In a powerful demonstration of innovation and intellect, Pakistani students emerged as remarkable artists at the 2025 Asian Sciences camp, winning two gold medals and money at the regional event held in Thailand – marking the greatest international success of Pakistan in a scientific competition to date.
The six -day camp has seen the participation of more than 50 countries, with teams presenting innovative projects evaluated by international experts, including scientists winner of the Nobel Prize. The contingent of eight members of Pakistan increased above the competition, impressing both judges and participants with advanced ideas and practical solutions to global challenges.
Ali Afzal Muhammad of the Khyber Medical College, Peshawar, won a gold medal in the “Innovation and Technology” category. Its invention, The Sleep Pod, simulates the effects of a sleep cycle of 10 hours in just two hours, offering potential breakthroughs in health care and productivity.
Also read: The Minister of Defense refutes the claim of the chief IAF of the slaughter of the Pakistani jets
Another gold medal went to Malik Shahabuddin Syed du Bolan Medical College. In competition in the “sustainability” category, he presented three exploitable solutions to protect marine ecosystems, gaining distinctions for both creativity and scientific depth.
Hasher Ishaq, a nust representative, has obtained a silver medal for its conceptual conception of a micropuce which, once within the human body, triggers an immune response to the neutralization of viruses – an innovation hailed for its futuristic medical potential.
In addition, Ahmed Fasih of Shalamar Medical College, Lahore, received an honorary mention in the “Innovation and Technology” category, adding more to the overall success of the delegation.
The team was selected thanks to a national competitive process involving written tests and interviews. The delegation was led by Rehana Batool, a superior officer of Pakistan Science Foundation, who facilitated participation.
The competition presented several laps. Based on 50 international projects, the top 10 was preselected, followed by a last round where the gold and silver medals were awarded.
“It’s a moment of pride for Pakistan. Our young people have shown that they can endure the shoulder with the best minds in Asia,” said a Pakistan Science Foundation official.
Read: The flood washes the major part of KKH
Throughout the camp, participants engaged in workshops, networking sessions and conferences of world renowned scientists and Nobel Prize winners, promoting a cross -border collaboration and inspiration environment.
The Asian Sciences camp, which has been held every year, aims to promote scientific education, innovation and international collaboration between young emerging scientists from the whole continent.
