The 2026 Global Academician Forum (GAF) registration is now open and free for all teenagers worldwide, regardless of nationality. The forum selects 12 topical areas that face the world right now and the directions in which the world is moving forward. The aim is to identify researchers, innovators, global leaders, and art innovators of the future and promote the cultivation of top innovative talents. Judging will be overseen by an independent panel of national academicians and full professors from Ivy League and Oxbridge. Winners will receive their awards directly from the GAF committee. Winners who do not attend the offline forum will receive an electronic certificate; those who attend will receive a printed certificate at the forum.

Deadline for paper submission: Oct 8, 2026 23:59 (Beijing Time)
Results announced: Oct 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Offline forum (optional, ticket required): Late October 2026, China National Convention Center, Beijing · Ticket: ¥3,000 per attendee
Parents and school representatives are also welcome to purchase tickets for the offline forum.