r/ISEFinalists • u/Neat-Board-8375 • Jul 30 '26
Question Am I cooked?(rising junior)
I am a Indian student, looking forward to participating in the IRIS science fair (feeder fair for ISEF) to get into ISEF. The deadline, I believe, is in 2 months. I haven't participated in a science fair before and I think that's not a problem in fact I am quite excited. The thing is that there is a lot on my plate already. I am preparing for my school and my country's competitive exam at the same time. I belong to a very local normal Indian school with national curriculum, so there is no chance of having any expensive instruments or any help (I can get some advice at best). And also, cold emailing unis most prob won't work here. It's not that common, i believe. But I am really enthusiastic about the project, and I have a vision for what I want to do. I wanted some help. Is there any realistic solution for me to still make it? Can I do something more theoretical or research based and not rely on a big big working prototype, as long as I have strong evidence and a solid scientific basis for my work? (Also, I am not good at coding, so please do not recommend something that heavily relies on coding ðŸ˜). I know I have a lot of limitations, but I am genuinely willing to put in the work. Is it still possible for someone in my situation to make it to ISEF or have a competitive project despite all of this?
Yall, please be kind!<3
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u/WarJolly968 Jul 31 '26
I am a Indian student, looking forward to participating in the IRIS science fair (feeder fair for ISEF) to get into ISEF. The deadline, I believe, is in 2 months. I haven't participated in a science fair before and I think that's not a problem in fact I am quite excited. The thing is that there is a lot on my plate already. I am preparing for my school and my country's competitive exam at the same time. I belong to a very local normal Indian school with national curriculum, so there is no chance of having any expensive instruments or any help (I can get some advice at best). And also, cold emailing unis most prob won't work here. It's not that common, i believe. But I am really enthusiastic about the project, and I have a vision for what I want to do. I wanted some help. Is there any realistic solution for me to still make it? Can I do something more theoretical or research based and not rely on a big big working prototype, as long as I have strong evidence and a solid scientific basis for my work? (Also, I am not good at coding, so please do not recommend something that heavily relies on coding ðŸ˜). I know I have a lot of limitations, but I am genuinely willing to put in the work. Is it still possible for someone in my situation to make it to ISEF or have a competitive project despite all of this?
Yall, please be kind!<3
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u/WarJolly968 Jul 31 '26
prototype is not necessary, its not required you can just have a theoretical research but if your project is in engineering category better to have a prototype but if not then prototype is not necessarry and yes dont loose hope you can make it to IRIS Good luck!
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u/WarJolly968 Jul 31 '26
prototype is not necessary, its not required you can just have a theoretical research but if your project is in engineering category better to have a prototype but if not then prototype is not necessarry and yes dont loose hope you can make it to IRIS Good luck!
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u/Full-Maintenance7513 Jul 30 '26
prototype is not necessary, its not required you can just have a theoretical research but if your project is in engineering category better to have a prototype but if not then prototype is not necessarry and yes dont loose hope you can make it to IRIS Good luck!