The Ministry of Education has dispatched a team of four students and two supervising teachers to participate in The 13th Regional Congress Search for SEAMEO Young Scientists Programme 2024, held in Penang, Malaysia, from June 10 to 14.
Organised by the SEAMEO Regional Centre for Education in Science and Mathematics (SEAMEO RECSAM), the event aims to foster curiosity and innovation among students from SEAMEO member countries.
The theme of this year’s programme, “Youth for One Health through STEM Innovations,” underscores the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in addressing global health challenges. Two projects have been selected for presentation at the congress: “Tackling Gadgets Addiction in Strengthening One Health for Youth in Increasingly Challenging 21st Century Era” from Masin Secondary School and “Eggradicate: A Hypochlorous Acid Bio-Decontamination Process” from Berakas Secondary School.
Accompanying the students are Education Officers from Masin Secondary School Kassim bin Haji Abdul Gani and Berakas Secondary School’s Nurathirah binti Yahya. Additionally, Education Officer from the Science, Technology, and Environment Partnership Centre (STEP Centre) Nurul Fathiah binti Brahim @ Haji Ibrahim is part of the delegation.
The programme’s itinerary includes project exhibition evaluations, workshops for teachers and students, career talks, and educational games with a STEM focus. Participants will also have the opportunity to join a tour of Penang at the conclusion of the programme.
This initiative reflects Brunei’s commitment to promoting youth participation in science and technology, fostering research and innovation, and building connections with educators and students across the Southeast Asian region. – ADIB NOOR
