Explore the Future of Automation!

Step into the exciting world of artificial intelligence with the Advanced MakerLab – AI: Machine Vision program, a hands-on, 6-month journey where students learn to automate real-world tasks using digital image processing. Guided by industry mentors, students dive deep into cutting-edge AI concepts like face detection, object recognition, and more as they build their own AI-driven projects. All projects culminate at MakerFest 2025, where students compete for top honors. The competition includes five (5) Major Awards, judged by industry experts, and one (1) Most Popular AI: MV project voted by visitors and one (1) Best Presentation judged by panel of judges.

New in 2025 – The AI Vision Quest debuts as part of the AI: Machine Vision track. In this challenge, teams train Huskylens cameras to recognize simple images displayed in a randomized 3×3 grid. With accuracy and optimization as key criteria, the grid creates a visible arena where technical mastery turns into public achievement.

The Top 3 teams will be specially awarded for their performance.

The MakerLab Secondary School Program: Unleash Innovation!

In this dynamic 6-month program, students from secondary schools take on the exciting Instructables Project. Teams of 4 students each are guided by industry and PSC mentors throughout the project’s development. It all begins with project selection from a provided list. Once selected, students acquire materials and follow instructables.com instructions diligently to bring their innovative products to life.

The journey culminates at MakerFest 2025, alongside PISF 2025, where completed projects compete for top recognition. School teams showcase their creations to esteemed judges, and the Instructables Project Champion is announced at the PISF 2025 award ceremony on 9 November at SPICE CONCOURSE Stage.

Projects are also open to public voting for the coveted Most Popular Project Award.

Join us in celebrating innovation and young talent!

This year’s Penang International Science Fair will spotlight the creativity and innovation of students from Sekolah Orang Asli in Perak through the MakerLab Showcase. The program has introduced makerspaces equipped with tools for coding, microcontrollers, 3D design, and 3D printing—bringing quality STEM education to underserved communities. It also marks the first time PSC has set up a MakerLab outside of Penang, made possible with the support of Micron.

Over the past year, students from SK Kg Kenang and SK RPS Banun have taken part in workshops and hands-on project building. At PISF 2025, students will present their inventive projects, alongside cultural showcases that highlight Orang Asli heritage and traditions. The Showcase celebrates the remarkable journey of these students, proving that with access, guidance, and imagination, innovation can thrive anywhere.

Explore how Artificial Intelligence learns, processes information, and generates outputs at the Experience AI booth. Take part in engaging, hands-on activities that introduce students to Generative AI and the process of training AI models.

At the DIY Corner, explore AI generative applications and experiment with building and testing your own machine learning models using Machine Learning for Kids.

Learn, play and experience the power of AI your way!

InclusiveSTEM Showcase, where the hard work and creativity of these young minds will be on full display. Visitors are invited to witness students demonstrate their STEM toolkits, featuring everything they’ve learned. It’s an inspiring opportunity to see how, with the right support, students with hearing, physical, and learning disabilities—including autism and ADHD—can flourish in STEM and even become the innovators of tomorrow. Come and be part of this celebration of talent, potential, and inclusivity in STEM!

Back by popular demand, the MacMaker Pop-Up Challenge returns to PISF 2025!

Launched in 2024 as a walk-in challenge for kids, teens, and families, MacMaker quickly became a crowd favourite—inviting everyone to put their creativity, problem-solving, and maker spirit to the test. Participants of all ages had the chance to design, build, and compete in quick-fire challenges that blended fun with hands-on STEM learning.

This year, the excitement continues with a brand-new Pop-Up Challenge for walk-in challengers—details will be revealed soon. (hint: it involves an egg and lots of imagination!). Whether you’re coming with friends, family, or just your curious self, the MacMaker zone is the perfect place to take on challenges, test your ideas, and have fun learning along the way.

Where Fun Meets Discovery!

Step into a world of creativity and imagination at the Kids Corner — a place where young explorers dive into exciting STEM hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and joy!

As kids build, experiment, and play, they’ll also be inspired by the amazing Climate Heroes winners, who will share their stories about making a difference for our planet. It’s a perfect blend of learning, laughter, and inspiration — where every child can be a little scientist and a big dreamer!

PSC MakerFest Soldering Badge & Laser Engraving Workshop: Ignite Innovation!

Prepare to immerse yourself in the world of innovation at the PSC MakerFest Soldering Badge & Laser Engraving Workshop. Our industry volunteers are excited to showcase their soldering and engraving expertise.

Join us and dive into the exciting realm of STEM creativity, guided by our friendly makers. You’ll even get to bring home your very own custom badge and engraved wood souvenir!