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Barnama
5 days ago
- Science
- Barnama
Saudi's Education Ministry Participates In ITEX 2025 Exhibition In Malaysia
RIYADH, May 30 (Bernama-SPA) -- The Saudi's Education Ministry is participating in the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX 2025), which is being held in the Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur, from May 29 to 31. The ministry's participation includes 20 high school students who are inventors and innovators, having qualified through the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity (Ibdaa), Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. They will compete in the accompanying World Young Inventors Exhibition (WYIE). bootstrap slideshow The Saudi team will showcase their innovative projects in the fields of technology and invention. These projects reflect the students' application of higher-order thinking skills and problem-solving through research and innovation. The exhibition also provides an opportunity for them to exchange expertise with leading young minds from around the world and learn from inspiring experiences in a creative, scientific environment that fosters their abilities, skills, and talents. The ministry's participation in this scientific event aligns with its commitment to supporting innovation and scientific creativity, nurturing the skills of talented students in the fields of innovation, scientific research, and entrepreneurship. It aims to empower and motivate students to develop their projects into marketable products, while also enhancing their competitiveness in global exhibitions, according to SPA. This effort contributes to enhancing an educational environment that fosters creativity and innovation, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Arab News
09-05-2025
- Science
- Arab News
Saudi science and engineering team heads to US for ISEF 2025 competition
RIYADH: A Saudi science and engineering team left the Kingdom today, heading to Columbus, Ohio to compete at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair 2025, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The event, the world's largest scientific platform for research and innovative projects for pre-university students, will take place May 10–16, with the participation of more than 1,700 students representing 70 countries. According to SPA, the Kingdom, represented by Mawhiba and the Ministry of Education, has participated annually in this fair since 2007, winning 160 awards in total — 110 grand prizes and 50 special prizes. The Saudi team includes 40 students participating in distinguished projects in promising scientific fields, selected from among the top winners of the grand prizes in the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity, or Ibdaa 2025. These finalists were chosen from a competitive pool of 200 students whose projects qualified for the last round of the Olympiad, which is one of 20 programs that Mawhiba offers annually for gifted students. In late 2024, the organizing body of ISEF announced an increase in the number of Saudi projects participating in the 2025 fair to 40, up from 35 in previous editions. Engineer Anas Al-Hunaihan, director of research programs and innovation development at Mawhiba, explained that three key factors contributed to this expanded participation were: 'The demonstrated excellence of Saudi projects at past international competitions, significant growth in the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity registration numbers, and broader student engagement in both regional and central educational exhibitions throughout the Kingdom.' According to SPA, more than 291,000 students registered for Ibdaa 2025, submitting 23,000 projects across 22 scientific categories. These projects underwent competition and selection through various stages to advance to the Ibdaa Science and Engineering Fair, which was hosted by Imam Mohammed bin Saud Islamic University in Riyadh last February. Prior to their departure, the team members completed comprehensive training regimens spanning an entire year implemented by Mawhiba, aimed at developing their scientific and research skills and preparing them to represent the Kingdom in global forums.
Leaders
07-05-2025
- Science
- Leaders
Saudi Science and Engineering Team Heads to US for ISEF 2025
The Saudi Science and Engineering Team will travel to Ohio, the US, on Friday to participate in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF 2025), reported the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Running from May 10-16, 2025, ISEF 2025 will see the participation of 1,700 students from 70 countries. The Saudi Science and Engineering Team will include 40 students, selected from more than 291,000 participants in the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity 'Ibdaa,' with 23,000 research projects across 22 scientific fields. Saudi Arabia's participation in ISEF is supported by the Saudi Ministry of Education and the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba). Since 2007, the Kingdom has been an active participant in ISEF, the largest global competitive scientific forum for high school students in the fields of science and engineering. In the previous editions of ISEF, Saudi students secured 160 awards, including 110 grand awards and 50 special awards. At ISEF 2024, the Saudi Science and Engineering Team claimed 27 awards, including 18 grand awards and 9 special awards. Students participating in ISEF undergo an intensive training and preparation process through Mawhiba programs to enhance their scientific and research skills and qualify them for participation. Short link : Post Views: 10
Sharjah 24
16-02-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
SSSD launches printing workshop for productive families
Successful project Maryam Al Hammadi, Director of the " Intaj " Centre, expressed her optimism about the success of this project, as it is in line with the talents of productive families, especially the Ibdaa package. Training She explained that the centre trained families who are members of the centre in the Ibdaa package, which is concerned with handicrafts, on how to print by a specialised training team. The first phase began with training on how to use printing devices and place designs on them. The second phase came with marketing this service through the department's platforms. The third phase is currently being implemented, which is concerned with receiving requests from institutions, departments, companies, and others. Goal As for the goal of the printing workshop, it is, according to Al Hammadi, to develop the skills of productive families and teach them new skills that are in line with fashion, develop their creativity, and take them out of the traditional mold, noting that many modern and innovative initiatives and projects will be implemented soon and will see the light soon as part of the 2025-2027 strategy.
See - Sada Elbalad
11-02-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
ICESCO Reviews It's Cultural Achievements
Mohamed Mandour Dr. Mohamed Zine El Abidine, Head of ICESCO's Culture Sector at the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), gave an address during the 19th Meeting of the Consultative Council for Cultural Development in the Islamic World, held by ICESCO in partnership with the Saudi Ministry of Culture in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In this regard, Dr. Zine El Abidine presented the Organization's report on its achievements in culture, which included a set of successful initiatives aimed at promoting cultural affairs in its Member States, notably ICESCO's Initiative on Cultural Rights and the Right to Culture in the Islamic World, which contributed to securing 21 programs for ten African Member States, with the number of beneficiaries reaching 1,000. Moreover, he highlighted ICESCO's Creative Intelligence Incubator, 'Ibdaa,' which mentored young entrepreneurs across various cultural fields and supported 100 startup projects. He also announced the establishment of two new specialized centers: the Center for Calligraphy and Manuscripts and the Center for Poetry and Literature. Additionally, Dr. Zine El Abidine reviewed ICESCO's Culture Capital program, which celebrates Marrakech, Shusha, and Benghazi for their rich cultural heritage within the Islamic world. In conclusion, Dr. Zine El Abidine stressed that the Organization's efforts in the cultural field align with its 'Paths towards the Future' program, serving as a model for Member States to foster innovation and solidify culture as a foundational pillar. The Consultative Council for Cultural Development in the Islamic World is convened to review the agenda, draft resolutions, and documents to be presented at the 13th Conference of Ministers of Culture in the Islamic World, scheduled for February 12–13 in Jeddah.
