Forty talented students have been selected to represent Saudi Arabia at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF 2025), the largest global scientific event for students in science and engineering.
The Ministry of Education and the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) announced the selection via SPA. The students qualified for the national team based on the outcomes of the Science and Engineering Fair: Ibdaa 2025, which is part of the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity.
The number of projects representing Saudi Arabia at ISEF 2025 increased to 40, compared to 35 projects in the previous edition. Since 2007, Saudi Arabia has participated annually in the event, winning 110 grand awards and 50 special awards for a total of 160 awards.
ISEF brings together more than 1,600 students from over 70 countries annually. Projects are evaluated by international scientists and experts, providing pre-university students a platform to compete in research and innovation.
How were the students selected for the Saudi national team for ISEF 2025? The selection of the 40 talented students was based on the results of the Science and Engineering Fair: Ibdaa 2025. This fair is a component of the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity, and the qualified students demonstrated excellence across various technological and scientific fields to earn their place on the national team.
What is the history of Saudi Arabia’s participation in ISEF? Saudi Arabia has participated in ISEF annually since 2007, represented by the Ministry of Education and Mawhiba. Throughout this period, the Kingdom has won a total of 160 awards, which consists of 110 grand awards and 50 special awards.
What are the details regarding the scale and evaluation of ISEF? ISEF is the largest scientific platform for pre-university students, featuring more than 1,600 students from over 70 countries every year. The research and innovation projects submitted to the fair are evaluated by a panel of elite international experts and scientists.