Roxanne El-Hady from Wimbledon was named UK Young Scientist of the Year for her investigation into climate change in South Wales. The judges commended her project, which discovered instances of rapid climatic variation over an 8,000-year period.

Over 200 finalists from across the country were selected to show their ideas at the Big Bang Fair where ten were then shortlisted to pitch Dragon’s Den-style to a panel of high profile judges yesterday, including astronaut Helen Sharman and Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock.

The National Science + Engineering Competition, organised by the British Science Association, is an annual contest open to pupils aged between 11-18, and gives participants the chance to compete for top prizes and international experiences worth over £50,000.

For more details on this story take a look at our press release: www.thebigbangfair.co.uk/view/?con_id=4806

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The Big Bang UK Young Scientists & Engineers Fair is the largest celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) for young people in the UK.

Held at the NEC, Birmingham 16-19 March 2016, The Big Bang Fair is an award-winning combination of exciting theatre shows, interactive workshops and exhibits, as well careers information from STEM professionals.

Find out more about The Big Bang Fair here: www.thebigbangfair.co.uk

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