The Contest attracted participants of various ages, with research and creative topics that have high practical applicability

This year, the Contest Organizing Committee received 187 registered entries. Among them, 57 research topics were from primary schools, 63 from junior high schools, 61 from high schools, 4 from vocational education and continuing education center, and 2 from colleges and clubs. The topics covered 5 fields, including: Educational tools (43 topics); computer software (24 topics); environmentally friendly products (54 topics); household appliances and children's toys (30 topics); and technical solutions to respond to climate change, protect the environment, and develop the economy (36 topics).

According to the general assessment, this year's Contest witnessed a significant leap in both quantity and quality, with 187 topics selected from rounds held in 9 districts, towns, and high schools, vocational education and continuing education center, clubs, and colleges. These are outstanding topics, representing the research and creative achievements of the City's youth and children. They demonstrated their talent, applying classroom knowledge and the process of self-discovery, research, and application of science and technology to solve practical problems creatively and effectively, so as to contribute to the realization of scientific and technological goals, innovation, and digital transformation. This contest also aims to select products and models for participation in the National Youth and Children's Creativity Contest.

 Many students effectively applied computer software and AI technology to research and create their research topics

Mr. Ho Dac Thai Hoang, Head of the Contest Organizing Committee, stated that over 18 editions, the contest has attracted 1,754 entries from youth and children, with many research topics achieving high national and international awards. The Contest has become a valuable intellectual playground for youth and children, opening up a new form of teaching and learning: learning linked to practice, research, and creativity; this  helps them get acquainted with the thinking methods and working methods of scientists, as well as developing their abilities.

The students' research topics in creative science, technology, and engineering have proved that they could effectively apply learned knowledge to solve practical problems in life and study, etc. In particular, many entries featured novel, unique, and creative scientific ideas, applying artificial intelligence (AI) and aligning with the digital age. This contributes to building Hue into a high-quality education, training, science, and technology center, and implementing the Resolution 57 of the Politburo on breakthroughs in national science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

Story and photos: HOAI THUONG