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The Mississippi Science and Engineering Fair Region II is one of seven science fairs held in the state of Mississippi annually. Participants from schools in Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren counties convene to present an estimated 1,500 projects in the areas of mathematics, science and technology. The winners of this event go on to compete in the State and International Science and Engineering Fairs.

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Jackson State University will host the 2011 Region II Science and Engineering Fair on March 24 and 25 at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center, 1700 John R. Lynch Street, Jackson, MS 39217. The Lower Level, Elementary School Fair (Grades 1-6) will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2010 and the Upper Level, High School Fair (Grades 7-12) will be held on Friday, March 25, 2011.

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2010 Mathematics/Engineering Fair

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Region II Eligibility (Grades 1-6)
  1. Any student in grades 1-6 or equivalent is eligible.
  2. School must be located within Region II. Region II is comprised of: Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren Counties.
  3. Maximum School Registrations - Participation in any Regional Mississippi Fair is limited to a maximum of 3 entrants in each of the announced categories included in each of the two (2) classes. For a school having grades 1 through 6 the maximum number of science fair entries in class 1 (grades 1-3) from that school would be 60. The maximum number of entries in class 2 (grades 4-6) from that same school would be 18. 
  4. Preregistration - In all cases preregistration is required. A 2010 Mississippi Science & Engineering Fair Registration Form (or exact facsimile thereof) MUST be (1) Completed, (2) Signed by the parent and sponsoring teacher, and (3) Received by Region II by 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2010 along with registration fee. A $10.00 registration fee must be included per participant.
  5. Each student may enter only one project which covers research done during June 2009 - February 2010.
  6. Maximum Size of Display:
    76 cm (30 in deep) 
    122 cm (48 in wide) 
    274 cm (108) in height including table 
Region II Eligibility (Grades 7-12)

  1. Any student in grades 7-12 or equivalent is eligible, none of whom has reached 21 on or before May 1.
  2. School must be located within Region II. Region II is comprised of: Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren Counties.
  3. Maximum School Registrations - Participation in any Regional Mississippi Fair is limited to a maximum of three (3) entrants in each of the 10 announced categories indicated in each of the three (3) classes. Region II does not accept team projects for Class 3 (grades 7-8). The maximum number of entries for Class 3 is 30. The maximum number of entries for Classes 4 (grades 9-10) and 5 (grades 11-12) is 63--30 per class plus a maximum of 3 team projects. Team project participation is limited to 3 projects in any of the 10 announced categories. Team projects are limited to grades 9-12 only.
  4. Preregistration - In all cases preregistration is required. The student registration form must be submitted on-line for each participant. The 2010 Mississippi Science & Engineering Fair (MSEF) Registration Form No. MSEF-98 must be: (1) Completed, (2) signed by the student, (3) Signed by the parent, (4) signed by the sponsoring teacher, and (5) received by Region II by 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2010. The registration fee for participation is $10.00 per student. Prepayment MUST accompany each participant registration. The DEADLINE for receipt of all registrations is 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2010. Schools must submit ONE school check, cashier's check or money order for registration fees made payable to MSEF-Region II.
  5. Each school must have a Local Scientific Review Committee (SRC) and an Institutional Review Board.
  6. Each student may enter only one project which covers research done during June 2009 - February 2010.
  7. Team projects may have a maximum of three members. Team project participation is limited to 2 team projects in any of the 15 subcategories. Team exhibitors can only be from grades 9-12 and must be comprised of students of the same class. At least two of the members must be present for judging.
  8. Maximum Size of Display:
    76 cm (30 in deep)
    122 cm (48 in wide)
    274 cm (108) in height including table


Project Categories/Descriptions
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0100 Behavioral & Social Sciences
    Human and animal behavior, social and community relationships--psychology, sociology, anthropology, archaeology, ethology, linguistics, learning, perception, urban, problems, reading problems, public opinion surveys, educational testing, etc.
0200 Biochemistry
    Chemistry of life processes -- molecular biology, molecular genetics, enzymes, photosynthesis, blood chemistry, protein chemistry, food chemistry, hormones, etc.
0300 Botany
    Study of plant life -- agriculture, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, plant taxonomy, plant physiology, plant pathology, plant genetics, hydroponics, algae, etc.
0400 Chemistry
    Study of nature and composition of matter and laws governing it--physical chemistry, organic chemistry (other than biochemistry), inorganic chemistry, materials, plastics, fuels, pesticides, metallurgy, soil chemistry, etc.
0500 Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences
    Earth Science--Geology, minerology, physiography, oceanorgraphy, meteorology, climatology, speleology, seismology, geography, etc.

    Space Science--Astronomy, planetary science, etc.
    Environmental Science--Study of pollution (air, water, and land) sources and their control; echology.
0600 Engineering, Computers, & Math
    Engineering--Technology, projects that directly apply scientific principles to manufacturing and practical uses -- civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, electrical, photographic, sound, automotive, marine, heating and refrigerating, transportation, enviormental engineering, etc.

    Computer Science
    --Study and development of computer hardware, software engineering, internet networking and communications, graphics (including human interface), simulations/virtual reality or computational science (including data structures, encryption, coding and information theory).

