Less Than 23 Days to Go Until Science Castle Asia 2026!

The countdown has begun. With less than 23 days remaining, Science Castle Asia 2026 is set to welcome hundreds of young researchers, educators, scientists, and industry leaders from across Asia for two exciting days of scientific discovery, innovation, and collaboration. The conference will take place on 22 to 23 August 2026 at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Nilai, Negeri Sembilan.

Organised by Leave a Nest Malaysia in collaboration with Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Science Castle Asia has become one of the region's leading platforms for secondary and high school students to present their research, exchange ideas with peers from different countries, and receive valuable feedback from researchers and industry professionals.

22/8/2026 (Saturday)
Time	Agenda
8:30-9:30	Day 1 Registration	Booth Exhibition
9:15-9:30	VIP Arrivals @ Holding Room
9:30-9:45	Opening ceremony starts (Emcee Remarks)
9:45-10:00	Opening Remarks by Leave a Nest
10:00-10:15	Officiating Remarks by Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)
10:15-11:00	Opening Ceremony & FKAB 10th Anniversary Launch Gimmick
11:00-11:15	Keynote Speech by Space Experts
11:15-11:30	VIP Visit to the Poster and Exhibition Area
11:30-12:30	Short Break + Networking Session
12:30-14:00	Lunch
14:00-14:15	Emcee Remarks
14:15-15:15	Poster Presentation (Odd)
15:15-16:15	Poster Presentation (Even)
16:15~	Day 1 Reflection

The conference will officially commence on Saturday, 22 August, with an Opening Ceremony featuring welcoming remarks from Leave a Nest Malaysia and USIM, followed by a special launch ceremony celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment (FKAB), USIM. Participants will also have the opportunity to hear from distinguished experts during the keynote session before exploring student research exhibitions and networking with fellow participants throughout the day.

In the afternoon, students will present their research through poster presentations, where they will engage directly with judges from academia and industry. Running alongside the presentations will be the Partner Booth Exhibition, allowing visitors and participants to discover cutting edge technologies, educational opportunities, and innovations showcased by Science Castle Asia's partners.

23/8/2026 (Sunday)
Time	Agenda
8:30-9:30	Day 2 Registration	Booth Exhibition
9:30-9:35	Emcee Remarks
9:35-9:50	Partners Remarks
9:50-10:00	Head Oral Judge's Remarks
10:00-10:05	Short Break
10:05-12:30	Oral Presentation
12:30-14:00	Lunch Break
14:00-16:30	Students Workshop Session
16:30-18:00	Closing Ceremony
18:00~	Adjourn

The excitement continues on Sunday, 23 August, with the Oral Presentation sessions, where selected student teams will present their research to an international panel of judges. The afternoon will feature interactive workshops conducted by Science Castle Asia's partners, providing students with hands-on learning experiences and opportunities to explore emerging technologies beyond the classroom.

The conference will conclude with the Closing Ceremony, where outstanding student research projects will be recognised through various awards presented by Science Castle Asia and its supporting partners. These awards celebrate not only scientific excellence but also creativity, collaboration, and the passion to solve real-world challenges through research.

This year's conference is made possible through the strong support of our partners from academia, industry, and government, all of whom share a common vision of empowering the next generation of innovators. Together, they create an environment where students can learn from experienced researchers, build meaningful connections, and discover how science can be translated into solutions that benefit society.

Whether you are a student, educator, parent, researcher, or simply passionate about science and innovation, Science Castle Asia 2026 promises an inspiring experience filled with groundbreaking student research, engaging keynote sessions, interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and technology exhibitions.

We warmly invite high school students, teachers, parents, and members of the public, especially those from Cyberjaya, Putrajaya, Klang Valley, and Negeri Sembilan, to join us as visitors and witness the creativity and innovation of Asia's next generation of scientists.

📅 Date: 22 to 23 August 2026
📍 Venue: Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Nilai, Negeri Sembilan

Register as a visitor today at https://linktr.ee/sciencecastle and be part of this exciting celebration of science, innovation, and collaboration. We look forward to welcoming you to Science Castle Asia 2026!