The Global Young Researchers' Academy (GYRA) along with Stem4Girls is joining hands with MANCA in organising the International Research Conference for Children 2026 (IRCC'26) at India Community Center (ICC), Milpitas, California, USA.
The conference serves as an international platform, bringing together student researchers at the school level, teachers, parents, administrators and wel wishers worldwide.
To cultivate a research-friendly environment for the school students to explore the interests, engage in meaningful research, and make valuable contributions to their academic disciplines.
The conference envisions providing a platform where students can collaborate, learn from the peers, and develop a passion for lifelong learning and discovery.
Creating a platform for the school students to showcase their research work, exchange ideas, and foster a culture of academic curiosity and innovation.
An international platform for young researchers to showcase their findings.
A platform for young researchers to interact with scientists across the globe.
An arena for networking and promote research interest among children and encourage them to pursue scientific endeavors.
Promote inclusion and diversity by encouraging participation from children of all backgrounds and abilities.
I am deeply privileged and honored to welcome you all to the International Research Conference for Children 2026 (IRCC'26) on behalf of the organizing committee. The partnership of GYRA with STEM4girls, in organizing IRCC'26 has added extra momentum making this event a remarkable accomplishment. Also, I appreciate the invaluable support and efforts by the MANCA team ,California for the success of IRCC'26.
IRCC serves as an international platform that brings together the children who are passionate about research at the school level. It provides an opportunity for students to showcase their research findings and engage in meaningful discussions with experts in the field. We are proud to offer a diverse program, which includes specific keynote, plenary, and featured lectures by internationally established scientists. In addition, the presentations by the school students give immense opportunities to share their research with a wider audience. Importantly, IRCC provides an ideal scientific platform for the children scientists to interact with reputed scientists and to establish collaborative network among their peer groups.
Aligning with GYRA mission, this two day international conference creates a unique forum for the expansion of knowledge and experience.
I, being the Global President of GYRA, find this opportunity to cordially welcome all the next-gen scientists to explore with keen enthusiasm and deep scientific-temper to witness advanced scientific knowledge from global experts and to create collaborative network with your peers.
Looking forward to seeing you at IRCC'26.
This conference aims to celebrate your dedication to research and foster a spirit of curiosity and innovation among your young minds. I am optimistic that your presence and presentations will add multiple dimensions to this premier event. This is a wonderful opportunity to present your research projects, share your findings, and engage in enlightening discussions with your peers and reputed global researchers. The conference program includes oral presentations, poster sessions, interactive workshops, panel discussions, and inspiring keynote speeches delivered by renowned experts in various disciplines.
I am sure that you will gain invaluable insights, tremendous expertise and experience, advanced knowledge, and feedback from established international researchers. This conference will further enhance your understanding of the research process and ignite a lifelong passion for exploration and discovery.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our esteemed faculties, mentors, and school administration for their continuous support in nurturing your research endeavors. Their commitment to providing you with a conducive learning environment sets the stage for your success.
I would like to emphasize that this conference is not merely a one-time event but rather the beginning of a journey.
I strongly encourage you to keep pursuing your research interests and utilize the networks to build collaborations and grow as future researchers.
Finally, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to you, the student researchers, for your enthusiasm, hard work, and dedication to advancing knowledge and making a positive impact. Your contributions are a testament to your potential and the bright future you hold.
I eagerly look forward to witnessing your presentations, hearing your insights, and cheering you on as you embark on this exciting academic journey at IRCC'26.
Padmapriya Palottu
Co-Chair
I am excited to welcome you all to the International Research Conference for Children-2026 (IRCC-26) at India Community Center Milpitas, CA, USA. The partnership of STEM4Girls and MANCA with GYRA in organizing IRCC-26 has added extra momentum making this event a remarkable accomplishment, first time in the United States. The collaboration of STEM4Girls and MANCA with GYRA in organizing IRCC-26 has been instrumental in launching IRCC in the United States, after three successful editions.
IRCC emerged as an international platform that brings together school-level student researchers, scientists, educators, parents, administrators, and stakeholders from around the world. Importantly, the conference features a distinguished keynote address by a Nobel laureate, keynote lectures by renowned scientists, plenary sessions, and featured talks by internationally established researchers.
IRCC is a multidisciplinary platform that unfastens disciplinary barriers, enabling free exchange of ideas across all areas of research. Simply, no barriers to your research. IRCC provides student researchers with immense opportunities to showcase their research findings and innovative ideas through platform presentations and posters along with competing for various prestigious awards.
Importantly, IRCC welcomes participation from students at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Also, student researchers gain invaluable opportunities to interact with reputed scientists and to be motivated by a vibrant, collaborative peer network.
Aligning with IRCC mission, this two-day international conference creates a unique forum with more than 500 student researchers and 10 internationally reputed speakers. I, being the convener of IRCC, find this opportunity to cordially welcome all the next-gen scientists to explore with keen enthusiasm and deep scientific-temper to witness advanced scientific knowledge from global experts and to create collaborative network with your peers.
I am delighted to welcome you all to IRCC.
Devi Gireesh
Convener.
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Global Young Researchers' Academy (GYRA) is an international non-profit organization based in Oregon, United States of America, with a mission to foster research aptitude in school children, paving the way to create the next generation of researchers. GYRA envisions addressing the increasing global demand for committed researchers by initiating and igniting middle school students to engage in research within their niche, following advanced-level standard scientific research methodology. GYRA provides opportunities to collaborate, facilitate, and offers a new and innovative model of research-oriented education and training in the 21st century. Visit our website at thinkgyra.org.
MANCA envisions itself as a leading social and cultural organization for the Malayalee community of Northern California. We aim to promote and foster relationships and goodwill within the Malayalee diaspora, with a special emphasis on promoting the rich culture of Kerala and the Malayalee community. Our vision extends to creating a platform where our community can come together, build connections, support each other, and celebrate events that are an integral part of our culture and heritage.
STEM4Girls is a non-profit organization aiming to encourage the pursuit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, collectively termed STEM fields.
STEM4Girls places particular emphasis on the encouragement and leadership of girls and other underrepresented groups in STEM fields, breaking down barriers.
STEM4Girls works to bring fun, educational workshops, and camps to garner the interest of young minds, with the hope that it will help them throughout their lives.
