1st STEM Festival on August 4, 2024, Venue: Walkersville Grand Social Hall, Walkersville, MD
1st International Conference for Science and Innovation (ICSI) Sci-Tech-Nexus 2024

About Sci-Tech-Nexus 2024
✔ Sci-Tech-Nexus was the inaugural ICSI conference held in 2024.
✔ Brought together over 250 students, educators and innovators.
✔ The event featured student research showcases, expert panels and collaborative pitch space.
✔ Laid foundation for growing movement of youth-led innovation and remains inspiration for future events.
Where Innovation meeting Execution
Students participated
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Research papers published
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Prototypes developed
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2nd STEM & Hackathon Festival on September 6, 2025, Venue: TBD
Real feedback, Real impact
Sci Tech Nexus 2024 was an inspiring showcase of the incredible talent, curiosity, and drive of our local students. It’s events like these that remind us of the vital role education, innovation, and community support play in shaping the future. The projects presented were not only creative and technically impressive, but also rooted in solving real-world problems — exactly the kind of thinking we need to foster in Frederick County and beyond.
As a County Council member, I see firsthand how youth-driven initiatives like this contribute to the economic vitality and long-term resilience of our region. Sci Tech Nexus is helping to build a pipeline of future scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs right here in our own backyard. I’m proud to support programs that empower young minds, and I look forward to seeing how this event continues to grow and strengthen our community in the years ahead
Brad W. Young President, County Council
Both kids had a really good time at the summit. They said the event was well organized and had a great turnout. They were excited to be a part of it and truly enjoyed the experience. Thank you for inviting them!
JasonParent
Thank you for today’s event. It was extremely well organized, and I appreciated the opportunity to meet so many talented students and see their presentations. It was inspiring to witness all the projects in one place.
JayaParent
Thank you so much for including me in your amazing conference — it was superbly organized and very well attended. I was especially impressed by the caliber of the students and the other speakers. It was an honor to be part of it!
KristinaCEO, Lernadu
Thank you for the opportunity at the event. It was great to see so many kids working on meaningful projects. The introduction of guest speakers and their inspiring stories was a thoughtful addition. We truly appreciated the experience.
VarunParent
Speaking at Sci Tech Nexus 2024 was one of the most empowering experiences of my academic journey. Sharing my project on stage, surrounded by so many brilliant and curious minds, inspired me to think bigger about the impact of innovation. The event was exceptionally well organized, and I felt supported and encouraged every step of the way. I walked away not only with new connections, but with renewed confidence in my voice as a young scientist.
ShivamStudent
Presenting my prototype at Sci Tech Nexus 2024 was an incredible experience. It was the first time I showcased my work to such a large and diverse audience — including peers, educators, and industry professionals. The event was flawlessly organized, and the encouragement I received from the mentors and fellow presenters truly meant a lot. Sci Tech Nexus gave me the platform to not only share my ideas but also to learn from others who are just as passionate about innovation. I left feeling inspired and excited to keep building.
ShreyasStudent