Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera opens applications on 9 November for the 11th edition of the Barcelona International Youth Science Challenge (BIYSC), which will take place in Barcelona from 5 to 16 July 2027. The programme is aimed at students aged 15 to 18 in their final year of compulsory secondary education or upper secondary education, who have talent, curiosity and a strong interest in science. Applications will remain open until 22 February 2027.
Through BIYSC, Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera offers young people the opportunity to experience scientific research first-hand, working alongside researchers at leading research institutions and sharing experiences with students from around the world.
14 projects to discover scientific research
In this new edition, participants will be able to choose from 14 hands-on projects in science, technology and medicine, carried out in real research environments. Over two weeks, they will have the opportunity to explore different scientific disciplines, gain first-hand insight into the work of research teams and tackle challenges related to current scientific research.
Beyond the scientific experience, BIYSC encourages knowledge exchange, teamwork and connections between young people from different countries, united by their curiosity and passion for science.
An international community of young scientific talent
Over its first ten editions, BIYSC has welcomed more than 1,000 students from over 70 countries, creating an international community of young people passionate about science and research.
With this 11th edition, Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera continues to provide opportunities for young people to develop their scientific talent, discover cutting-edge research and share experiences that will help shape their academic and professional futures.
