Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, the 11th Kuwait Science and Engineering Competition (KSEC) concluded Monday, showcasing Kuwait's brightest young scientific talent. Former Foreign Minister Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Sabah, representing the patron, hailed the event as "a distinguished national scientific achievement" reflecting Kuwait's commitment to nurturing future leaders.

Key Highlights:

1. Leadership Statements

   • Sheikh Dr. Ahmad praised participants' "exceptional creative capabilities" to lead future development

   • Emphasized all students as winners for contributing to Kuwait's progress under His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

   • Thanked Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) for support

2. Competition Results

   • Grand Prize (Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Award for Scientific Research 2025):
     Khalid Al-Juma'a and Mohammed Al-Dhabian (Ahmed Mishari Al-Adwani School) - "Farewell to Oil Well Explosions" project

   • Second Place: Adnan Al-Otaibi and Mohammed Al-Hassawi (Gifted Academy) - "Smart Farm"

   • Third Place: Waash Al-Rajeeb and Nawal Malallah (Mishrif Secondary School) - "Neu" project

3. Organizational Recognition

   • Scientific Club Chairman Talal Al-Kharafi commended:
     ✓ Judges' voluntary professional evaluations
     ✓ 22 diverse scientific categories including rare behavioral sciences field
     ✓ Strategic partners: Kuwait University, KISR, PAAET, and EQUATE

Notable Features:

• 11th edition featured unprecedented participation across STEM fields

• Special recognition given to administrative volunteers and parents

• Competition aligns with Kuwait's Vision 2035 human capital development goals