Saudi Arabia's Science and Engineering Team Wins 24 Awards at ISEF 2026

Here's what it means for you.
Saudi Arabia's impressive performance at ISEF 2026 highlights its commitment to fostering scientific talent and innovation.
What happened
The Saudi Arabia Science and Engineering Team achieved remarkable success at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2026, securing 24 international awards and maintaining its second-place ranking globally for the third consecutive year. The team, consisting of 40 students, showcased their innovative projects against over 1,700 competitors from 70 countries.
The Context
- Saudi Arabia has participated in ISEF annually since 2007.
- The team was selected from over 357,000 students nationwide.
- KACST introduced special awards for outstanding projects at this year's event.
Takeaway
Saudi Arabia's continued success at ISEF underscores its growing influence in global scientific research and innovation.
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