Debra Castles
11 November, 2024
Schools

Impressive presentation by St Colmans pupils impresses Matrix panel

Two young innovators, Ronan Scullion and Laochra Hill from St. Colman's College, Newry, recently presented their BT Young Scientist Awards entry to Matrix industry leaders.

L-R Robert Hill (Matrix Chair) Ronan Scullion,  Pauline Crowl (St Colman’s, teacher), Laochra Hill and Helen Doherty (St Colman’s, VP)

The pupils presented their innovative solution to the Lough Neagh blue green algae challenge, sparking a valuable discussion on the commercialisation of solutions for the Lough. 

They will be going forward to present their findings at the BTYSTE 2025 Exhibition on the 8th – 10th January at the RDS in Dublin. 

The Matrix panel wished the boys every success in the next round of the competition after a well received and confident presentation and lively Question and Answers session.   

Laochra Hill, St Colmans
Laochra Hill, St Colmans Credit: Brian Thompson photography
Ronan Scullion, St Colmans
Ronan Scullion, St Colmans Credit: Brian Thompson photography
Laochra Hill and Ronan Scullion, St Colmans, mid presentation
Laochra Hill and Ronan Scullion, St Colmans, mid presentation Credit: Brian Thompson photography
Matrix panel members listen intently
Matrix panel members listen intently Credit: Brian Thompson photography
Robert Hill (Centre) Matrix, Chair congratulates the pupils
Robert Hill (Centre) Matrix, Chair congratulates the pupils Credit: Brian Thompson photography