1. Topic: How AI and Science Can Be Harnessed to Recover Sri Lanka from the Crisis.

1. General Guidelines

•  The presentation must strictly focus on Sri Lanka’s current crisis (economic,environmental, social, or technological) and explain how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and scientific innovation can be applied to find sustainable solutions.
•  Participants can present in groups of up to 5-6 members representing the science streams of their respective schools. .
•  All data, statistics, and examples must be accurate, up to date, and from reliable sources.
• Plagiarism or false information will result in immediate disqualification.
•  Presenters should connect theory with practical, real world applications relevant to Sri Lanka.
• Any number of participants from a school may participate

2. Presentation Format

•  Duration: 8–10 minutes per presentation
•  Presentations must be made using PowerPoint, Google Slides, or other digital tools and record a video of themselves presenting it.
• The video must be no longer than 10 minutes and must be submitted before the deadline.
•  Visual content (charts, infographics, short videos, etc.) is encouraged to explain how AI and science can contribute to recovery.
• All visuals and examples should be related to Sri Lanka (local industries, agriculture, education, healthcare, governance, etc.).

3. Content Requirements

Each presentation must address the following key points:

1. Identification of current crises in Sri Lanka (economic, energy, environmental, or social).

2. How Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used to solve or reduce these problems for example:

•  AI in agriculture to increase productivity.
•  AI in governance for transparency and efficiency.
•  AI in education for skill development and job creation.
• How science and technology can drive recovery  e.g., renewable energy research, medical innovation, sustainable development.
• Ethical, social, and environmental impacts of using AI and scientific solutions.
• Actionable recommendations that can realistically help Sri Lanka recover and develop sustainably.

4. Conduct and Discipline.

•  First slide must include the topic and the school name Off topic discussions or political statements unrelated to the theme are not allowed.
•  Presenters must be punctual and ready before their allotted time.
•  Any form of disrespect or disruption during another team’s presentation is prohibited.

5. Judging Criteria

Presentations will be evaluated on the following:

•  Understanding of Sri Lanka’s crisis
•  Application of AI and scientific methods
•  Creativity and innovation of ideas
•  Practicality and feasibility of solutions
•  Presentation skills and clarity
•  Use of visuals and engagement

6. Submission & Deadlines

• Late submissions will not be accepted.
• This is a single round competition. The winning team will be announced in the Science Day