what are difference regeneron STS vs ISEF?

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The Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) and the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) are both prestigious science competitions for high school students, but they have some key differences:1

Regeneron STS:

  • Eligibility: Open to high school seniors only.
  • Application Process: Application-based, involving submission of a research paper and application packet.2 No in-person competition until the final round.
  • Evaluation Focus: Holistic assessment of the student's overall scientific competence, including research, academic achievement, and potential for future scientific leadership.3
  • Judging: Judges evaluate the submitted materials, not a physical project display.
  • Emphasis: More like an academic fellowship or scholarship competition.

ISEF:

  • Eligibility: Open to high school students of all ages (grades 9-12).4
  • Application Process: Requires participation in and winning at local and regional science fairs affiliated with ISEF.5 Culminates in an international competition.
  • Evaluation Focus: Primarily on the research project itself and its presentation (visual and oral).
  • Judging: Judges evaluate the project through a physical display and interviews with the student.
  • Emphasis: More like a traditional science fair.

Here's a table summarizing the key differences:

Feature Regeneron STS ISEF
Eligibility High school seniors High school students (grades 9-12)
Application Application-based Requires participation in affiliated fairs
Evaluation Holistic (research, academics, potential) Primarily project and presentation
Judging Based on submitted materials Based on project display and interview
Nature Fellowship/scholarship competition Science fair

In essence:

  • STS is a more selective and prestigious competition that focuses on identifying the most promising young scientists in the US.6
  • ISEF is a larger and more inclusive competition that celebrates student research and innovation on a global scale.7

It's worth noting that students can participate in both competitions with the same research project if it meets the requirements of each.