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Posted on: 01/08/2026Young Scientists Experience Japan
Five of our Year 12 and Year 13 Science students had the incredible opportunity to take part in the UK-Japan Young Scientist Workshop during the summer break, bringing together post-16 students from schools across the UK and Japan.
Working in small international teams, our students collaborated on real-life science projects guided by university specialists. The experience gave them a fascinating insight into scientific research in a university setting, while encouraging them to explore different ways of thinking, problem-solving and working collaboratively.
This year’s projects were:
- Organic photochromic molecules
- Let's Generate X-rays
- Dye Your Own Blue with Chemistry — Indigo Synthesis and Fabric Works
- Autonomous AI Lab: Deciphering the Universe and Earth through Data Science
- Rutherford Scattering Experiment
- Communicating Science! Who, What, and How?
- Mask Science and Public Health: How Do Masks Protect Us?
Beyond the workshop, students had the opportunity to explore Tokyo and experience Japanese culture through a range of visits and evening activities. They also developed friendships and connections with students from Japan, making the experience both academically rewarding and personally memorable.
For our students studying A-level Biology, Chemistry and Physics, the workshop provided a fantastic opportunity to extend their learning beyond the classroom and gain valuable experience that will support their future studies and aspirations in science, engineering and related disciplines.
For further information about the 2026 projects, please visit the website: https://sites.google.com/view/ukjapanyoungscientistsworkshop/home and navigate to “2026 workshop”.
