Central Ohio Regional Science & Engineering Fair
Organization Information

Background & History:
For the last 22 years and ending in 2003, the Ohio Legislature, along with some private donations, has given funds to the Ohio Academy of Science to fund the Buckeye Science & Engineering Fair. This fair was affiliated with Science Service in Washington, D.C. The Science Service organization oversees the scientific method and protocols used by all projects competing in the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF). Students who are finalists at the regional fair can compete at this international competition. When funding was lost, Central Ohio high school students had no pathway to reach the Intel ISEF. CORSEF was formed to meet the need to give these students of math & science the opportunity to represent Ohio and compete with students from around the world.

Mission Statement:
The mission of this Regional Fair is to provide equal opportunities for Central Ohio high school students to go to the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair. We hope to instill a strong interest and enthusiasm for science, math, and engineering in these students.

Funding:
We are thankful for the continued support we receive from: Battelle Institute, Chemical Abstract Society, Burgess & Niple, and The American Society of Civil Engineers (Central Ohio Section). We were graciously hosted by DeVry University 2004-2007, who donated the use of their facilities at no cost to CORSEF. Thanks to Columbus State Community College for the use of their facilities for the 2008 CORSEF Fair.

Community Support:
Our students receive mentoring from many of the wonderful research facilities located here in Central Ohio. These institutes and the individual researchers who take an interest in young scientists make this program possible. The Ohio State University, Children's Hospital Research Clinic, Battelle Institute, Chemical Abstracts, Ashland Chemical, James Cancer Research Hospital, and DelCo Water Treatment Facility have acted as mentors for Central Ohio students in the past. This strong community support and commitment to young scientists has made Central Ohio a leader in providing education opportunities and early research experience.