Athenaeum Stade: Inspire students with innovative AI projects!

Athenaeum Stade: Inspire students with innovative AI projects!

In the year of the 60th national “Youth Researches” competition, the Athenaeum Stade shines with outstanding projects from its committed students. The group, led by Hans-Otto Carmesin, who has been teaching mathematics and physics since 1999, has developed into a real talent center. He is supported by Inga von Bargen, an experienced learning therapist who brings structure and project management to the working group. The successes at state and regional level are not only a source of pride for the students, but also a real motivation to continue researching and learning. Kreiszeitung-Wochenblatt reports that the students' commitment is reflected in innovative projects.

A particularly interesting development comes from Paul Zörb, a 16-year-old who developed an AI system to autonomously detect wolves. This system not only won first place in the regional competition, but also received a special prize for “Shaping the future with security”. Paul also secured third place at the state level and an award for his scientific photography. He carried out his tests in the Black Mountains Wildlife Park and has had the idea for his project since the 5th grade. In the medium term, he plans to study computer science or mathematics.

Research and innovation

But other students at the Athenaeum Stade also show impressive research work. Ivan Renner (18) and Jeremy Neumann (17) worked on a project that looked at the behavior of volume and mass in black holes. For this they received first place in the regional competition as well as a special prize at the state level in the geo and spatial sciences. Their theoretical considerations and the tests in programs were inspired by the experiences with Hans-Otto Carmesin.

John Neumann (18) is also an example of creativity in the field of artificial intelligence. His AI model for predicting solar storms earned him first place at the regional level and he was allowed to compete in the state competition. He analyzed around 8 billion data sets. His project arose from a specialist thesis and he regrets that he joined the group so late. In addition to his school education, he works as a software developer and plans to study computer science in the Bundeswehr.

Youth research and the future

This year's event is all about digitalization and sustainability. With a total of 112 research projects that, among other things, show creative applications of artificial intelligence - such as an electromagnetic chessboard that moves pieces without touching them - it is clear that the young generation is developing innovative solutions for the challenges of the future. Welt emphasizes that the event is attended not only by young researchers, but also by many important personalities such as Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. A total of 167 young talents who have previously qualified in state competitions are taking part.

Students often face time management challenges, but their successes are a reward for their hard work and determination. The working group is therefore highlighted not only as a platform for individual success, but also as a wonderful example of promoting talent in the natural sciences. The students' commitment will continue to produce fruitful results in the future, and it is hoped that many of them will gain a foothold in science. Those interested can find further information about the projects and competitions on the official website of Jugend forscht.