Learn how and why ProjectBoard can help take your fair to new heights
Welcome ISEF Affiliates
You may know us from ISEF
Setting the stage
For the past 4 years, ProjectBoard has partnered with ISEF to host their Virtual Project Showcase. Some of your students would have already used ProjectBoard to submit and showcase their projects to the World.
Now, ProjectBoard offers a DIY experience so you can host your own virtual project showcases! With free and budget friendly plans, ProjectBoard is here to support you with an easy-to-use and valuable platform for your fair and your students.
Regeneron ISEF
For more than 70 years, thousands of students from our affiliated science fair network have explored their passion for scientific inquiry at the world’s largest global science competition.
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How to host your own virtual showcase
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Small effort, big impact
Why use ProjectBoard?
We know many of you are balancing multiple responsibilities, with your plates already full as you work to provide life-changing opportunities for your students—thank you for that! Here are a few reasons why we believe it's worth putting in that extra effort.
Key benefits for an ISEF-affiliated fair
For you
- Utilize the same Project Template used by ISEF to minimize work if a student advances
- Ensure academic integrity with built-in plagiarism detection
- Share project links with judges who can’t attend in person
- Increase sponsorship opportunities with dedicated space on the virtual showcase and detailed analytics to track and share results
- Turn project showcases into a library to inspire future students
Key benefits for students
For them
- Utilize the same Project Template used by ISEF to minimize work if a student advances
- Control what the public sees, with project privacy control
- Be recognized and celebrated by supporters beyond attendees at the in-person fair (See example below)
- Use sharable projects as part of college /career portfolios
- Connect with like-minded students in your fair virtually
We are pleased with our partnership with ProjectBoard to virtually display ISEF finalists’ research and believe it will also be of benefit to you and your community by providing judges with reviewed materials to prepare for interviews and a curated project library to inspire future fair participants.
Beyond Likes
Virtual community builds confidence
Unlike other virtual platforms, with ProjectBoard, students receive positive and productive feedback, and build the necessary confidence and self-worth to keep pursuing their passions, even if they don’t advance to ISEF.
Some more details
Questions you may be thinking...
How can students protect their data and IP when sharing their projects virtually?
As an admin, you have the authority to determine what project information must be uploaded to ProjectBoard for a complete submission for your fair. Once you approve a project for public viewing, however, the student has the freedom to choose which sections they want to showcase. For instance, if a student is required to upload an abstract, a video, a full presentation, and a detailed methodology, they can decide to display only their abstract and video. Ultimately, the student has the final say in how their project is presented online!
How can ProjectBoard help ensure students don’t plagiarize?
At ProjectBoard, we prioritize academic integrity and honesty above all else. That’s why we are excited to announce that we are developing a plagiarism detection report feature that will enable you to quickly scan and flag projects that require further review. This valuable tool will be available by the end of the year!
How does ProjectBoard fit with my existing event registration system?
Great question! ProjectBoard isn’t an event management platform so we’re not replacing your registration system, but we’ve been seamlessly added to the registration process in numerous STEM events around the world. If you collect project information during your registration system, we might be able to replace that step! If you don’t currently showcase student projects, we can easily tack on to the end of your process – the benefits of a virtual showcase to support your event are worth it.
Can I customize the look and feel of my showcase?
Absolutely! ProjectBoard allows you to customize your showcase with your own logo, colours, banner, categories, and awards, and you can be confident that it will look amazing to your students and your community.
Can my sponsors get recognition and benefit directly from my virtual showcase?
Yes! You can feature sponsor logos throughout the virtual showcase, ensuring they are always visible and clickable alongside student projects. This maximizes their visibility, boosts brand awareness, and provides ongoing engagement opportunities beyond your in-person event.
What kinds of analytics are available to share with my team and sponsors?
A variety of analytics can be shared internally within your organization or externally with sponsors. Key metrics include total visitors, time spent engaging with the showcase, and project-specific interactions such as likes and comments.
About us
Learn more about ProjectBoard
As someone who started my journey in a student competition, I know first-hand how life-changing these experiences can be. ProjectBoard is here to help you shine a brighter light on the amazing students in your ISEF-affiliated fair. Together, we can ensure that no STEM mind is left behind.
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