The Fourth International Food Research Conference 2026 (4th IFRC 2026) proudly invites undergraduate and postgraduate students to participate in the Student Competition and Award Programme. This programme aims to recognise outstanding academic and research contributions while providing an international platform for participants to present innovative ideas, exchange knowledge, and engage with researchers, academicians, and industry professionals in the field of food research and related disciplines.

The competition is organised under the following categories:

• Science and Technology
• Social Studies

Presentation Categories

Oral Presentation Award

Participants will present their research findings orally before a panel of appointed evaluators. Presentations will be assessed based on originality, scientific and academic contribution, research methodology, presentation delivery, critical discussion, and the overall significance and impact of the study.

Poster Presentation Award

Participants will present their research through poster displays that effectively communicate the objectives, methodology, findings, and significance of the study. Poster presentations will be evaluated based on content quality, clarity, visual presentation, innovation, and relevance to the conference theme and research area.

Competition Documents

Please refer to the following documents for further information and competition requirements:

• Oral Presentation Guidelines
• Poster Presentation Guidelines