Wayne School of Engineering student earns state science honor
By From staff reports
Published in News on September 20, 2015 1:50 AM
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Reid Barnett
Wayne School of Engineering student Reid Barnett was one of 35 state merit winners in the 2015 Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge.
He was recognized at the recent school board meeting for the achievement.
"The Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge targets students in the years when research indicates their interest in science begins to wane and encourages them to explore scientific concepts and creatively communicate their findings," explained board member Pat Burden. "Each January, students nationwide are asked to create a short video describing a new invention or solution that could solve or impact an everyday problem."
The challenge was to submit a solution that could ultimately reshape the way we live our lives, she said.
"Barnett rose to the top of the competition due to his science acumen, innovative thinking and exceptional communication skills demonstrated in his entry video," Ms. Burden said. "The budding young scientist was recognized for his project and research that proceed the creation of an alternative energy source through a perpetual motion generation."
As a state winner, he received special recognition on the challenge website, youngscientistchallenge.com as well as a technology prize pack.