    Mathematics--Development of formal logical systems or various numerical and algebraic computations, and the application of these principles -- calculus, geometry, abstract algebra, number theory, statistics, complex analysis, and probability.
0700 Medicine & Health
    Study of diseases and health of humans and animals--dentistry, pharmacology, pathology, ophthalmology, nutrition, sanitation, pediatrics, dermatology, allergies, speech and hearing, etc.
0800 Microbiology
    Biology of microorganisms -- bacteriology, virology, protozoology, fungi, bacterial genetics, yeast, etc.
0900 Physics
    Theories, principles, and laws governing energy and effect of energy on matter--solid state, optics, acoustics, particle, nuclear,atomic, plasma, superconductors, fluid and gas dynamics, thermodynamics, semiconductors, magnetism, quantum mechanics, biophysics, etc.
1000 Zoology
    Study of animals--animal genetics, ornithology, ichthyology, herpetology, entomology, animal ecology, paleontology, cellular physiology, circadian rthythms, animal husbandry, cytology, histology, animal physiology, invertebrate neurophysiology, studies of invertebrates, etc.
1100 Team Projects (grades 9-12 only)

Team members should check category 1100 and staple all team members' forms together.


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Science Fair Coordinators or school representatives interested in participating in the workshop should complete the online registration form and submit it by email or return it to MSEF Region II, JSU Box 17087, Jackson, MS 39217 or faxed to (601)979-1633.  For additional information, contact Joe L. Whitfield at (601)979-1603 or joe.l.whitfield@jsums.edu.

2010 Coordinators Workshop Registration Form

 

 

 

2010 Coordinators Workshop Registration Form
2011 Lower School SRC/IRB Registration Form
2011 Upper School SRC/IRB Registration Form

More MSEF Region II Forms Coming Soon!!!

 

MSEF Region II SRC/IRB Co-Chairs
Dr. Wilbur Walters
and
Dr. Jacqueline Stevens

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2010 Photo Gallery

Student/Teacher Resources

Participants With Special Needs
    Participants with special needs: Please call (601)979-1603 or TTY (601)979-6919 if you will need special assistance during the fair.  Your advance notice will ensure that assistance and accommodations will be available for you.  These services will be provided for participants with special needs or disabilities.  Parking for these individuals will be available on the North side of the building if the appropriate decal or car tag is displayed.

Special Accommodations Request Form

Student/Teacher Resources

 



Judges volunteer their time to evaluate projects of lower and upper fair participants in 10 categories and score the projects awarding the highest number of points to the most outstanding projects. The six highest ranking projects of each category and class are awarded prizes with an opportunity to advance to State (grades 7-12, ranks 1-3 only) and/or International (grades 9-12 only) level competition. Qualified judges should have a Master’s or equivalent degree or a minimum of five (5) years related professional experience to judge projects in the lower fair (grades 1-6) and should have a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree or  a minimum of eight (8) years related professional experience to judge projects in the upper fair (grades 7-12).  College juniors, seniors and/or graduate students are eligible to judge in the lower fair upon advisor recommendation and fair official approval.


The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF) —the world's largest pre-college science competition—provides an opportunity for the best young scientists from around the globe to share ideas, showcase cutting-edge science projects, and compete for over $4 million in awards and scholarships.

ISEF General Information
ISEF Rules and Guidelines
Student/Teacher Resources
Las Angeles, California, May 8-13, 2011

Coordinators Workshop Registration Deadline................................. October 14, 2010
Coordinators Workshop (Pre-registration required).......................... October 21, 2010
Mississippi e-Center
School Registration Deadline............................................................November 12, 2010
2011 MSEF Registration Forms Deadline......................................... February 11, 2011
MSEF Region II Lower Fair (Grades 1-6).......................... Thursday, March 24, 2011
Jackson State University
Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center
MSEF Region II Upper Fair (Grades 7-12).............................. Friday, March 25, 2011
Jackson State University
Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center
Mississippi Science & Engineering State Fair................................ Week of March 28th
(Grades 7-12 Only)
Location: TBA
Intel International Science & Engineering Fair..................................... May 8-13, 2011
Las Angeles, California

REGION II EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Dr. Mark G. Hardy, Dean, College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Dr. Paul B. Tchounwou, Associate Dean, College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Dr. Robert Whalin. Associate Dean, College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Mr. Shelton Swanier, Assistant Dean, College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Mr. Joe L. Whitfield, MSEF Region II Director, College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Dr. Wilbur Walters, MSEF Region II Co-Director, College of Science, Engineering and Technology

REGION II OPERATING COMMITTEE
Dr. Wilbur Walters, SRC Chairperson
Dr. Jacqueline J. Stevens, SRC/IRB Vice Chair
Dr. Abdul K. Mohamed, Dean Emeritus, College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Dr. Greg Begonia, Chair, Department of Biology
Dr. John Colonias, Chair, Department of Technology
Dr. Sonny Bolls, Community Representative
Dr. Hongtao Yu, Chair, Department of Chemistry
Mr. Marquis Griffin, Department of Computer Science
Dr. Farshad Amini, Chair, Department of Civil Engineering
Dr. Mahmond Manzoul, Chair, Department of Computer Engineering
Cap. Robert Daniels, Department of Public Safety
Mr. Buddy Bounds, Jackson Public School District
Dr. Willie Brown, Vice President for Information Technology
Chief Rebecca Coleman, Department of Public Safety
Dr. Mehri Fadavi, Department of Physics, Atmospheric Science and Geosciences
Ms. Jean Frazier, Director, Office of Public Information
Mr. Wayne Goodwin, Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management
Dr. Curtis Johnson, Director, President's Office of Accountability and Coordination
Dr. Loretta Moore, Chair, Department of Computer Science


2010 Photo Gallery



Contact Information: Joe L. Whitfield, Director | MSEF-Region II, P. O. Box 17087, Jackson, Mississippi 39217
Email:joe.l.whitfield@jsums.edu | (601) 979-1603 - Voice, (601) 979-1633 - Fax