How three young innovators earned gold and silver with breakthrough solutions for sleep science, virus-combatting microchips, and marine sustainability
In an extraordinary show of talent and creativity, Pakistani rising students made history at the Asian Science Camp 2025, bringing home two gold medals and one silver for their forward-thinking scientific innovations. This achievement marks one of Pakistan’s strongest international performances in science and technology to date and highlights the nation’s future leaders in research and innovation.
Gold Medal Winners Pakistani Rising
Ali Afzal Muhammad – Innovating Sleep for Better Health
Ali Afzal Muhammad, representing Khyber Medical College, Peshawar, clinched a gold medal in the Innovation and Technology category. His invention, called the “Sleep Pod,” is a revolutionary device that simulates the effects of a full ten-hour sleep cycle in only two hours.
The Sleep Pod has major potential for improving health outcomes, boosting productivity, and transforming how people approach rest, especially in fast-paced and demanding environments.
Malik Shahabuddin Syed – Championing Marine Sustainability
From Bolan Medical College, Malik Shahabuddin Syed also earned gold, this time in the Sustainability category. His work focused on marine ecosystem protection, where he proposed three practical and scientifically grounded solutions to preserve ocean health and biodiversity.
Such innovations are vital as climate change and pollution continue to threaten aquatic life and coastal communities around the world.
Silver Medal Winner
Hasher Ishaq – Virus-Neutralizing Microchip Pioneer
Hasher Ishaq, representing NUST, secured a silver medal for his groundbreaking conceptual design of a virus-neutralizing microchip. The concept proposes a microchip that, once introduced into the human body, could activate the immune system to detect and neutralize viruses.
This visionary idea holds significant implications for future health technologies and advanced disease-prevention strategies.
Beyond Medals: A Platform for Global Science
The Asian Science Camp is more than just a competition. It is a platform where young scientists from across Asia share ideas, attend workshops with world-renowned experts, and explore real-world scientific challenges.
Participants engage in lectures by Nobel Laureates and network with peers to foster collaboration across borders.
This year’s edition brought together students from more than fifty countries, and Pakistan’s delegation stood out not only for medal wins but also for the innovative spirit and real-world relevance of their projects.
This success is a source of national pride and a testament to the growing strength of Pakistan’s scientific ecosystem. The award-winning projects demonstrate how young innovators are tackling real global problems, from environmental conservation to health challenges and advanced technology.
The achievements at the Asian Science Camp 2025 serve as an inspiration for students nationwide, encouraging a new generation to dream bigger, innovate smarter, and contribute meaningfully to humanity’s greatest challenges.