Northern Nevada Brain Bee
A competition that tests knowledge of
brain structure & function
To motivate students to learn about the brain and to inspire them to pursue careers in neuroscience so they can help treat and find cures for brain disorders.
Who: Students aged 12-19* can participate in the Contest (*13-19 High School students qualify for National Contest)
When: Saturday, April 5th, 2025 at UNR, DMSC building, 8am -3:30pm
What: Brain Bee Contest and Neuro Event (event is for all ages)
How: This is a self-study contest. Please get together with your friends, family, form clubs etc. to study the material. Your UNR mentors will provide a link to a self-study course and establish zoom sessions to review the material.
Event Featuring: Guest speakers, networking events, breakfast and lunch, career and resource fair with interactive exhibits, lab tours, and campus tours
Prizes: All contestants will get a Brain Bee T-Shirt, and special prizes will be given to top contestants!
Questions? Please email: westudybrains@gmail.com
Brain Bee FAQ's
What is the Brain Bee?
An international competition that tests knowledge on Brain Facts. We are a regional group, so our Brain Bee is just students from Nevada and Tahoe area.
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How do I learn the Brain Facts?
A booklet is provided. The booklet is the basis for most of the questions in the Bee. There are other resources that are availble through links on the Canvas Brain Bee course. This course is free.
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What if I need help?
We provide an zoom help sessions. The zoom help sessions are run by graduate students doing research in neuroscience.
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Does it cost any money?
No, the program and all the resources are free
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If I participated last year, can I try again this year?
Yes, everyone can participate twice. Two times is the limit though.
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Can I invite a friend?
Yes, everyone is welcome. The only criteria are you must be between the ages of 13 and 18.
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How do I join?
Scan the QR code on the flyer, then fill out the application. You will recieve an invitation to join the Canvas course.
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When is the Brain Bee competition?
Saturday, March 16th, 10:00am - 1:00pm, via zoom.
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What if I don't want to compete but I want to learn all the brain facts.
We welcome everyone to learn the Brain Facts! On the day of the competition you can just join us for the graduate student talks on their research.
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What is the competition like?
The competition is an online test of brain facts. The questions will be multiple choice, matching, short answer. You must be on Canvas to take the test. The second part of the test is also on Canvas and it is an anatomy test, where you identify parts of the brain from pictures and images. And finally, there is one part of the test that is like jeopardy, where the participants answer questions as they are given live. The contestants answer on Canvas, so we see the answers, but no one else sees the answers.
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What if I win the competition?
The winner will have the opportunity to compete in the National competition, which is in Florida in April of 2024.
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Why should I participate in this event?
It is a great oppotunity to practice self-study in anticipation for college courses. You'll meet other like-minded students. You are able to put it on your resume/college application.