Scholarship Initiatives
Supporting Scholars from Around the Globe
The DCAT organization is proud to be a Special Award Organization (SAO) sponsor for the International Science and Education Fair (ISEF), the world’s largest international pre-college science competition.
Winners Announced!
The Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association (DCAT) awarded five scholarships to student finalists who participated in the Virtual Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) held online May 18-22, 2020. Click here to read the full press release.
Our Mission
The Science & Scholarship Committee is responsible for identifying and managing initiatives that invest in the future of science by supporting students and educators who represent the future scientific interests of our global membership.
Our Initiatives
- International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) Special Awards Organization: Awards scholarships to four student research projects at ISEF, the world’s premier global science competition that attracts over 1,800 high school students from over 75 countries.
- ISEF Education Outreach Day Sponsor: Supports this event that brings over 3,000 local students, many from underserved communities and schools, to view the exhibits and participate in hands-on science activities at ISEF.
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant Tour: Offers tours at DCAT member company manufacturing facilities to select scholarship winners.
- Pharma Industry Career Exploration Day: Coming to DCAT Week 2021!
Get Involved
We’re looking for volunteers who want to:
- Support science education
- Work with a team to steer the committee’s initiatives
- Make a difference in the lives of the next generation of young scientists
- Meet new colleagues and gain more knowledge of the DCAT association and its activities
Interested in Volunteering? Contact Erin Sanders at esanders@dcat.org.
About ISEF
Founded in 1950, Intel ISEF unites the world’s top young scientific minds and encourages them to tackle challenging scientific questions and develop the skills needed to solve the problems of tomorrow. Each year, approximately 1,800 high school students from more than 75 countries, regions, and territories are awarded the opportunity to showcase their independent research and compete for an average of $4 million in total prizes.
Alumni of the fair include seven Nobel recipients, along with thousands of scholars who have went on to make extraordinary advancements in science, technology and pharmaceuticals.
Click here to read more about our 2019 recipients.
Click here to read more about our 2018 recipients.
Click here to read more about our 2017 recipients.