On January 18, 2025, Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU) in Sonapur, Noakhali, hosted the 3rd NSTU National Science Fest 2024, organized by the NSTU Science Club. The event brought together students, teachers, and science lovers from all across Bangladesh to celebrate the fascinating fields of science and technology.
Since its founding in 2006, NSTU has been dedicated to providing top-notch education and fostering research. The festival demonstrated the university’s ongoing commitment to encouraging creativity and innovation, offering a platform for people of all ages to express their ideas and talents.
Special Guests and Speakers:
The event was honored by the presence of distinguished guests, including Dr. Mohammad Ismail, Vice Chancellor of NSTU, and Khandakar Estiaque Ahmed, the Deputy Commissioner of Noakhali. Keynote speakers included Professor Dr. Md. Abdur Rashid from Dhaka University’s Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Professor Md. Akhter Hossain from the Department of Soil, Water, and Environment at DU.
Competitions and Activities:
The festival offered a perfect blend of competitive events and fun activities. Some of the major competitions were:
1. Scientific Poster Presentations
2. 3-Minute Research Idea Presentations
3. Scientific Debates
4. Programming Contests
5. Robot-Line Races
But there was no shortage of excitement in the fun categories too, with activities like:
1. Treasure Hunt
2. E-SportsRubik’s Cube Challenge
3. Solo Checkmate
4. Telescope Viewing
There were also special competitions for younger participants, such as the Science Olympiad and Project Showdown, which gave school and college students the chance to display their innovative science projects.
Recognizing the winners or the wining teams:
3MT Research Idea Presentation: Ikhtiar Ahmed Likhon
Scientific Business Idea Presentation: Taro Chips
Programming Contest: Cyber Catalysts
Rubik’s Cube Winner: Md Jamanur Islam Joy
E-Sports Champion: Mohammad Maruf Islam
Chess Champion: Marjan
Treasure Hunt Winners: Atun Barua and Sabuj Mia
Scientific Documentary Winner: Israt Jahan Shifa
Scientific Olympiad (School): Shahedin Mahmud
Scientific Olympiad (College): Md Abdul Rahim Porosh
Project Showdown (School): AI Project
Project Showdown (College): Our Village is Updated
The event also recognized the efforts of dedicated teachers, including Dr. Marjia Sultana, A.R.M. Mahmudul Hasan Rana, Md Abdul Barek, and Md Monirul Islam, for their significant contributions to science.
Sponsors and Participating Universities:
The festival was supported by Nabab Convention Hall & Restaurant (for food) and Nescafe (for beverages). Participating universities included Dhaka University, Premier University, USTC, Daffodil International University, Jahangirnagar University, Jagannath University, Ahsanullah Science and Technology University, Comilla University, Chittagong University, and BSMRSTU.
The 3rd NSTU National Science Fest 2024 was a huge success, not only as a competitive event but also as a chance for participants to learn, connect, and share their passion for science and technology. The festival was a reminder of the importance of curiosity and creativity in shaping the future of science and innovation.
