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Young Scientists Journal - Peer-reviewed scientific research by young people across the globe. TOMORROW'S SCIENTISTS, TODAY The Young Scientists Journal is the largest and oldest journal of its kind. We are an internationally peer-reviewed science journal, written, reviewed and produced by students aged 12 to 20. Since 2006, we have connected students from over 50 countries. Find out more ABOUT US “I was amazed and delighted at the high quality of the science, the enthusiasm of the young scientists and the confidence with which they presented their research. They were inspirational. The world has a bright future with young scientists like these.” Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff University of Nottingham Relive #ysjconf 2024 Talks & More Find Out More Recent Posts Sep 22, 2024 12 min read Navigating Bioethical Waters: The ethical landscape behind stem cell research Sep 16, 2024 3 min read Medicine Overview of Brain Imaging Techniques Sep 16, 2024 3 min read How Music Affects the Brain

Join us for the Young Scientists Journal Conference 2024 at The King's School, Canterbury. Empower tomorrow's scientists today. Young Scientists Journal CONFERENCE 2024 Wednesday 13th November Thanks For Coming! 2024 Annual conference The Young Scientists Journal's annual conference is a platform for young minds to showcase their diverse studies, from Biology to Psychology, Maths to Geology. The event features illuminating lectures by world-leading scientists, inspiring the next generation. Held at the historic King's School, the conference fosters a spirit of inquiry, collaboration, and curiosity, providing a space for young minds to flourish. Tomorrow's scientists, today Relive the action via our YouTube Livestream. Click Here! *Please note that the final panel session has no audio due to technical difficulties. No events at the moment Guest speakers We are absolutely thrilled to announce the incredible guest speakers for this year's conference. Each one brings a treasure trove of experience that they can't wait to share with all of you. Dr Amy Barker Oxford Biomedica Principal Scientist Dr Barker is a biologist who has worked on a variety of rare diseases and is developing gene therapies for cancer Dr Mark Basham The Rosalind Franklin Institute Science Director, Head of AI Dr Basham’s primary research contributions have focused on the removal of barriers between image processing techniques in different scientific domains. Dr Alexandre Paschoal The Rosalind Franklin Institute Group Leader, AI Dr. Paschoal's primary research lies in building cut-edge AI techniques to translate biological/life science data into solutions using bioinformatics expertise to guide decision-making. James Clarke Rothamsted Research Director of Communications and Engagement James Clarke has more than a decade of experience producing science radio programmes for the BBC, and has worked in a number of communication roles abroad. He has had a career long interest in popularising science for varied audiences across multiple media outlets and through high profile events. Vanessa Madu Imperial College London PhD Student Vanessa Madu is a PhD student on the EPSRC CDT in Modern Statistics and Statistical Machine Learning at Imperial College London and Oxford University. She is an "Oceanographically-enabled Mathematical Statistician" who is interested in statistical machine-learning methods for predicting ocean surface currents. Rewatch The Livestream: 2024 Poster Competition (Now Closed) Just like our last 10 years of conferences, students aged 12-20 will have the opportunity to submit their original research projects in poster form. All posters submitted will be printed in-house and go on display at our conference. There is no need to bring your poster with you if you are unable to! All those who submit are welcomed to book their free ticket using the event page above. Judges will be walking around looking at posters so it is in your best interest to be there to answer any questions or submit a video presentation of your poster to maximise your chances of a prize. Prizes Available: Certificate from the Young Scientists Journal Publication on the Young Scientists Journal Website STEM Books (courtesy of the Butrous Foundation) DEADLINE: 1st NOVEMBER 2024 Needing Some Inspiration? Take a look at the entry of a previous finalist!

