Most successful research projects for the NCISC require extended time to complete the research; therefore, research projects may be started as much as 24 months before submission to NCISC.
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
Completed application, including abstract and research paper, are electronically submitted for judging. - January/February 2026
Semi-finalists are invited to participate in the next phase of the competition. - March 2026
Finalists are notified and prepare to present their work to the judging panel. - June 2026
Finalists travel to host country to engage with peers and present work.