Dear readers,
We are delighted to present the outstanding works showcased in this issue, a culmination of the efforts exerted during our research program in the past year. Additionally, we are proud to include highly-rated submissions received through our journal website.
The research program was an enriching experience for our junior researchers, involving a comprehensive 3-week training course. During this period, participants acquired fundamental skills in scientific research, idea generation, and paper writing. Engaging in collaborative group projects with peers who shared similar interests, each team successfully produced an article within the tight timeframe. Furthermore, every group benefited from the guidance of a senior researcher, participating in 6 mentoring sessions focused on developing their inaugural review papers.
Following the completion of the projects, each group presented their findings in concise 10-minute sessions to a distinguished panel of judges. The depth of ideas and the quality of the projects were truly commendable. Participants received constructive feedback that highlighted their performance in key areas such as defining a research question, methodology, and presentation skills. It was evident that these groups exhibited great dedication to their academic pursuits.
In addition to the group projects, our editorial team diligently reviewed numerous papers submitted to the Youth Science Journal website for publication. After undergoing a rigorous revision process, the team reached out to the authors of papers that demonstrated academic novelty and significant contributions to their respective fields. We are excited to feature articles from various STEM and Humanities disciplines, including interdisciplinary ones, and we look forward to the continued review of submitted articles.
This issue showcases the exceptional group projects created during the training program and the accepted submissions. We express our gratitude to our senior researchers for their invaluable mentoring and extend our thanks to all the members who contributed to making this publication possible.
Best Regards,
Youth Science Journal Community