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Pakistani students achieved a historic milestone at the Asian Science Camp (ASC) 2025 in Thailand, earning two gold medals and one silver. This marks Pakistan’s most successful showing ever in an international science competition.
The Pakistan Science Foundation chose an eight-member team after a competitive national process that included written tests and interviews. Over six days, these young scientists connected with Nobel Laureates and leading researchers through sessions, lectures, and discussions, showcasing their talents on a global stage.
Ali Afzaal Muhammad from Khyber Medical College Peshawar claimed a gold medal in Innovation and Technology for his project titled “Sleep 10 Hours in 2.” His design of a futuristic sleep pod employing scientific methods aimed at enhancing sleep quality and decreasing sleep time received wide acclaim.
Malik Shahabuddin Syed of Bolan Medical College, Quetta, also secured a gold in the Sustainability category with his project, “Turn the Tide for Ocean Life,” presenting three strategies to protect and restore ocean ecosystems amid growing concerns about marine degradation.
Muhammad Hashir Ishaq from NUST – School of Health Sciences earned a silver medal for his initiative, “Biological Firewall: A Vision of a Better Future,” which proposed a microchip that detects viruses and triggers immune responses in real time, addressing global health issues.
Additionally, Ahmad Faseeh from Shalamar Medical College Lahore received an honorary mention in Innovation and Technology for his development of a sub-dermal biosensor capable of continuous blood monitoring.
The camp concluded with a poster competition among 50 international teams, where the top ten projects advanced to the final round, vying for gold, silver, and bronze medals. Pakistani students shone brightly among participants from across Asia.
Led by Syeda Rehana Batool, Principal Scientific Officer at the Pakistan Science Foundation and the Ministry of Science and Technology, the team’s performance was praised as exceptional and a matter of national pride. Rehana Batool emphasized that Pakistan’s students made the country proud through their innovation, intellect, and dedication.
The Asian Science Camp provided a platform for young scientists to demonstrate their capabilities, gain knowledge from global leaders, and suggest solutions for worldwide challenges. Pakistan’s impressive results this year underline not only the scientific promise of its youth but also the strengthening of the country’s science education initiatives.
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