The EU Contest for Young Scientists gives students the opportunity to

• compete with the best of their contemporaries at European level
• meet others with similar abilities and interests
• get guidance from some of the most prominent scientists in Europe

It highlights the best of European scientific student achievements and attracts widespread media interest.

The contest is an initiative of the Commission under the Science and Society programme. It was set up to promote the ideals of cooperation and information exchange between young scientists.

This week long event is held in a different European country every year.

Agencies Involved: European Commission

Key Dates: EUCYS is held annually in September

See website for more detailed information.