Recognition and Awards

Awards & Winners

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Award Categories

Four Categories

Best Scientific Research Award

Research is the backbone of a project. This award is given to teams that have examined their topic in depth, conducted systematic research based on reliable sources, and used the scientific approach effectively.

Best Innovation Award

This award is given to projects that bring original and creative approaches to problem solving. Teams that think beyond conventional approaches, develop new ideas, and improve existing solutions are recognized.

Implementation Award

This award is given to projects that best demonstrate the real-world feasibility of the developed solution. It recognizes teams that go beyond idea generation and clearly show how the solution can be implemented.

Environmental Solution Award

This award is given to projects focused on environmental sustainability and positive contributions to nature. Teams that address environmental issues thoughtfully and show potential for long-term impact receive this award.

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Certificates

Beyond Awards

🏅 Certificate of Honor

Awarded to students who stand out during the ImpactFest poster presentations through exceptional communication, clarity, answers to jury questions, and overall presentation quality. The rubric is prepared with support from teachers specialized in the field.

🎓 Certificate of Participation

Awarded to every student who successfully completes the YIP program from YouthFest to ImpactFest. It is a meaningful recognition of a year of commitment, research, and collaboration.

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Hall of Excellence

Our Winners

1st and 2nd place winners from each of YIP's four award categories.

1

Best Scientific Research Award

1
🥇 1st Place
[Name]
Microplastic Accumulation in Bosphorus Coastal Sediments
2
🥈 2nd Place
[Name]
The Effect of the Urban Heat Island Effect on Air Quality in Besiktas
2

Best Innovation Award

1
🥇 1st Place
[Name]
AI-Supported Early Warning System for Urban Flooding
2
🥈 2nd Place
[Name]
Piezoelectric Energy-Harvesting Pavement System for Pedestrians
3

Implementation Award

1
🥇 1st Place
[Name]
Low-Cost Water Purification Device for Rural Schools
2
🥈 2nd Place
[Name]
Modular Compost Unit for Urban Apartment Buildings
4

Environmental Solution Award

1
🥇 1st Place
[Name]
Biodegradable Seed Packaging Produced from Agricultural Waste
2
🥈 2nd Place
[Name]
Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting System for Istanbul Schools

All winning reports are published with participant approval. Awards are presented at ImpactFest in June.