From Classrooms To Breakthroughs: Kildare Students To Shine At This Year's BT Young Scientist Exhibition

85 judges from STEM industries will continue the judging process today and decide which entries are in the running for one of 200 award

Over a thousand students are presenting their BT Young Scientist projects to industry professionals ahead of Friday's final.

At Celbridge Community School, a student is delving into the realm of artificial intelligence with a project titled "Enhancing Data Security in AI Training using Zero-Knowledge Proofs for Secure Methodology Development." This intermediate-level, individual project focuses on bolstering data security during AI training processes.

Meanwhile, Clongowes Wood College presents a unique approach to sports analytics with "Bowled Over," a statistical analysis of cricket bowling. This junior-level individual project examines both male and female aspects of the game using live data.

In the area of social sciences, students from Coláiste Lorcáin have collaborated on a group project, "Educate to Decelerate," which explores ways to encourage behavioural changes for a more sustainable future.

Health and wellbeing are also in focus.

At Coláiste Naomh Mhuire, a group of students is investigating the effectiveness of benzoyl peroxide in combating Cutibacterium acnes, the bacteria responsible for acne, through their project, "Spot-ting Solutions."

Students at Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Nuad are exploring a number of diverse scientific and technological challenges.

At Newbridge College, the impact of social media on teenagers and young adults takes center stage in "A Study of How Social Media Affects the Daily Lives of Teenagers and Young Adults in Our Society Today." This junior-level group project reflects the pressing issues of mental health and societal dynamics in the digital age. Another group from the school investigates educational inequities in "The Grade Inflation Bubble," which critiques the Leaving Certificate system's potential to perpetuate inequality.

Students at St. Paul’s Secondary School are contributing to health innovation with "Air Purifier," a senior-level group project aimed at improving air quality and promoting well-being.

85 judges from STEM industries will continue the judging process today and decide which entries are in the running for one of 200 awards.

AI, dynamic ticket pricing and health and wellbeing are just some of the popular project themes this year.