Get in touch with us today at our Journal to find out more information. Our team is here to assist you with any inquiries you may have. Looking for more information? Get in touch with us today. Emails chief.editor@ysjournal.com (Important Enquiries) deputychiefeditor@ysjournal.com managing.editor@ysjournal.com (Author Enquiries) production@ysjournal.com (Podcasts, Print Issues, Content, Website & Art Enquiries) pr.marketing@ysjournal.com (Media, Marketing & Newsletter Enquiries) outreach@ysjournal.com (Events, Conferences & Paternship Enquiries) human.resources@ysjournal.com (HR & Recruitment Enquiries) academic.advisor@ysjournal.com (Academic Advisor Enquiries) mentor@ysjournal.com (Enquiries relating to partnerships)

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Discover the heart behind our journal. Explore our story and learn about the team that brings our content to life. Join us on our journey. About us. We were founded in 2006 at The King's School, Canterbury, so that young people could conduct original research and have this published in a peer-reviewed journal. What started as an afternoon activity has grown into a thriving ecosystem of young scientists around the world sharing their own insights and passions from the world of science. The Young Scientists Journal has had over 1.5 million visits . We are an international peer-reviewed science journal, connecting students from over 50 countries. We have been the vehicle of choice for many in getting their work published. We are run by young people, for young people, and are registered by the UK Government's Charity Commission. Join the team Sign up OUR DEPARTMENTS The Young Scientists Journal is made up of several departments that work together to publish articles, share research, organise conferences and so much more. People that you meet in the YSJ become great friends and colleagues that last a lifetime and open numerous doors in the future. Editorial Articles are peer reviewed by the student editorial team, covering 11 different subjects. An academic advisor, with experience in the subject, will then validate its findings. Production Our production team publishes articles throughout the website. Production produces our annual print issue which is distributed nationally. Artists curate pieces for the Journal, whilst content creators write original blogs for the website. The podcast team interviews individuals globally. Our technology team evolves back-end technology to power our infrastructure. Marketing The Marketing team operates all of our social networks. They form original content, which connects with over 1000 people. The Newsletter distributes though-provoking material for our members. Outreach Our Outreach Team is busy setting up local hubs throughout the world. They setup our conference each year and fund raise for us. Witness the incredible work they do below. Human Resources Our HR department plays a crucial role in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. They handle recruitment, ensuring the journal attracts diverse talent, manage member relations, and support professional development. Additionally, HR facilitates effective communication and ensures adherence to ethical standards within our community. Artwork Our art department is pivotal for visually communicating complex concepts. Responsible for diagrams and journal covers, they blend artistic flair with scientific precision, creating compelling visuals that enhance understanding. Their role extends to maintaining a cohesive visual identity, ensuring the journal's aesthetic reflects scholarly excellence.

Explore the possibilities of publishing with us! Join our journal and share your unique content with a global audience. Let your voice be heard. Publish with us Make your mark on the world of science 01 Types of articles Original Research: Scientific investigation which has never been done before Review Articles: A summary and your take on the research done, drawing from previously published articles and papers. Blog or Magazine Article: An opinion piece or news story, sharing your view on a scientific topic. It can include interviews and profiles. 03 Step-by-step process Data Check Initial Review by a Junior Editor Academic Review by an Academic Advisor Final Review by a Senior Editor Publication by the Production Team Please be aware publication can take months, as the Journal is run completely by volunteers 02 Before you publish Plagirsim is forbidden. Chicago Style references only. British English spelling throughout. Please use All Guides below before submitting. Author's Guide Reference Guide Marking Grid 04 Publishing The YSJ prides publishes a variety of work done by young people. We are the largest Journal of our kind, drawing in thousands of readers. If you want your work showcased, continue reading. You must be between the ages of 12-20 at the time of submission. SUBMIT YOUR ARTICLE

