2024 National Youth Science Camp (NYSC) Scholarship Recipients
Left to right: U.S. Embassy Assistant Public Affairs Officer Eli Levine, Naparima College student Reginald Mohammed, Bishop Anstey High School Tobago student Dominique Henry, and NIHERST President (Ag.), Julie David
Two (2) local students have been selected to represent Trinidad and Tobago in the National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp). The United States Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago announced that Dominique Henry and Reginald Mohammed were selected to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the 2024 NYSCamp.
Every year the U.S. embassy and the National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) accept applications from forth to sixth form students between the ages of 16-18 years old for a scholarship to attend the NYSCamp in West Virginia, USA.. Read More
FIRST LEGO League held its MasterPiece
Couva, Trinidad and Tobago. Approximately One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000) in prizes was up for grabs at the FIRST LEGO League National Robotics Tournament on 27th April, 2024.
The event organized by the National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) and Shell Trinidad & Tobago Limited (Shell) drew hundreds of onlookers as they
cheered on more than two hundred (200) participants, from eighteen (18) teams representing various schools in Trinidad and Tobago including Tranquility Government Secondary, Naparima College,
Waterloo Secondary School and Holy Name Convent, Port of Spain.
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Celebrating Point Fortin Borough Day with Astronomy Night: A Stellar Evening Under the Stars
The National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (NIHERST) hosted an Astronomy Night: A Stellar Evening Under the Stars, in celebration of the Borough of Point Fortin 44th Anniversary.
The event took place on April 15th, 2024, at the Mahaica Sporting Complex, Point Fortin, attracting astronomy enthusiasts of all ages for a stellar evening under the stars.
The Astronomy Night was aimed at promoting science education and awareness within the Point Fortin community. Attendees were treated to a variety of engaging and educational activities, including telescope viewing sessions. Read More
NIHERST in partnership with Shell Trinidad and Tobago Ltd launches FIRST LEGO League Robotics Tournament: MasterPiece
Students from twenty-five (25) schools from across Trinidad and Tobago will have an exciting robotics opportunity this year, hosted by the National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) and Shell Trinidad and Tobago (Shell T&T Ltd).
The launch ceremony for the innovative 21st-century robotics challenge, the FIRST LEGO League, kicked off the 7th year of the initiative, with the tournament scheduled for April 27th, 2024. Read More
NIHERST and NALIS advances Partnership with Science Corner Hubs
The National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (NIHERST) and The National Library and Information System Authority (NALIS) proudly announced the successful ribbon-cutting ceremony of the NIHERST / NALIS Science Corner. This collaboration marks a significant stride toward promoting scientific exploration, education, and innovation within our community. The first of seven (7) corners carded throughout the public library system was launched at the Port of Spain Public Library. Read More
NIHERST mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus Winston Mellowes
The National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) is in mourning following the passing of the esteemed Professor Emeritus Winston Mellowes.
As the Past Chairman of NIHERST (2017-2020), Professor Mellowes played a pivotal role in steering the Institute towards robust advancements in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) across Trinidad and Tobago. Read More
Shell Empowers Future Innovators: Handover Ceremony of STREAM Kits to Schools
Shell Trinidad and Tobago Ltd., in partnership with the National Institute for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST), hosted the "Shell STREAM Kit Handover Ceremony",
a testament to Shell's dedication to fostering the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.
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‘The STEM Network’ – Issue 2, 2023
NIHERST is pleased to present to you the latest installment of its newsletter series.
From its major partnerships to its STEM initiatives, get the up to date insights on the undertakings of the Institute.
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NIHERST and MYDNS pen new agreement to support 21st century youth
On May 25th, 2023, the National Institute of Higher Education, Research Science, and Technology (NIHERST) and the Ministry of Youth Development and National Service jointly conveyed their intent to maximize the nation’s youth involvement in Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI).
Read MoreNIHERST and PowerGen add fuel to STI advancements
Left to Right: Dr. Haydn I. Furlonge (PowerGen) and Mrs. Marleen Lord-Lewis (NIHERST)
On October 10th 2022, the National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) and the Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago (PowerGen) signaled the start of a partnership to invest in the expansion of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) initiatives.
Read MoreMeasuring the Investment in Science and Technology
Since 1999 NIHERST, guided by the Network for Science and Technology Indicators –Ibero-American and Inter-American– (RICYT) and the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), has been measuring the investment in Science and Technology
MoE / NIHERST help build the nation’s resilience in education transformation
The Ministry of Education’s Adopt-a-School programme received thirty (30) chrome books sponsored by NIHERST
NIHERST and APETT collaborate to initiate STI transformation projects
The National Institute of Higher Education, Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) and the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad and Tobago (APETT) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) which will see joint collaboration to address engineering-specific societal pain points currently being faced by communities and advance the national agenda for enabling Science Technology and Innovation (STI) in the society.