Today we await another 4Dframe initiative in the coming October in Korea. That is a fascinating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) festival.

Do you want to explore more about 4Dframe ? The 19th International Mathematical Science Creativity Competition (IMSCC) is the right place. This event has been grown significantly since its inception, becoming a global platform for showcasing talent and collaboration.

This year’s theme "Pioneering Space: Go to the Moon and Mars Together" is an inspiring concept! It aligns with humanity's growing interest in space exploration and the dream of establishing a presence on other celestial bodies.

If you're thinking of participating, you could explore ideas like creating habitats for astronauts, developing renewable energy systems for space, or even designing educational tools to inspire the next generation of space pioneers.

Would you like to know more about the competition's themes ? That will be the fantastic combination of ideas, Let me share some thoughts to inspire you:

Creating Habitats:
- Design habitats that can adapt to the harsh conditions of the Moon and Mars, such as in-situ resource utilization (ISRU).
- Think advanced life support systems, such as water recycling and air purification.
Renewable Energy:
- Develop energy creating system and storage solutions that ensure continuous power supply in extreme conditions, even during long Martian nights or Moon eclipses.
- Explore nuclear power as a stable energy source for critical systems.
Educational Tools
- Design interactive kits to teach students about space exploration, challenges of living on other planets, and planetary sciences.
- Create games or challenges that simulate space missions, encouraging teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Founder & Chairperson of the Association for 4DFrame(A4D)

Former Chairperson of the National Science Museum of Korea

Chungwon Cho

Today we await another 4Dframe initiative in the coming October in Korea. That is a fascinating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) festival.

Do you want to explore more about 4Dframe ? The 19th International Mathematical Science Creativity Competition (IMSCC) is the right place. This event has been grown significantly since its inception, becoming a global platform for showcasing talent and collaboration.

This year’s theme "Pioneering Space: Go to the Moon and Mars Together" is an inspiring concept! It aligns with humanity's growing interest in space exploration and the dream of establishing a presence on other celestial bodies.

If you're thinking of participating, you could explore ideas like creating habitats for astronauts, developing renewable energy systems for space, or even designing educational tools to inspire the next generation of space pioneers.

Would you like to know more about the competition's themes ? That will be the fantastic combination of ideas, Let me share some thoughts to inspire you:

Creating Habitats:
- Design habitats that can adapt to the harsh conditions of the Moon and Mars, such as in-situ resource utilization (ISRU).
- Think advanced life support systems, such as water recycling and air purification.
Renewable Energy:
- Develop energy creating system and storage solutions that ensure continuous power supply in extreme conditions, even during long Martian nights or Moon eclipses.
- Explore nuclear power as a stable energy source for critical systems.
Educational Tools
- Design interactive kits to teach students about space exploration, challenges of living on other planets, and planetary sciences.
- Create games or challenges that simulate space missions, encouraging teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Founder & Chairperson of the Association for 4DFrame(A4D)

Former Chairperson of the National Science Museum of Korea

Chungwon Cho

As space exploration becomes increasingly accessible and artificial intelligence redefines learning environments, education faces urgent challenges in aligning technological advancement with ethical responsibility. The so-called New Space Age—driven by commercial interests and rapid innovation—demands a reorientation of educational aims to address planetary and interplanetary futures. This keynote explores how STEAM education can support the development of Action and AI Competence to prepare students for complex ecological, ethical, and technological challenges. Grounded in the frameworks of Education for Planetary Wellbeing (EfPW) and the GreenComp sustainability competence model, the talk emphasizes the need for transdisciplinary learning that integrates systems thinking, critical reflection, and civic engagement. Building on the concept of cosmogogy (Lindsay, 2025) and creative ecologies (Harris, 2017), the presentation positions schools as ecosystems where students not only gain digital and scientific competencies but also develop ethical awareness and collective agency. The focus is on how education systems—through experiential, project-based, and AI-enhanced pedagogies—can cultivate responsible futures thinking and support sustainable action within and beyond Earth. The keynote draws on Finnish and international educational practices to illustrate practical approaches to implementing these goals, while raising critical questions: How can we ensure responsible use of AI in educational contexts? What competences are necessary for learners to contribute meaningfully to planetary and space-related sustainability? And how can STEAM education serve as a bridge from technical expertise to ethical foresight?

