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06 September 2024

Sixth Form Biologists Recognised in 2024 Science in Medicine School Teams Prize

We are delighted to announce that 17 of our Sixth Form students have been awarded Certificates of Merit and Commendation by the judging panel of the 2024 Science in Medicine School Teams Prize. Hosted annually by Imperial College London, the competition saw 235 entries from schools across the UK.

This year, students were tasked with designing an ePoster illustrating a medical idea combining science, engineering and health research that could help improve lives. The competition featured five categories: The British Heart Foundation Cardiovascular Prize, The Lung Prize, The Scleroderma and Raynaud’s UK Prize, The Vasculitis UK Prize, and The Global Health Prize.

Our students worked in teams, submitting entries across all five areas. Highlights include:

  • Rameez (U6TCF) and his team were commended for their BioFlex Stent-Graft System, which was praised by the panel of 20 judges as a “seriously good idea,” with a well-thought-out approach to both implementation and potential challenges.
  • Ibrahim (U6JCC) team earned recognition for their “attractive concept” focused on Raynaud’s Syndrome.
  • Vansh (U6NGA) team was praised for their clear and accessible approach to
  • Cholera Prevention Measures in Migrant Camps.
  • Cyrus (U6PWM) team received praise for their visually striking academic poster on Kawasaki Disease.

Dr Kochaj, Head of Biology at John Lyon, said: “We are extremely proud of our students for their innovative ideas, which skilfully blend science and engineering to improve health outcomes.” Reflecting on the experience, Giri (U6NGA) added, “A big thank you to the Imperial College London academics for their insightful feedback, which has been invaluable in helping us strengthen our Medicine and Biology university applications.”