Innovation across sectors at science fair

The annual National Science Fair, organized by the Ministry of Education, showcased a range of groundbreaking innovations and sustainable practices this year. Among the standout exhibits was a cutting-edge computer application designed to assist disaster management officials in monitoring relief supplies in real time. This tool enables shelter and warehouse managers, along with senior NEMO officials, to efficiently track and distribute aid, ensuring it reaches the intended recipients without delay. Another notable innovation was a wearable sweat patch that allows users to monitor body fluid loss, offering potential benefits for health and fitness enthusiasts. The fair also featured creative projects such as the extraction of floral scents for perfume production, sustainable farming techniques from the Grenadines, and natural water purification methods. In the realm of robotics, a group of students unveiled a motorized vacuum-cleaning device equipped with proximity sensors, demonstrating their technical prowess. Additionally, exhibits on satellite communications and the use of traditional herbs for hypertension control highlighted the intersection of technology and health. The event, themed ‘Bridging Science and Society,’ spanned three days and included a prize-giving ceremony at the Methodist Town Hall in Kingstown. Juanita King, the fair’s coordinator, expressed her satisfaction with the diverse and high-quality exhibits, particularly praising the participation from secondary schools on mainland St. Vincent and the Southern Grenadines. This year’s fair saw contributions from 17 primary schools and 12 secondary schools, including all the Grenadine islands, underscoring the event’s widespread appeal and educational impact.