Peer-reviewed research by young people around the world. Hello. The Journal is run by volunteers - sharing a passion for science communication. The Journal operates across multiple departments, each with their own remit. If you are interested in being part of the team, then please join us. Join Us Senior Staff Editor in Chief Manya Sharma Deputy Chief Editor Aprotim Paul Deputy Chief Editor Lisa Dixon Deputy Chief Editor Maggie Hunter Chief Academic Advisor Patrick Kilgannon Head of HR Saanvi SK Head of Production Atiksh Chandra Head of Editorial Priyal Sheth Head of Marketing Oliver Freer Head of Outreach Isaac Wright Coordinator & Mentor Ben Landymore The King's School, Canterbury Mentor James Green The King's School, Canterbury General Staff Chair & Founder - Malcolm Morgan Co-Founder & Academic Advisor - Christina Astin Co-Founder - Prof. Ghazwan Butrous Treasurer - George Edward Trustee - Laura Mawby Head of HR - Manya Sharma Liason Officer & Cross-Departmental Assistance - Harry Cordeaux HR Executive - Moazzan Imran Editorial Biological Sciences Executive - Nabil Alizadeh Physical Sciences Executive - Afreen Hossain Astrophysics Senior Editor - Karan Choudhary Biochemistry Senior Editor - Lauren Goralsky Biology Senior Editor - Prashmi Pateria Biology Senior Editor - VACANT Chemistry Senior Editor - Amy Pan Computer Science Senior Editor - Afreen Hossain Engineering Senior Editor - Murtaza Ahmed Environmental Science Senior Editor - Julia Goralsky Mathematics Senior Editor - Erin Li Medicine Senior Editor - Yadu Karthikeyan Physics Senior Editor - Arpan Dey Policy & Ethics Senior Editor - Siya Kulkarni Production Technology Executive & Lead Software Engineer - Josh Leach Media Executive - Kuzey Kantarcioglu Lead Artist - Kehinde Olabode Lead Print Artist - George Payne Lead Content Creator - Himanshu Sadulwad Podcast Manager - Mayank Dora Podcast Manager - Driti Gundana Marketing Newsletter Executive - Himanshu Sadulwad Social Media Executive - Abhinav Siram Instagram & Twitter Lead - Khushi Agarwal TikTok Lead - Mehak Chawla Outreach Partnerships Executive - Saanvi S Kumar Events Executive - Gina Mack Events Executive - Siyon Singh

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Discover exciting opportunities to join the Young Scientists Journal. Explore current vacancies and become part of a dynamic and innovative community. Interested in joining the Young Scientists Journal? We are always looking for young people to join our budding journal, with several different departments for you to get involved in. For more information please don't hesitate to get in touch. Check out our vacancies below! If you want to apply for one of these roles, then please include it in your application to join the Young Scientists Journal. SIGN UP Current vacancies HR Officer Academic Advisor Outreach Officer Social Media Team Newsletter Team Software Engineer Podcast Host Content Creator Print Artist Artist Junior Editor Devaanshi Kawatra “During my time at the Young Scientists Journal, I have learned about the teamwork and coordination necessary to operate a student-led science journal. As I continue to write and edit articles and work on podcast episodes, I hope to continue to explore my passion for science. Thank you to all the departments for making YSJ the way it is today!” Interested In Becoming A Hub With Us? We're currently expanding our outreach endeavours and would love for your institution to join us. Starting a hub with the Young Scientists Journal will give you the opportunity to make your existing science club at school/college part of the YSJ, giving students the chance to write their own papers to be published on our site or to get involved elsewhere within the Journal. Get in touch with us today to see how your institution will benefit from being a hub with the YSJ! Video: YSJ Team at Tonbridge Science Conference - March 2024

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Wed, 13 Nov | Canterbury Young Scientists Journal Conference 2024 Tomorrow's scientists, today. Reserve tickets Time & Location 13 Nov 2024, 08:00 – 16:30 Canterbury, 1 The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EZ, UK Guests + 137 other guests About the event The King's School, Canterbury hosts a dynamic scientific conference for The Young Scientists Journal, where budding researchers converge to share their breakthroughs. Pupils showcase diverse studies, engaging in a vibrant exchange of ideas. The event features illuminating talks by world-leading scientists, inspiring the next generation. Fostering a spirit of inquiry, this conference at the historic King's School provides a platform for young minds to flourish, fostering collaboration and curiosity. It's a unique opportunity for students to delve into the realms of science, expanding their horizons and paving the way for future scientific endeavors. Show More Tickets Ticket type School/college admission More info This ticket permits admission of pupils from one school/college to the conference. Schools are required to submit a list of pupils attending the conference due to security and are responsible for the behaviour of their pupils throughout the day. At least one member of staff must accompany each group of pupils. Price £0.00 Quantity 0 Ticket type University student admission More info This ticket allows entry to the conference for one university student. Price £0.00 Quantity 0 Ticket type Virtual entry More info This ticket allows access to streamed videos of the lectures and panels from throughout the day. Price £0.00 Quantity 0 Total £0.00 Checkout Share this event