Call for students to get involved in Stripe YSTE 2027 as deadline looms

Students and schools from across Westmeath and Longford are being encouraged to enter the 2027 Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition before the 25 September deadline.

The Exhibition will take place at the RDS, Dublin, from 6 to 9 January 2027. Students can submit projects across five categories: Biological and Ecological Science; Chemical, Physical and Mathematical Science; Health and Wellbeing; Social and Behavioural Science; and Technology.

The 2027 prize fund has increased by 25%, with more than 150 prizes, including a €10,000 top prize. The Stripe YSTE Travel Bursary has also increased by 25% to €150,000, supporting participating schools with travel and accommodation costs.

Longford Westmeath TD, Micheál Carrigy said: “The Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition gives students a fantastic opportunity to explore an idea, test their thinking and share their work with others. I would encourage students and teachers across Longford-Westmeath to take a look and consider putting forward a project before the 25 September deadline.”

For more information and entry details, visit https://stripeyste.com/how-to-enter.