ISLAMABAD: The Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has launched a five-day Young Scientists’ Camp to encourage scientific thinking, research skills, and creativity among children.
According to a press release , the camp aims to improve students’ observation, analysis, and problem-solving abilities through hands-on science activities. The goal is to help children become confident, capable, and independent learners.
The camp is being organised by AIOU’s Department of Science Education, under the Faculty of Education, in collaboration with the Pakistan Science Club and the ECO Science Foundation.
The opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Muhammad Tanveer Afzal, Head of the Department of Science Education; Ghulam Abbas from the ECO Science Foundation; Abdul Rauf, Founder and CEO of the Pakistan Science Club; as well as teachers, parents, and many eager young participants.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Afzal said such educational camps spark curiosity and develop scientific thinking in children. He praised Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Nasir Mahmood for providing an interactive and enriching environment for students during the summer break, noting that his leadership has helped shape AIOU into a research-driven institution.
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Ghulam Abbas reaffirmed the ECO Science Foundation’s support for promoting science education so children can grow into future scientists. Abdul Rauf called the camp a “nursery for young scientists,” saying it nurtures children’s natural interest in learning through exploration and experiments.
Children have been divided into two age groups—7 to 9 years and 10 to 15 years—to ensure age-appropriate learning. Participants are actively involved in science experiments, model making, research activities, and creative tasks throughout the week.
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