Issue 2 Day 2 Nov. 9 2013

JSSF2013 Newsletter

Take 1… Action!

The Science Project Presentations got underway with a few little hiccups technology wise, but nothing seemed to put a dampener on the presenters’ flair. From attempting to solve many of the problems in the environment to satisfying their own sense of wonder, the presenters attacked the tasks at hand with vigor not seen in these parts for a long time. In keeping with the theme of this fair, collaborative efforts across national borders also saw fruitful results. The effort put forth by all had the audience holding on to every word, and this is where you all have to be commended on your efforts. Not only the presenters, but also the

audience made day one of the presentations a success for everyone. Thank you to commentators.

To There and Beyond

Dr. Junichiro Kawaguchi captivated the audience with his special lecture on the possibilities for space travel in the future made possible through the success of the Hayabusa mission, of which he was in charge. For those of you who missed the lecture, the Hayabusa spacecraft accomplished the world’s first sample and return mission from another celestial object other than the moon; a near earth asteroid orbiting around the sun named Itokawa. Today’s special lecture, while focusing on the Hayabusa mission and future space travel, also gave us an insight into Dr. Kawaguchi himself. His use of comical relief let us know that this man is actually just like you and me (more like you

than me). Portrayed by one of Japan’s premier actors in the Hayabusa mission, Ken Watanabe, he told us of his ridicule from his wife at bringing the actor’s image into disrepute. He told us of his embarrassment at being made into a Lego figure, while Buzz Aldrin’s image has been glorified by the Toy Story figurine Buzz Lightyear. The crux of Dr. Watanabe’s speech was his insight into what the future in space holds for us. His vision of structures and space ports being built into space to aid our interstellar travel enables us to dream of the day when we too may venture into outer space. Maybe the most important message that Dr. Kawaguchi left us with was in his closing quotation, “The higher you have climbed up, the broader the horizon expands.” Let this

speech be your motivation to strive for bigger and brighter things.

Today Tomorrow

Weather

The presentations were really enjoyable. One of the

most important aspects of all the presentations is

that there are “next steps.” Research always leads

to new questions. Please continue to work hard on

your projects.

Mike Moreau, Fort Richmond Collegiate,

Amanda Watkin, Australian Science and

Mathematics School

Today’s presentations provided all of us with a

glimpse at the incredible passion and knowledge

our studies bring to the JSSF. The topics ranged

from school to school but what they had in

common was their professional approval and

confidence in their research findings. It was a

pleasure and priviledge to act to a commentator.

Bob Adamson, Fort Richmond Collegiate

Today’s Schedule

8:00-9:00 Breakfast

9:00 Meet your Buddy

Both at Cafeteria C

9:30-11:30 Science Project Presentation

12:00-13:30 Lunch Party

14:00-15:30

Science World

15:50-18:30 Science Zone

18:30-19:30 Dinner

18:40 Bus leaves for hotel

Messages from Commentators

Lunch Into

New Friendships!

You can call me anything you want, just don’t call me late for today’s lunch party! You’re not going to want to miss this opportunity to wine (no alcohol, please) and dine with good food and good friends. So, get out there, break the ice, and make some new friends. This could be the start

to a beautiful relationship.

Kyoto Shopping Tours

As you heard yesterday from the sightseeing committee at orientation, there are two main courses available: One to Yodobashi Camera, the giant electronics store, and another one to the Shijo Street shopping area. In addition to these two tours of course your buddy will be happy to take you to any other destination you like within the time available. In addition to this again, if anyone in your school group wishes to go to yet another destination some of our science course students will be happy to act as guides. In an extreme scenario your school could possibly split up into four different expeditions. If you have any such requests please let your buddy know and we will endeavour to fulfill your wishes.

Presented by… YOU! After yesterday’s dazzling presentations, excitement is in the air as we start today’s science project presentations. This event truly encapsulates the JSSF spirit of sharing our ideas and inspiring each other with presentations of our hard work. If you haven’t turned in your data yet, make sure you get to your venue at least 10 minutes early to

submit your data.

Let the Games Begin!

Brushbot warriors got together for the start of the Brushbot Olympics yesterday and although some participants chose to boycott the event, those who brushed by had a dashing time. Heats are ongoing and if you get the urge to race a toothbrush along a set of play rail tracks then this is the event for you. Heats will continue today with athletes able to test themselves

against the clock five times.

Those with the fastest times will be chosen for the next stage. Although we can’t tell you the fastest time, the record for the slowest brush is a magnificent 1 minute 7 seconds! The finals will take place tomorrow in which representatives from each country will compete against each other for Olympic glory. So don’t wait until it’s too late, get your toothbrushes fine-tuned and get into all of the action at the Brushbot

Olympics today. Don’t be shy!

Professional Exchange for Teachers

We have a teachers’ session today for professional exchange on the third

floor of Building 1 (Co-learning House 2) in the students’ lounge. (Don’t

worry, they’ll be busy.). It starts at 15:50 and if you are presenting please

just bring along your USB or whatever, and we’ll plug it in. We hope as

many people as possible can come and let’s share the bitter and sweet.

(coffee and tea on tap).