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IIT Kanpur

Yusuf Hamied Chemistry Camp

16 February, 2025

All set to host the Yusuf Hamied Chemistry Camp from February 14th-16th, 2025, inviting 100 Grade IX students from government and government-aided schools in Basti District, Uttar Pradesh. This three-day residential program aims to spark curiosity and cultivate a lasting interest in chemistry through interactive, hands-on experiments and collaborative learning experiences.

Participants will engage in exciting laboratory activities, including color creation, crystallization, the clock reaction, a forensic challenge, slime-making, and the global coin battery experiment. The camp will also feature a popular science talk, a science movie screening, and a guided campus tour, offering students an inspiring and educational experience.

With activities conducted in both English and the local language, the program ensures an inclusive and welcoming learning environment. The Yusuf Hamied Chemistry Camp provides students with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the excitement of scientific discovery and exploration.