Saturday, September 09, 2006

Olympiads - selection tests on Nov.26

For students interested in science subjects and mathematics, the international olympiad are one of their dreams in life.

National Level tests are conducted in India by Homi Baba Centre for Science Education, Mumbai. National Standard Examinations in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Astronomy (NSEP, NSEC, NSEB, NSEA) will be held on Nov. 26.

You can contact the science department of your school for registration for these exams.
Last date for registration is Sep. 15.

Among other olympiads, the fascinating subject is astronomy. As you all know Physics and Maths for basis for many astronomical calculations. So the Astronomy olympiad will be a test involving questions mosrly from Maths and Physics apart from basic Astronomy.

The olympiad is conducted in two groups:
Junior - For those who are born between Jan 1, 1992 and Dec.31, 1993
Senior - For those who are born between Jan 1, 1990 and Dec. 31, 1991

In Chennai, the Astronomy Olympiad is co-ordinated by Tamil Nadu Science and Technolgy Centre on Gandhi Mandapam Road, Adyar.

You can call 2441 0025 or 24416751 for details and registration to Astronomy Olympiad.

Here is a link for Astronomy for Kids: http://www.dustbunny.com/afk/

All the best!

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