GYSH award recipients holding their certificates

Think, Research, Write

Global Youth Science Writing Competition (GYSH)

Our Mission
Advancing Science Shaping the World

We inspire young people to unlock their potential for scientific and critical thinking, encouraging them to explore real-world observations through a scientific lens. Through high-quality scientific writing training and access to academic guidance and expert exchange, we build an international platform for academic growth and cultivate future innovators with scientific literacy, logical thinking, and social insight.

GYSH winners celebrating together at the awards event

Three-Stage Competition

Finalists may receive special honors, including opportunities for internships at leading U.S. laboratories or journal publication recommendations.

01

Preliminary Round

Participants select from designated topics across different scientific disciplines and submit their written work.

02

Semifinal

Online interactive presentation and Q&A.

03

Final

One-on-one online interview and defense with world-leading scientists.

2026–2027 Season

Competition Schedule & Deadlines

  1. Phase 01

    Registration & Submission

  2. Registration opens; competition prompts announced

  3. Submission portal opens

  4. January 31, 2027

  5. Submission Portal Opens

  6. Registration & Payment Deadline

  7. Standard Submission Deadline

  8. Late Submission Deadline

  9. Phase 02

    Review & Defense

  10. Initial Screening Completed; Semifinalists Announced

  11. First-Round Online Defense

  12. Phase 03

    Final Result

  13. Final Score Review & Ranking

Awards &
Recognition

Preliminary Round

Certificate of Achievement with a percentile ranking report.

Final Round

Invitation to attend the Awards Dinner in the United States.

Grand Prize - 1 Winner

Opportunity to intern at a leading U.S. laboratory or receive a journal publication recommendation.

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