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Global STEM Leaders Unite for Innovation and Inspiration

9/10/2025

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Iranian scientist Vahhab Mirrokni received the 6th Mustafa Prize for his work in information and communication technologies, sharing the honor with colleagues from Turkey and India.
The Mustafa Prize grants USD 500,000 to leading researchers in the Islamic world for notable scientific advancements.
In Cambodia, Nobel laureate Konstantin Novoselov plans to create an institution for science and technology training, promoting collaboration with Singapore.
Novoselov's visit focused on improving Cambodia's STEM education and implementing project-based learning in schools.
Canadian physicist Donna Strickland will speak at Barnard College to inspire young women in STEM through her experiences.

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Iranian scientist Vahhab Mirrokni received the 6th Mustafa Prize for his work in information and communication technologies, sharing the honor with colleagues from Turkey and India.
The Mustafa Prize grants USD 500,000 to leading researchers in the Islamic world for notable scientific advancements.
In Cambodia, Nobel laureate Konstantin Novoselov plans to create an institution for science and technology training, promoting collaboration with Singapore.
Novoselov's visit focused on improving Cambodia's STEM education and implementing project-based learning in schools.
Canadian physicist Donna Strickland will speak at Barnard College to inspire young women in STEM through her experiences.