The INOStC plays a crucial role in ensuring fair evaluation, approving competition results, and selecting future host economies. It meets regularly, both in-person and online, to guide the successful execution of the Olympiad. The meeting began at 11:30 AM Iran time, starting with introductions of the key representatives involved in the success of this global competition. A comprehensive review of the first INO, successfully hosted by Iran, was presented, with lessons learned from the inaugural event informing the planning of the second INO.

Malaysia, the host country for the second Olympiad, provided an update on its preparations, highlighting that the government has pledged full financial support for the event. Efforts are underway to organize a well-executed competition that will bring together the brightest minds in nanotechnology from around the world.

One of the primary topics of discussion was the timing of the event. The INOStC members from Taiwan and Oman proposed postponing the Olympiad from its originally scheduled dates, suggesting new dates of November 17-22, 2024, to better accommodate the schedules of participating countries and allow for more thorough preparation.

The proposal will be reviewed by the Malaysian executive secretariat, and official dates for the Second International Nanotechnology Olympiad will be announced soon. With Malaysia set to host the second iteration of the event, anticipation is building for what promises to be a landmark moment in the field of nanotechnology.

Stay tuned for more updates as the Second International Nanotechnology Olympiad takes shape, with an expected announcement on the final dates in the coming weeks.