The 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 announces that, starting from 1 January 2026, applications will open for the sixth season of the Scientific Photography Competition to select the best scientific photographs of 2026. This comes within the framework of the Academy’s role in supporting the dissemination of scientific culture and enhancing communication between science and society.

The 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 terms and regulations of the competition through the Academy’s official website:
[www.asrt.sci.eg](http://www.asrt.sci.eg)

**Application Period:**
From 1 January 2026 to 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 during their work in laboratories or in the field.

**Participation ????:**
The photographs must be original and taken by the participant.
The original metadata file (EXIF Data) must be attached for each image.
The use of generative artificial intelligence is not permitted, while minor technical enhancements that do not affect the scientific phenomenon are allowed.
A precise scientific description must be provided for each image, ranging from 30 to 100 words.
Commitment to scientific ethics and avoiding harm to living organisms or the environment.
There are no fees to participate in the competition.
The participant agrees to grant the Academy the right to use the images 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

Please upload the images and complete the participation form through the following link:
[http://eforms.asrt.sci.eg/Photography/create](http://eforms.asrt.sci.eg/Photography/create)