Master research, compilation, and identification of large quantities of information
Systematic research methods and efficient information gathering techniques
Visual recognition and classification of specimens, rocks, minerals, and organisms
Systematic organization of reference materials and binder construction
Ability to recognize patterns, characteristics, and distinguishing features
All events are unlimited binder events
Description: Teams identify rocks and minerals and demonstrate their knowledge of geological processes, formation, and classification systems.
Description: Competitors will be assessed on their knowledge of North American insect families, focusing mostly on identification but also including ecology and behavior.
Description: Teams will demonstrate understanding of Stellar Evolution: Star Formation & Exoplanets, including classification, life cycles, and planetary systems.
1 Subject Director leads the Research subject, responsible for developing research methodologies and identification skills.
Each event has exactly 1 Event Manager responsible for organizational and communicative tasks.
