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2026 State Science Technology Fair of Iowa

 March 26 & 27, 2026, Hilton Coliseum, Ames, Iowa

The Iowa 4-H Youth Development’s State Science + Technology Fair of Iowa (SSTFI) serves as a platform for student researchers (grades 6 – 12) to meet with professional researchers and communicate their findings and understanding of the research process. The SSTFI is an affiliate of the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.

SSTFI is a 2-day fair for ALL youth in 6-12 grade.

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Join Us for the 2026 SSTFI Fair at Hilton Coliseum!

Important Dates for SSTFI

December 1st: REGISTRATION OPENS

February 22nd: REGISTRATION CLOSES

March 26th & 27th: Senior High & Junior High Fair

 
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*Teachers need to register every year!

Participants

Participants

The State Science and Technology Fair is open to all 6th-12th graders. Find out how to get registered!

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Educators

Educators

Find out how to get your class involved and find learning materials to enhance your classroom.

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Volunteers & Judges

Volunteers & Judges

Want to be part of the action? We are always looking for volunteers

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Sponsors

Sponsors

Help us inspire our young great minds by being part our event. Find out more here!

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Topic Areas

Biological Sciences

Animal Science

Plant Science

Behavioral & Social Science

Biochemistry

Biomedical & Health Sciences

Cellular &
Molecular
Biology

Food Science

Microbiology

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Earth &
Environmental Science

Engineering

 Mathematics

Energy & Transportation

Physics &
Astronomy

Computer Science

 Robotics & Intelligent Machines

Technology Integrated in the Arts

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