Question 1

Where is the Brain Bee competition held?

Accepted Answer

Main campus of Emory University. James B Williams Medical Education Building,
100 Woodruff Circle
Atlanta, GA 30322

Question 2

Do you have to attend a Brain Bee workshop in order to compete in the Brain Bee competition?

Accepted Answer

No! The competition is free (except for refundable deposit) and open to any Georgia students ages 13-19.

Question 3

Can I compete in multiple regional Brain Bees?

Accepted Answer

A competitor is only allowed to compete in one state or regional Brain Bee per year.

Question 4

Can I compete in the Atlanta Brain Bee more than once?

Accepted Answer

Yes! As long as you were not a champion of any of the Atlanta Brain Bees, you can compete as many times while you are ages 13-19.

Question 5

If I am the first place winner any year of the Atlanta Brain Bee, can I compete in other years?

Accepted Answer

No. Once you have one the Atlanta Brain Bee you are not eligible to compete again.

Question 6

If I live outside Georgia, can I compete in the Atlanta Brain Bee?

Accepted Answer

Only if you are from one of the states bordering Georgia (Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, or South Carolina) THAT DOES NOT HAVE ITS OWN BRAIN BEE. It is your responsibility to confirm your state is not hosting a Brain Bee.

Question 7

Is parking available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, parking in certain Emory lots or decks is free on the weekend. Closest lot or deck is the Michael Street Parking Deck, located at 550 Houston Mill Road, Atlanta 30322.

Question 8

I am in Middle School - can I participate in the Atlanta Brain Bee events?

Accepted Answer

If you are 13 years old at the time of the event, YES! In fact, we have had 8th graders win the competition! The international nature of the Brain Bee organization dictates the age requirements of 13-19 regardless of stage in school.

Question 9

How do I prepare for the competiton?

Accepted Answer

Competition questions are based on BRAIN FACTS, a primer on the brain and nervous system that is published by SfN and available by free download as a PDF. Free audio podcasts of past editions of Brain Facts are available on iTunesU. You can also register for one or both of our preparatory workshops.

2027 Atlanta Regional Brain Bee

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