Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about stem competition, curated daily by BrightWire.
Three elite high schools have earned their spots in Ghana's 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz finale, with one chasing history, another seeking redemption, and a third making their debut. The September 10 showdown promises an unforgettable battle of young minds.
A high school science team in Ghana just dominated their regional competition with a commanding performance that earned them a spot at the national championship. Fijai Senior High School's win shows the incredible academic talent emerging from Ghana's Western Region.
Three Nigerian secondary schools took home cutting-edge laboratory equipment and laptops after winning a nationwide science competition designed to prepare the next generation of oil and gas professionals. The annual event has now sparked interest in STEM careers for nine straight years.
Four high school juniors from St. Joseph, Missouri just won $10,000 for an idea that could open new career paths for their entire community. Their pitch to bring cosmetology training to local schools beat out eight other teams at a STEM innovation challenge.
A middle schooler designed a onesie for infants with Down syndrome after watching her brother struggle with regular clothes. Her invention won top prize at Coweta County's Innovation Expo, where 60+ student teams pitched products to solve real problems.
Two third graders who love makeup built a Lego robot that applies eyeshadow, taking first place at a regional innovation competition. Their invention, along with creations like a stray pet tracking app and a chicken waste remover, will compete at Georgia Tech in March.