High School Science Writing Competition

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Showcase your science writing skills and jumpstart your publishing career! Falconium science journal is now accepting article submissions from all students up to age 20! Write an article investigating any area of science that intrigues you or enter your original research article, and get published in a nationally recognized student science journal!

Winners will have their work featured both on web and in print for a widespread peer audience, in addition to being recognized through publication. Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Register today!

2009-2010 Falconium authors

Steps to publication:

1. Register/ Create an account to be eligible to enter.
2. Write your article satisfying one of the three submission categories.
3. Submit! You will be able to submit your article after logging in with your registration information.

Articles

Falconium Science Journal publishes three main types of articles: original research, reviews, and op-eds.

Original Research
This is a documentation of an experiment or survey you did yourself. You are encouraged to bring in relevant outside knowledge so long as you clearly state your sources. The article must have between 1000 and 3,000 words and contain the sections abstract, introduction, methods, results, and discussion. Learn more about writing original research articles.

Original research articles will be scored on the basis of originality, scientific validity, and the appeal of the research topic to a broad audience. Clarity of writing, conciseness, and accessibility to all readers will also be considered.

Review
A review is a balanced, informative analysis of a current issue or event in science and technology, or in society and politics as it relates to science. A review is based on information from experts and the media, but includes the author's insights and commentary. The article must have between 750 and 2000 words. Learn more about writing review or "feature" articles.

Reviews will be scored on the basis of depth of analysis, level of insight, journalistic style, and the appeal of the subject to a broad audience.

Op-Ed
An op-ed is a persuasive article or a statement of opinion. All op-ed articles make one or more claims and support them with evidence, arguments, or quotations. Word count: 750-1500.

Op-ed articles will be scored based on how well-supported, interesting, and effective the articles are.

How to Submit

Before submitting your article, you must first register. Upon registering, you will recieve log-in instructions. Once you are logged on, upload your work to the Submission Form. We will review your submission and notify you when decisions have been made. You can also check the status (approved/denied/published) of your submission online at anytime.