Project

Preparation

• Think about a project or idea you are interested in studying (visit science buddies ideas)
• Begin your project journal
• Read about the scientific method
• Make notes in journal on the method that pertain to your project
• Find a mentor

Get Permission

Obtain permission from parents/teachers/mentor and Scientist to work on project (not all forms are required)

• Form 1: Checklist for Adult Sponsor / Safety Assessment Form
• Form 1A: Student Checklist / Research Plan
• Form 1B: Approval Form
• Form 1C: Registered Research Institutional / Industrial Setting Form
• Form 2: Qualified Scientist Form
• Form 3: Risk Assessment Form
• Form 4: Human Subjects and Informed Consent Form
  Sample Informed Consent Statement
• Form 5: Vertebrate Animal Form (5A and 5B)
• Form 6A: Potentially Hazardous Biological Agents Form
• Form 6B: Human and Vertebrate Animal Tissue Form
• Form 7: Continuation Projects Form
• Abstract Form (Only for regional fair use - ISEF finalists must use on-line system)

Due Dates

Discover fair due dates

Rules

Discover rules and regulations for your project (check with your fair for specific rules/regulations as fairs can relax these guidelines)

Do Project

• Gather supplies
• Set up project
• Begin project with guidance
• Document everything

Prepare for the fair

Prepare for the fair