Apply: Pre-University Track | NanoTRIZ Innovation Institute

NanoTRIZ Research Scholar Program — Pre-University Track

This program is intended for motivated students in their final years of secondary school (university students should apply to the University Track) seeking to develop a verifiable academic portfolio through structured, mentored research within the NanoTRIZ Innovation Institute (Australia).

Applications are reviewed by the Founding Director, with shortlisted applicants invited to a short online interview, which a parent or guardian may attend.

Project outputs (for example a literature review, research report, proposal, poster or short video) are not predefined and will be determined following admission, based on each student’s readiness, interests, and demonstrated capability.

1. Student Information

First name

Last name

Phone number

Date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY)

Month

Day

Year

City & Country of Residence

Current School / Institution

Current Year Level / Grade

Expected Graduation Year

2. Parent / Guardian Information

If the applicant is under 18, parent/guardian involvement is required prior to admission.

Is the applicant under 18?

Yes

(If Yes, please complete the following)

Parent / Guardian Full Name

Parent / Guardian Email

Parent / Guardian Phone Number

Relationship to Student

3. Academic Direction & Motivation

This section is used to assess intellectual curiosity, clarity of thinking, and readiness for structured academic work.

1. Research Interests: What scientific, technological, or analytical topics are you most interested in, and why? Briefly describe a specific problem, idea, or question you would like to explore. (Max 150 words)

Motivation & Goals: Why are you applying to the Pre-University Track, and what do you aim to achieve during the program? (Max 150 words)

4. Supporting Materials (Optional but Recommended)

CV / Resume (PDF upload) Academic Transcript / Grade Report (PDF upload)

Portfolio Links (URL) (e.g., GitHub, Google Drive, personal website, research or project work)

5. Acknowledgements & Academic Integrity

Please confirm the following:

I understand that NanoTRIZ is an independent, non-accredited program and does not award formal higher education qualifications

I understand that participation does not guarantee university admission, scholarships, publication acceptance, patents, or any future role or designation.

I agree to uphold academic integrity, including the responsible and transparent use of AI tools as guided by mentors.

I understand that all submitted work must be my own intellectual effort, and that NanoTRIZ does not provide ghostwriting or authorship services.

(If under 18) If admitted, I understand that a formal Parent/Guardian Consent Form must be completed before enrolment is finalised.