Agilent Japan funded a number of innovative programs designed to increase students' interest and understanding of science through its Spark of Insight Request for Proposals process. Grant proposals are received in early spring and programs that employ various strategies to spark students' insight in science are selected.
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The Asagi Astronomy club developed and gave a class on astronomical observation.
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The Science E-Net Association developed a hands-on environmental study activities.
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The Young Astronauts Club used astronomical and space study to increase excitement about science.
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The attached Senior High School of Osaka-Kyouiku University enhanced its science education class for high school students.
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The attached High School of Kansei University created a program to help students understand mathematics.
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The Osaka Forum of Geography for Children helped students understand geography.
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The Kanazawa Professional School of Technology contributed to science and mathematics understanding through an inquiry based program.
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The Hakkenkoubo School implemented an inquiry based science and mathematics program.
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The Shibukawa Seaside Cleaning Robot Contest in Tamano gave students a chance to directly understand and implement environmental solutions by designing a robot to sweep and clean the Shibukawa seaside.
- The Takagi School developed outdoors environmental activities for students.