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IMSCC Notice

3 Oct 2025

Hello everyone,

This is the IMSCC 2025 Organizing Committee.

We are pleased to announce the list of finalists and the Main Competition guidelines. Please check the attached list and announcement below.

Please note that some teams whose submitted files have not yet been fully cross-checked with their application forms, or teams that were previously omitted, may still be added to the list. However, the assigned participant numbers will remain unchanged.

If there are any errors in your team name, please contact us at admin@ngfsteam.org, and we will make the necessary corrections.

Barcodes for on-site registration will be distributed sequentially after the Chuseok holiday.

Thank you.

— IMSCC 2025 Secretariat

Main Competition Information

19th International Mathematical Science & Creativity Competition (IMSCC 2025)
Date: October 18, 2025
Venue: Gyeonggido Business and Science Accelerator (GBSA) (107, Gwanggyo-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea)

General Information

Participant Registration & Badge Pick-up: 08:30–10:00 (Entrance Registration Desk)
※ Three registration booths will be available. Participants should register with the barcode received via text message. Barcodes will be sent sequentially before the competition day.
Basic Rules:
- Participants may bring necessary parts and tools for modifying their works.
  ※ All modifications must be completed by 10:30 (competition start).
  ※ Mechatronics participants must bring a smartphone and battery; Software participants must bring a laptop.
- Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The organizer is not responsible for lost items.
- Parents and teachers are not allowed to enter during the competition time (10:30–12:30).
- Food and drinks are prohibited inside the competition area (except bottled water).
- Lunch will be available for purchase at the venue(detailed location will be announced later on) for international participants.
- The use of smartphones is prohibited inside the competition area, except for mechatronics participants who require them for their mission.
- Any matters not specified in these guidelines will be decided by the judges and the organizing committee.

Transportation:
- By Car: Use the Gwanggyo Techno Valley Public Parking Lot (payment required). Traffic congestion is expected, so public transportation is recommended.
- By Subway: 700m walk from Exit 2 of Gwanggyo Jungang Station (Shinbundang Line).

Ceremony & Events:
- The Opening Ceremony (09:30–10:10) is for all international participants. Please be seated at the venue of Gyeonggi Hall(3F) on time.
- Prize draw events will be held in the afternoon (3F Gyeonggi Hall). Raffle tickets will only be given to participants.

Exhibits & Works:
- Upon registration, participants must place their works in the designated location under staff guidance.
- Except for Grand Award works, participants must collect their works after judging. Uncollected works will be disposed of after a storage period (details to be announced after the event).
Award Ceremony:
- Medals will be awarded during the ceremony.
- Certificates for Grand Award and Gold Award will be sent to the participants’ institutions after the event.
- Certificates for Silver to Encouragement Awards will be available for download from the competition website.
- Only teams attending the Award Ceremony will receive medals (no separate delivery).

Additional Rules by Division

Creativity Division 3:
- Test your work thoroughly before the competition, as movement may affect its shape.
- Each team has two attempts.
- Time is measured from start to finish, aiming as close as possible to 20 seconds.
- More than one marble can be used, but only one marble will be timed officially.

Mechatronics Division:
- For the new mainboard(2025 release), DC motor speed should be set at level 4 out of 5. App for this new Mechatronics board can be downloaded via QR code below(Android only).
- Official map design for Mechatronics Division 1 is shown below.
- Map for Mechatronics Division 2 and 3

Program Schedule (October 18, 2025)

09:00–09:30: On-site Registration & Work Placement (1F Lobby)
09:30–10:10: Opening Ceremony (3F Gyeonggi Hall)
10:30–12:30: Competition by Division (1F & 3F)
12:30–13:30: Lunch and Break Time
13:30–15:00: Academic Conference & Teacher Awards (3F Gyeonggi Hall)
15:00–16:00: Award Ceremony & Closing (3F Gyeonggi Hall)
16:00–17:00: International Exchange and Networking Program (For all international participants)

※ The schedule may be subject to change.