Applications are open for the 2nd Edition of the National Life Science Competition (NLSC), organized by Science Communication Hub Nigeria to inspire Nigerian secondary school and tertiary institution students to solve societal health and life science challenges.
Competition Categories and Timeline
- Categories: (1) Tertiary Institution Category (open to University, Polytechnic, and College of Education students in any discipline) and (2) Secondary School Category (open to all Nigerian secondary school students).
- Phase 1 (March 29 to April 30, 2021): 30-minute online Pre-Qualification Quiz via the official NLSC FlexiQuiz portal.
- Phase 2 (May 10 to June 7, 2021): Qualified participants submit a 400 to 500-word essay on the role of societies, communities, and their specific discipline in tackling pandemics.
- Phase 3 (July 3 to July 4, 2021): Online Life Science Pitch and Award Ceremony.
Cash Prizes and Special Awards
- Main Category Prizes (Each Category): 1st Prize: ₦100,000 | 2nd Prize: ₦75,000 | 3rd Prize: ₦50,000
- Endowed Special Prizes: Prof. Isa Hussaini Marte Young Life Scientist Award (₦100,000), Prof. Omowunmi Agboola Sadik Prize in Innovation (₦100,000), Prof. Abba Zubair Prize in Multidisciplinary Innovation (₦100,000), People's Choice Award by University of Sussex West Africa Office (₦100,000), Prof. Christian Happi Excellence in Genomics Award (₦50,000), and NABDA/OFAB Biotechnology Award (₦50,000).
- Regional & Inclusion Prizes: Yobe SEMA Prize for Conflict-Affected Communities (₦150,000), Best Student from the North-East (₦100,000), plus three ₦50,000 Yobe State awards, mentorship pairing, and certificates of commendation.
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