UNESCO Beruniy Prize for Ethical AI Research
UNESCO has opened nominations for the UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy International Prize, a new global award recognizing outstanding scientific research on the ethics of artificial intelligence (AI). Established in partnership with the government of Uzbekistan, the prize aims to promote ethical AI development, foster international cooperation, and encourage scientific excellence in this rapidly evolving field. Named after […]
Young Scientists Festival Hosts International Representatives of the Frontier Countries in Knowledge-based Technology
The Young Scientists Festival (YSF) hosted a meeting at the University of Tehran Foundation on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The event, organized by YSF, aimed to introduce activities and initiatives of the festival to the representative of the countries with a great success record in transforming science to technology. Focusing on strategies to strengthen scientific […]
Promoting Environmental Responsibility Through Knowledge Exchange and Creative Collaboration
Young Scientists Festival and CHIAMOD Collaborate On May 6, 2024, Ms. Khatoon Shahabazi, CEO of CHIAMOD, met with the Young Scientists Festival to explore collaborations at the intersection of creative industries, environmental science, and sustainable development. Chiamod Institute, recognized as an Iranian promoter of sustainable fashion and zero waste principles, plays a leading role in […]
Professor Shahrbano Oryan: The First Guest of “prominent figures in Basic sciences and Technology”
The Journey into Great Minds On May 9, 2025, Professor Shahrbano Oryan, a distinguished figure in animal physiology, was welcomed at the Basic Sciences and Technology UNESCO Club. The event, highlighted Professor Oryan’s remarkable journey in science, from beginning her education at age five to earning her PhD from the University of Sheffield in the […]
Call for Entries: “Galaxy Girls” Photography Competition
A celestial opportunity for girls passionate about astronomy To the brilliant girls of Iran, The Young Scientists Festival, in partnership with UNESCO Basic Sciences & Technology Club, proudly announces the “Galaxy Girls” photography competition to celebrate National Girls’ Day* and National Astronomy Week. Competition Theme: “Girls Stargazing” – Capture creative images of: Night skies […]
A Night with the Stars: The Fragrance of Astronomy Spreads to Tehran
According to the Public Relations Department of the Young Scholars and Scientists Festival, the “Night with the Stars” event was held on the occasion of World Astronomy Week, with the aim of promoting science and with the efforts of the Young Scholars and Scientists Festival, in Tehran, with the presence of experts and tools related […]
The True Story of Facebook’s Bob and Alice Robots | Why Did Artificial Intelligence Create Its Own Language?
When Technology Outpaces Our Understanding In 2017, a strange incident in the world of artificial intelligence shocked the world. Facebook, as one of the world’s technology giants, designed two conversational robots named “Bob” and “Alice” that could talk to humans, give logical answers, and even have simulated body language. But after a while, these two […]
The secret of the circular lands of Arabia
Saudi Arabia is a desert country with a hot and dry climate, with more than 95 percent of its land covered by deserts and barren deserts. There are no permanent rivers in the country and the average annual rainfall is only about four inches (100 mm). Despite these harsh natural conditions, Saudi Arabia has managed […]
Why are there 24 hours in a day and 60 minutes in an hour?
Why do we use the decimal number system (base 10)? Today, the decimal number system (base 10) is accepted as the global standard due to its ease of counting with the fingers. However, in the past, ancient civilizations used different number systems such as base 12 and base 60 for mathematical calculations and time measurement. […]
How Do Rockets Launch Into Space and How Do Satellites Stay in Orbit?
Humanity’s incredible progress in aerospace engineering has made it possible to launch satellites and spacecraft into space with increasing precision. But how exactly do rockets work? Why do they require so much fuel? And how do satellites stay in orbit around Earth? In this article, we’ll explore the science behind rocket launches, propulsion systems, and […]