As Editors at BioEndeavor, we were so inspired by this project and learning how one team member's health journey inspired this outstanding CWSF project, we want to share Judy and Isabell's story to empower other students, teachers, and parents. Science fairs are about celebrating innovation as well as creating impact for our communities and societies through STEM. These stories should be broadly shared as we strive to bring purpose to STEM. Thank you Judy and Isabell for shar

Emily developed an app called SmartScrolling, which uses AI to help the app detect misinformation on social media platforms. Emily was one of 390 students who recently competed at the CWSF in Edmonton, Alberta. Several parents and attendees expressed support for the app and are anxiously waiting for its launch. Emily shared more about her project and her thoughts from the Canada Wide Science Fair with BioEndeavor. I created this app because misinformation is everywhere onlin

Imran Allarakhia achieved outstanding success at the 2026 Canada-Wide Science and Engineering Fair (CWSF), earning the Bay Area Science and Engineering Fair (BASEF) delegation's only Gold Medal, as well as a Challenge Award for the top project in his category and the prestigious Youth Can Innovate Award. His award-winning project, CareBotix II, addresses one of the world's most pressing challenges: the growing caregiving crisis. With the global population aged 60 and older ex

Saving My Earth: 52 weeks of Making a Difference Bringing STEAM-Based Climate Education into the Classroom Book of Quotes, Photography, and Student Activities BioEndeavor (a non-profit organization focused on global citizenship and green innovation) has been actively designing climate education materials for teachers and students. The materials and activities are designed to be aligned with the STEAM curriculum, are thought-provoking, and extend beyond just climate change to

Scientists are now trying to take advantage of nature’s experience. Scientists study wildlife because nature can solve problems our society needs solved. Once we have gathered the information that we need, we can design better products or solutions that mimic nature. This is called biomimicry . Biomimicry expands climate education into the sustainability and sustainable design arenas. Octopuses are one of the many different species of marine life that fascinate scientists and

Where Purposeful Learning and Teen Future Readiness Meet “STEM opportunities, as provided through this journal, challenge the status quo by opening doors and breaking down walls. It is a call to action: to democratize science and ensure that every student, regardless of background, has the chance to participate. This journal is designed to be a launchpad for student research, a place where young scientists can publish their findings, share their insights, and connect with a b

As college admissions become increasingly competitive, universities are looking beyond grades and test scores to understand who students are, how they think, and how they will contribute to campus life and the world beyond it. In this evolving landscape, the BioEndeavor teen accelerator plays a powerful role in helping teens build authentic, compelling college applications grounded in purpose, curiosity, and real-world impact . Rather than focusing on résumé padding or short-

While academic achievement remains important, grades alone no longer prepare young people for adulthood, post-secondary education, or their careers. Teens now face financial decisions, mental health pressures, rapidly evolving technology, and non-linear career paths. This is why life skills accelerators for teens are no longer optional; they are essential . Life skills accelerators bridge the gap between traditional education and the real world by equipping teens with practic

Teen Accelerator: Building Future Ready Teens The BioEndeavor Future Ready Accelerator stands apart not just in who it serves, but in how it nurtures growth, purpose, and real-world readiness for teens. BioEndeavor’s program is deeply rooted in purpose-driven learning, holistic development, and youth empowerment in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) . 1. Designed Specifically for Teens BioEndeavor’s Future Ready Accelerator is meticulously cr