<p>I was wondering whether or not Siemens would consider research in the fields of economics or psychology, etc., to be acceptable for the competition? I mean logic would dictate so, especially seeing as though social sciences do include some mathematics and traditional sciences(i.e. economics/math, psychology/biology) but the competition seems to be so geared towards science/math types. Does anyone know of anyone who's entered the competition in this field or whether or not it's even allowed?</p>
<p>No seriously.</p>
<p>I'm not extremely familiar with this, so people feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.</p>
<p>If the psychology falls under behavioral or social sciences, then no, Siemens does not allow it. However, if the psychology project falls under biology or chemistry (for example, if medication, etc. was involved), then it's allowed. I'm not sure though, you might want to go on the Siemens website on collegeboard and read through their guidelines.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>I don't think so, but MAYBE youcould get away with some psych-science oriented project. I know there are other award foundations for psych research from high-school students though. Go to this link of the first academic all-star team and read profile #10, she is the poster child for psych research USATODAY</a> Photo Gallery </p>
<p>The Siemens allowed categories can be found here:</p>
<p>What sorts of competitions/award foundations are there for psych research?</p>
<p>I'm not sure, but as far as college admissions are concerned I don't think that you need any awards. Just do the research, try to get some authored/co-authored papers published in respected psychology journals, and present your research at specific conferences and that will be more unique than some branded award from an organization. Like I said above, read profile #10 from that link. If you do some of the things that she did, you will be amazing on any app.</p>
<p>I'm pretty sure Intel STS allows projects in social sciences.</p>
<p>Yea STS does let in behavioral and social sciences, list of categories here:</p>
<p>Intel</a> Science Talent Search (STS): Intel Science Talent Search Categories</p>
<p>Poisonous,
(sorry, this has nothing to do with the Siemens, I have no idea about that)
But your post- "Just do the research, try to get some authored/co-authored papers published in respected psychology journals, and present your research at specific conferences and that will be more unique than some branded award from an organization."- piqued my interest. First off, wouldn't it be easier, just hypothetically, to get your research published through an organization/competition- i.e. the Siemens? I mean, to go straight to the journals or conferences, isn't that a lofty goal that few of us could even dream of attaining, considering the caliber your project would need to be?
I don't know- not questioning your judgment, just asking for clarification, because I, personally, doubt my capacity for such outstanding work. Would you have any specific advice on that to add?
Thanks.</p>
<p>So she basically had two summer's worth of experience, co-authoring a few papers, and presenting to a meeting. That's quite prestigious, and honestly, I'm pretty much where she is; authored two award winning papers, co-authoring another with a professor at Yale right now, and next year (junior) I'll be doing another project which will go into my senior year as well. More than that though, the psych experiments are all closely linked to something that I'm EXTREMELY passionate about, so I hope that'll come off in my app. I've also won some awards from competitions. I'm just wondering if there are any competitions that are SPECIFIC to psychology; I have yet to find one. =/</p>
<p>Oh and I need to find some way to present my work at conferences...know any? and do you know how I'd go about doing this??</p>
<p>Chang:
Yes, in general it would be easier to have a secondary level awards organization publish your work, but it is still possible to get recognized outside of those groups. My advice would be to start early. Find a subject that interests you and look around for a science research advisor to chaperone your work. Once you have the base laid out its all up to you on how far you want to take it whether it be papers, presentations, or awards.</p>
<p>Mega:</p>
<p>I only know of the TOPS psychology competition, but it is just writing a paper, not really doing any independent research. But, their site is great as far as getting information on research/conventions/conferences. Check it out below:</p>
<p>APA</a> Resources for Students</p>
<p>They have yet to announce the 2009 TOPSScholar competition prompt. You can find the old one here:</p>