Fostering a culture of science, technology, creativity and innovation in Trinidad and Tobago

Joined September 2012
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šŸ¤– One final test Teams brought their robots to the final FTC Scrimmage to perfect their designs ahead of competition day. Since the first scrimmage, teams have shown significant improvement. Sincere thanks to Shell T&T and the Massy Foundation, for supporting STEM educationšŸš€
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šŸ“šTeachers, got a game-changing STEM lesson idea? The NIHERSTĀ TeachĀ MeĀ Teachers’ Virtual Curriculum Competition is back! Open to registered primary and secondary school STEMĀ teachers. Up to TT$45,000 in UTC Gift of Units šŸ—“Register here: forms.office.com/pages/respo… by July 6, 2026.
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šŸŒŽšŸ’§Ā For the health of our planet, everyĀ drop matters. ThisĀ World Environment Day,Ā we'reĀ highlighting the vital connection between clean water and a healthy environment. ā–¶ļø Discover why protecting our water resources is everyone’s responsibility.Ā youtube.com/watch?v=q3CuJbpD…
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Today, we join inĀ observingĀ the Feast ofĀ Corpus ChristiĀ šŸŒ… MayĀ theĀ messageĀ of thisĀ sacredĀ occasionĀ continue to strengthen our communities and guide us with hope for the days ahead.Ā Wishing everyone a peaceful and blessed Corpus Christi. #CorpusChristi #Faith #Hope #Community
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šŸ’§ WHAT’S IN YOUR WATER | QUICK WATER QUALITY FACTS You drink it, swim inĀ itĀ and depend onĀ itĀ but are you aware of the science behind it? šŸ‘‰ WatchĀ the full videoĀ to learn these facts see how it all connects.Ā youtube.com/watch?v=q3CuJbpD… #NIHERST #WaterQuality
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Happy Indian Arrival Day from the Board, Management and Staff of NIHERST. May we continue to celebrate the diversity and cultural heritage that unite us as a nation, whileĀ honouringĀ the enduring contributions of the East Indian community to Trinidad and Tobago #IndianArrivalDay
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🌿 We congratulate the President of NIHERST, Dr. Fazal Ali, who will moderate discussions at IDB Invest Sustainability Week 2026. We are proud to be a part of this important contribution to regional dialogue on sustainability. Explore here:Ā  idbinvest.org/en/sustainabil… #NIHERST
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⚔ Robots, ideas & future innovators in motion! šŸ¤–āœØ At the FIRST Tech Challenge Scrimmage at Maple Leaf International School, students designed, tested & refined robots ahead of competition President NIHERST Dr. Fazal Ali and Governor Nakita Patterson engaged as mentors.
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šŸš€ NIHERST joined stakeholders at the launch of Bmobile’s FLIP 2026, empowering youth through digital skills, robotics & innovation. šŸ’”šŸ¤– NIHERST will serve as a delivery partner for the Technology & Innovation and Content Creation modules.
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Have you viewed the Water Quality Testing Video yet? šŸ‘©šŸ½ā€šŸ”¬šŸ§Ŗ Learn about pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen & more. šŸ“¢ Share with your friends, students, or teachers and find out what’s in their water! šŸŽ„ Watch now: bit.ly/WaterQualityTestingVi…
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The Shell NXplorers Awards Ceremony, held in collaboration with NIHERST, celebrated the outstanding achievements of secondary and tertiary students who developed innovative solutions to real-world challenges through the Food–Water–nergy nexus.
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🚨 Science, tech and workplace wellness all in one space? That’s exactly what went down at SM Jaleel’s HSE Fair! šŸ¤–šŸ”¬ NIHERST brought an exciting interactive exhibit experience where staff explored hands-on STEM activities, designed to spark curiosity and encourage learning.
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šŸ”¬Building skills, shaping futures at FLIP 2026 NIHERST joined national stakeholders at Bmobile’s Future Leaders Internship Programme (FLIP) launch.
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Great weatherā˜€ļø, curious minds 🧠, community spirit šŸ¤, over 22 schools and approximately 800 attendees powered by Science, Technology & InnovationšŸ”¬āš™ļøā€” the NIHERST Science Fair hosted by the Point Fortin Borough Corporation and supported by Atlantic LNG was everything & more!šŸš€
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🌊 Explore the Water Quality Testing Educational Video This FREE educational resource is now available, giving students and educators an engaging look at the science behind water quality testing. Watch, learn and share: youtube.com/watch?v=q3CuJbpD…

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šŸšŒšŸ”¬ See the Science Bus through our students’ eyes! šŸ‘€ We recently stopped by St. George’s CollegeĀ for a dynamic day filled with hands‑on STREAM activities, sparking curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. šŸ‘‰ Don’t miss out—sign up your school for a Science Bus visit!
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šŸš€ NIHERST Board in Action Today, members of the NIHERST Board visited the Atlantic Future Skills Centre, a vibrant STEM innovation hub developed in partnership with NIHERST. Learn more: niherst.gov.tt/scipop/AFSC.h…
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A little challenge, a little teamwork, and plenty of fun 🧠✨ NIHERST was invited to participateĀ in Lake Asphalt’s HSE Week ā€œTech Day,ā€ where staff enjoyed interactive experiences, challenges and activities designed to encourage workplace connection. #NIHERST #Innovation #STEM
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40 schools. 1,200 students. Big energy.Ā Big ideas. šŸ’§ NIHERST was excited to be part of WASA’s Youth Water & Utilities Symposium 2026. Through interactive demos and hands-on activities, students got the chance to explore science,Ā mathĀ and engineering learning tools. #STEM
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šŸŽ“āœØ What makes a Career Day truly exciting? Hearing directly from professionals who bring real‑world insight and practical guidance to the conversation! Students at Saraswati Girls’ Hindu CollegeĀ had an engaging and inspiring experience learning from Shell professionals.
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