For high school students interested in science, engineering or research, national competitions can be excellent opportunities to gain valuable experience and recognition beyond the classroom. Some ...

Packalen is an associate professor of economics at the University of Waterloo. This essay is part of a First Opinion series on the future of the National Institutes of Health and American science.

For 10 years, the Tolaram Science Challenge has done more than test students' knowledge of science by inspiring ambition, nurturing critical thinking and opening doors to new opportunities for young ...