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Research Competition

Raise Awareness about careers in medicine and strengthen current interest in science/medical fields by:

- Reinforcing science/medical activity within an academic setting.

- Stimulating new interests in local high schools.

- Raising awareness of parents in planning future secondary education.

Develop partnerships with local school by:

- Providing professional development opportunities for high school teachers.

- Liaising with high school teachers on science subject methods of learning.

- Fostering innovative ideas in teaching and learning.

Enhance college readiness skills by:

- Offering students the opportunity to explore topics of science interest through understanding research, poster presentations and oral presentations.

- Creating a platform for innovative public speaking and critical thinking.

- Providing a forum for high school students to showcase their talents and skills.

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