IRCC: A Global Platform for Young Researchers

Empowering Young Minds on a Global Stage

IRCC is an international platform that brings together school-level student researchers, eminent scientists, teachers, parents, administrators, and stakeholders from around the world.

The conference will feature keynote sessions, plenaries, and special lectures by internationally established scientists, along with talks, poster sessions, and presentations by school students.

IRCC Provides Opportunities

  • For students from Grade 1 (elementary) through high school to participate.
  • To interact with reputed scientists.
  • To build collaborative networks among peer groups.
  • To submit research abstracts on any topic of interest - no barriers to your research!
  • To participate in various research awards.
  • To obtain participation/presentation certificates.
  • To strengthen your CV for higher education.

Note: Submitting a paper is not necessary to attend the conference.

RESEARCH AREAS
IRCC welcomes research abstracts across diverse domains, offering a comprehensive platform for young researchers to explore and present their work. Participants can also transform their school or science fair project into a research paper and present their innovation.
Environment and Earth Science (EES)
Engineering and Technology (ET)
Life and Basic Science (LBS)
Social Science (SS)
Cultural Innovation (CI)
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Conference Highlights

400+
Student Researchers
10+
Distinguished Speakers
15+
Scientists & Experts
100+
Educators & Parents

Nobel Laureate Keynote

Students will be inspired by a prestigious keynote address from a Nobel Laureate, alongside lectures by renowned scientists from diverse STEM and non-STEM disciplines.

Student Presentations

Featuring 50+ platform presentations and 100+ student presentations, where young researchers showcase their original work and innovative ideas.

Safe & Supportive Environment

Carefully structured to be safe, supportive, and intellectually stimulating, empowering children to be competent on an international stage.

Students are not only participants but contributors

IRCC celebrates their role as active knowledge creators, fostering the next generation of researchers and innovators in a nurturing, world-class environment.

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Dates To Remember

Registration opens on February 7th, 2026
Abstract submission deadline March 31st, 2026
Early bird registration deadline March 31st, 2026
Regular registration starts on April 1st, 2026
Conference date June 6-7, 2026

The International Research Conference for Children 2026 (IRCC'26), organized by MANCA, STEM4Girls, and the Global Young Researchers' Academy (GYRA), will take place from June 6-7, 2026, India Community Center (ICC), Milpitas, California.

This event invites students from elementary to high school around the globe to participate.

The conference will feature keynotes, plenary talks, and lectures by internationally established scientists, as well as talks, poster sessions, and presentations by school students.

IRCC emphasizes inclusivity, welcoming students with disabilities to present their research papers. Their participation adds immense value to the conference, as their perseverance and dedication highlight the boundless potential of every individual.

Students and teachers are encouraged to collaborate in moderating sessions alongside scientists, fostering a supportive international community of young researchers.

IRCC serves as an international platform, bringing together student researchers and renowned scientists to share their research and provides a unique opportunity of interaction between the scientists of today and tomorrow.

We welcome you all to this celebration of barrier-free research!

Who we are

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International Research Conference for Children (IRCC)

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