A project aimed at removing lead pollution from water and soil in Zambia has been named winner of the 2026 Irish Aid / Self Help Africa ‘Science for Development Award’ at the Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
Read MoreInternational Day of Education: Learning For a Lasting Peace
January 24th is International Day of Education and this year’s theme is “Learning for lasting peace.” Education has the power to transform lives.
Read MoreStudent Designs New Science for Development Award
Student designed award will be presented to the winner of the ‘Science for Development Award’ 2024.
Read MoreScience Students Continue Winning Ways
Wetland conservation has an economic benefit for farmers in Zambia’s Kafue floodplains
Read MoreInternational Day of Education 2023: Invest in People, Prioritise Education
Education has the power to transform lives and offer a pathway out of poverty. Jan 24th is Int. Day of Education. Find out its theme & more.
Read MoreTwo Upcoming Science Webinars For Students
Support for a Kenyan agri-food processor has provided a boost for farmers growing mango trees.
Read More‘Science for Development’ Webinar Series Returns
The ‘Science for Development’ webinar series will resume on Wednesday 27th April at 11am. Students, science teachers, and scientists are invited to join these events.
Read MorePower-Free Way to Preserve Food Wins Student Science Prize
A project that developed an electricity-free cooling system to prevent food waste has won at this year’s BT Young Scientist Exhibition.
Read MoreInternational Day of Education: Changing Course, Transforming Education.
Education is a human right, it has the power to transform lives. Jan 24th is International Day of Education – theme: “Changing Course, Transforming Education.”
Read More‘Science for Development’ Event Sees Innovative Projects
Students representing 30 schools from across Ireland presented their projects to the annual ‘Science for Development’ virtual showcase, hosted jointly by Self Help Africa and Irish Aid.
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