18th Arab Steel Summit & International Iron and Steel

The *Arab Iron and Steel Union (AISU)* has announced the *Best Scientific Research in the Iron and Steel Industry for 2025* competition, coinciding with the *18th Arab Steel Summit* scheduled for *October 7–8, 2025*, in Muscat, Oman. 

*Competition Overview:*

Building on the success of the inaugural 2024 competition, AISU continues to foster collaboration between scientific research and the steel industry by inviting researchers from universities, institutes, research centers, and industry specialists globally to submit impactful research aimed at advancing the iron and steel sector. 

*Research Categories:*

Submissions are welcomed in three key areas:

- *Technical Papers:* In-depth studies on advancements in steel production, technology, or materials.

- *Case Studies:* Insights into practical applications or industrial challenges.

- *Innovation and Sustainability:* Recent innovations, drivers of change, and sustainable development in the steel industry. 

*Eligibility and Submission Guidelines:*

- *Eligibility:* Researchers must be affiliated with a university, research center, or iron and steel company. Submissions can be individual or collaborative, accompanied by a letter of recommendation from the respective institution.

- *Research Criteria:* The research should be original, conducted between 2022 and 2025, and not previously awarded. It must offer new scientific contributions, be feasible for study and application, and align with the specified research fields.