Intel International Science and Engineering Fair Returns in 2010 Sponsored by Cisco

The International Science and Engineering Fair will return to San Jose in 2010 with Cisco serving as the Communications Technology Sponsor. Cisco (News - Alert) will present how technology-enabled communication can play a key role in preparing students for successful science, math and technology careers.

 

The annual Intel (News - Alert) ISEF is a large high school-level science fair and is expected to attract more than 1,500 students from more than 55 countries to San Jose in May 2010. The event will bring together tomorrow's technologists and will extend the Intel ISEF's reach beyond grades 9-12 and establish a permanent Silicon Valley K-12 legacy program for math, science and technology education.

 

"Cisco has a strong history of supporting education through initiatives such as the 21st Century Schools program in the Gulf Coast and the Cisco Networking Academy," stated Sandra Wheatley, director, global community relations, Cisco.

 

"The International Science and Education Fair Association is a powerful instrument for revolutionizing education and ultimately, business. We're pleased to collaborate with the ISEF to make technology and science education accessible and relevant for students to prepare them for success in the global economy," said Wheatley.

 

Dana Ditmore, president of ISEF 2010, explains "As the worldwide networking leader, Cisco is one of many Silicon Valley powerhouses that continue to inspire technology ingenuity."

 

"By teaming with companies like Cisco, we can cultivate and encourage interest in both science and technology at an early age to help create the future architect's of our techno-centric world. As a highly diverse event, the Intel ISEF reaches out not only globally, but also to under-represented minorities in science and technology, thus further expanding the talent pool of future innovators,” Ditmore said.

 

Held every May since 1950, the Intel ISEF is organized by Society for Science & the Public, a non-profit organization committed to the public understanding and appreciation of science.