Omani students shine at global science fair in US

Omani students shine at global science fair in US

Muscat – Students from Oman showcased exceptional talents at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), which was held in Dallas, US, from May 13 to 19.

ISEF, the largest innovation competition for school students worldwide, awarded over US$8mn in prizes across 17 fields with nearly 2,000 participants from various countries.

Oman made its mark with two groundbreaking innovations.

Dohat Al-Adab School secured fourth place in environmental engineering with their innovation ‘Utilising animal bones for 3D printer filaments’.

Al-Amal School for Basic Education achieved remarkable success in biomedicine, earning a financial scholarship at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals and a grant from Sigma Xi.

Their research will be published in Sigma Xi’s scientific journal and presented at the International Forum for Scientific Research in November this year.

ISEF is a renowned international science fair held annually in the US, attracting pre-university students worldwide.

It nurtures talents in scientific fields, including engineering design, mathematics, and technology. Oman’s active involvement reflects the Ministry of Education’s commitment to advancing students and providing opportunities for engagement in scientific forums.

Mariam al Rahbia, an 11th-grade student of Dohat Al-Adab School, felt honoured to be able to represent Oman in that global event. Their project aimed to reduce plastic usage by converting