Saudi Students Shine at International Science and Engineering Competitions
Saudi Education Minister Yousef Al-Benyan has congratulated King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the outstanding achievements of Saudi students at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair 2024 and International Inventions, Innovations, Technology Competition and Exhibition 2024.
National Triumph at ISEF 2024 and ITEX 2024
In a remarkable national triumph, male and female students from Saudi Arabia excelled at the ISEF 2024 and ITEX 2024, bringing home a total of 114 medals. The ISEF 2024 took place from May 10-17 in Los Angeles, US, while ITEX 2024 was held from May 16-17 in Malaysia.
Global Excellence in Education
Minister Al-Benyan emphasized that the exceptional performance of the students is a testament to the commitment to education under the Saudi leadership in pursuit of global excellence.
Recognition and Appreciation
The minister extended his gratitude and congratulations to the students, their families, teachers, and education partners who played a crucial role in motivating and enhancing their capabilities. Special mention was made of the King Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity, Tuwaiq Academy, and Misk Schools.
Notable Achievements at ISEF 2024
Saudi students excelled at ISEF 2024, winning 27 awards including individual and grand awards. Standout winners include Hamad Al-Husseini and Abeer Al-Yousef, who secured second-place awards in the energy and chemistry categories. The team also won numerous third and fourth-place awards across various categories.
Success at ITEX 2024
At ITEX 2024 in Malaysia, Saudi students received 87 gold and silver medals across 48 projects. Major prize winners included Lamia Al-Otaibi, Mohammed Abu Ghandar, and Al-Sadeem Al-Odaibi. Gold medals were awarded to students from different regions and institutions, while silver medals were also well-deserved by students from various education departments and academies.