A*STAR Talent Search
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The A*STAR Talent Search (A*TS) is a research-based science competition in the Singapore for high school students between 15-18 years of age. It was formerly known as National Science Talent Search. The A*TS is an annual competition which acknowledges and rewards students who have a strong aptitude for science & technology. This competition provides students the opportunity to showcase their stellar projects and encourage them to further explore science and technology.
The A*TS is administered by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and Science Centre Singapore (SCS) from 2006. Participants are required to compete in the Singapore Science and Engineering Fair (SSEF) and winners from the fair will then proceed to the short-listing round of A*TS. The panel of judges consists of distinguished scientists from local and international universities, as well as A*STAR research institutes and a Nobel Laureate. A*TS winners need to display resourcefulness, mastery of scientific concepts, as well as passion for scientific research.
The top winner will be given $5000, inclusive of a sponsored overseas conference.