It’s like an X Factor for scientists. Young people can talk to real live scientists, online, for two weeks. And then the teenagers decide which scientist gets £500.

You can only talk on the site if you are one of the students, teachers or scientists who are taking part. And you can only vote if you are one of the students, but anyone can look around and read what is being said. Go on, have a look, it’ll cheer you up, I promise you. From the main log in page, just pick a zone and browse around!

During the event young people use web technology they feel comfortable with, to ‘meet’ scientists. They ask questions and have live chats with scientists, and then vote for their favourite. The winning scientist will receive £500, to be used to communicate their work.

‘I’m a Scientist’ brings people together, gives young people a voice and teaches them about science and scientists in a fun, memorable and engaging way.

This event will run 14th – 25th June 2010

I’m a Scientist, Get me out of Here! is produced by Gallomanor (http://gallomanor.com/), specialists in helping organisations engage their communities.