📢 FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT | PEREKA 2026

Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), through the Borneo Festival of Ideas, is pleased to announce the return of Pertandingan Rekacipta (PEREKA) 2026 with the theme:

“Transforming Ideas Into Impact”

📅 13 – 14 October 2026
📍 Kompleks Dewan Kuliah Pusat Ke-2, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)

PEREKA 2026 serves as a platform for researchers, innovators, academics, students, industry players, and international participants to showcase innovative products, research findings, and impactful solutions across multidisciplinary fields.

Competition Categories

🔹 Engineering & Technology (EAT)
🔹 Environmental & Applied Sciences (EAS)
🔹 Medicine & Life Sciences (MLS)
🔹 Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities (ASH)

Important Dates

🗓️ Early Bird Registration: 11 May – 14 August 2026
🗓️ Registration & Submission: 13 – 14 September 2026
🗓️ Briefing Session: 18 September 2026
🗓️ Judging Session: 13 October 2026
🗓️ Announcement of Winners & Award Ceremony: 14 October 2026

Participants will have the opportunity to gain professional recognition, expand collaborative networks, and compete for medals, certificates, and special awards.

📌 Registration Link:
https://shorturl.at/mBxB5

For further information, please contact the secretariat as stated in the official poster.

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