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Annual Physics Poster Competition III (APPC-III)
APPC-III, organized by the Department of Physics at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), brings together physics students and faculty from universities across Saudi Arabia to share research, exchange ideas, and build collaborations. Following two successful editions (APPC-I and APPC-II), this third edition celebrates emerging researchers with juried awards and fosters pride and motivation across the Kingdom’s physics community, contributing to Saudi Vision 2030. We invite you to present your poster and be a part of the APPC-III.
Who Can Participate:
The competition is open to both male and female undergraduate and graduate students who have conducted research in any area of physics, including but not limited to condensed matter physics, nonlinear physics, high-energy physics, nuclear physics, applied physics, and space physics. The event also offers a valuable networking opportunity for mentors to engage with students and faculty.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Location: Department of Physics, KFUPM, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Awards:
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All presenters will receive certificates of participation and special awards featuring the KFUPM and Department of Physics logos.
Participation Guidelines:
1. Registration: Interested participants are required to register by Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM (KSA time).
2. Abstract Submission: Fill out the form [https://forms.office.com/r/W26bakUjix] and submit your abstract.
3. Poster Specifications: Maximum poster size is 42 inches (width) x 42 inches (height).
Contact Information:
Email: appc@kfupm.edu.sa
Phone: +966 13 860 2255
We look forward to your participation in APPC-III, where your contributions will play a pivotal role in the event's success.
APPC Winners
Graduate Students’ Winner Circle 2026
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Undergraduate Students’ Winner Circle 2026
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APPC FAQ
1. Who can participate?
Both male and female undergraduate and graduate (MS and PhD) students who have conducted research in any area of physics, including but not limited to condensed matter physics, nonlinear physics, high-energy physics, nuclear physics, and applied physics.
2. Do the undergraduate participants also compete against the graduate participants?No, there will be separate competitions among undergraduate and graduate students. Consequently, there will also be separate awards for winners among undergraduate students and winners among graduate students. That is, there are six winners in total, comprising 3 winners at the undergraduate level and 3 winners at the graduate level.
3. Can postdocs/researchers also participate?Currently, only students can participate in this round of the APPC. We might consider extending the invitations to postdocs and researchers in future APPC events.
4. Will this be an individual or a team competition?
APPC will be an individual competition, meaning there should only be one presenter. However, as your poster might result from research work carried out in a team, you will have the option to include all members in the research team under “Author(s) and their affiliations” in the registration page.
5. What is the meaning of “corresponding author” in the registration page?The corresponding author is typically the leader in the research team, which could be the student’s supervisor, a postdoc, or a graduate student. Students are strongly encouraged to discuss this with their supervisor.
6. Is there a word limit for the abstract?
There is no word limit for the abstract. However, you are encouraged to make the abstract as concise as possible to increase your chances of being selected to participate in the event.
7. Can a student participate in the event online?No, the event will take place in the Department of Physics at KFUPM, Dhahran. Poster submission will not be considered if a student does not intend to attend the event physically.
8. Does it need to be on the topic I did research on?
The poster should focus on the student’s research topic. As part of the introduction and literature survey, it may include graphics and data from other published research with proper credits and references.
9. Can non-physics major students also participate?Yes, as long as the topic of the student’s poster is related to any area of physics.
10. Does the competition include only the poster alone or does it also include the poster’s presentation?
The competition will be based on both the poster and its presentation. The posters will be judged by experts in the fields. Therefore, it is extremely important for the presenters to be present on the day of the event and present their posters when it is their turn.
11. Can a student’s supervisor come on site for the event?Absolutely, it will be a unique networking opportunity for the supervisors to connect with other faculty members and researchers from other universities in the Kingdom.
12. How will the posters be evaluated?
Posters will be evaluated based on relevance to physics, originality, scientific accuracy, structural organization, visual design, presentation engagement, communication skills, ability to answer questions, and overall quality of the poster and presentation.