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Young Scientists Journal Photography Prize 2012

Students aged 18 and under, from anywhere in the world, are invited to submit their photos in the following categories.

  • Under 12 years: Camouflage
  • Ages 12 – 15: Science Behind The Olympics
  • Ages 16 – 18: The Result Of Science
  • All ages (18 & under): Energy

Photos taken using any camera, phone or other device can be submitted to compete for prizes. Entries will be submitted with a short description (150-250 words) of the inspiration and the science behind the photo. Images must be a maximum of 8MB in size and verified as entrant’s own work. The images will be judged on an artistic and a scientific basis, considering quality, originality and scientific relevance.

For the open theme (Energy), there is a first prize of £150 and a runner up prize of £50. For the other themes, there are first prizes of £75 and runner up prizes of £25. All prizes will be Amazon vouchers.

For more information, and to enter this exciting competition, visit www.ysjournal.com. Entries are easily uploaded online.

Entrants must be 18 years or under on 1st February 2012 and select the themes open to their age group. All entries must be received by Young Scientists Journal by 1st May 2012.