Academy of Scientific Research and Technology Opens Applications for the Sixth Season of the Scientific Photography Competition 2026

     The Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT) announces that, starting 1 January 2026, applications will open for the sixth season of the Scientific Photography Competition to select the best scientific photographs of 2026, as part of the Academy’s role in promoting scientific culture and strengthening communication between science and society.

This competition is the first of its kind organized by the Academy through the Scientific and Cultural Relations Sector. The Academy invites all those interested in scientific photography to participate and to review the competition’s terms and conditions via the Academy’s official website:
www.asrt.sci.eg

Application Period:

From 1 January 2026 until 28 February 2026

Competition Categories:

• Hidden Worlds: Microscopic images revealing details invisible to the naked eye.
• Our Changing Planet: Climate change, biodiversity, and geological phenomena, in line with Egypt Vision 2030.
• Symphony of Life: Documenting the behavior of living organisms and their environmental interactions.
• Space and the Universe: Astronomical phenomena, stars, and space technology applications.
• Engineering and Innovation: Sustainable architecture, robotics, and modern technological applications.
• People of Science: Documenting scientists and researchers at work in laboratories or in the field.

Participation Conditions:

• Submitted photos must be original and taken by the participant.
• The original metadata file (EXIF data) must be attached for each photo.
• Generative artificial intelligence is not allowed; only minor technical enhancements that do not affect the scientific phenomenon are permitted.
• A precise scientific description must be provided for each photo (30–100 words).
• Commitment to scientific ethics, ensuring no harm to living organisms or the environment.
• No participation fees are required.
• Participants agree to grant the Academy the right to use the submitted photos for its scientific and cultural purposes.

Awards:

Valuable cash prizes will be awarded to winners in each category:

• First Place: EGP 20,000
• Second Place: EGP 15,000
• Third Place: EGP 10,000

Submission:

Please upload photos and complete the participation form via the following link:
http://eforms.asrt.sci.eg/Photography/create