The International Cosmic Day 2025 (ICD2025) booklet has recently been published, highlighting the work of students around the world who participated in this global science outreach event. Among the many contributions featured in the booklet is work from Skyline College students participating in the SIREN program. It can be accessed from https://syncandshare.desy.de/index.php/s/RWEsT4krE4oaT4B
Skyline’s contribution appears on page 135 of the booklet and presents results from students who participated in SIREN in Summer 2025. These results were originally shared during the International Cosmic Day 2025 event, where students discussed their findings with peers and researchers from institutions across the globe. The publication of the booklet provides a lasting record of the students’ work and highlights their participation in this international scientific collaboration.
The ICD booklet is also a great opportunity to explore the wide range of experiments conducted by student teams worldwide. Each year, students investigate cosmic rays using particle detectors, analyze their data, and compare results with other groups during the global event. The collection of reports demonstrates the creativity and scientific curiosity of students participating in the program across many different countries.
In addition to the booklet, an article highlighting the global impact of the event, “Young Researchers Across Borders”, has been published in the physics outreach journal Il Nuovo Saggiatore (Vol. 41, No. 5–6, 2025). The article discusses how International Cosmic Day connects students and researchers worldwide through shared scientific investigation and collaboration.
The article can be read online here: https://www.ilnuovosaggiatore.sif.it/issue/78
Through programs like SIREN and events such as International Cosmic Day, Skyline College students continue to engage with the broader scientific community while contributing to international STEM education initiatives.
Applications are now open for SIREN 2026! The Summer Immersion in Research and Experimentation for Next-gen (SIREN) Scientists offers an opportunity to gain valuable research experience and build technical skills and will take place May 26 through June 12. Activities will include hands-on workshops covering Soldering, Arduino, 3D design and printing, Biology Lab Skills, Python programming, Data analysis, AI, Essentials of Nuclear Physics, Research support, Presentations skills and more!
To learn more and apply, go to bit.ly/SIREN2026
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Emilie Hein (heine@smccd.edu)
