From initial screening to the grand finale — here's how teams progress through the 2026 KM Research Proposal Competition.
Initial screening and abstract evaluation conducted by the Knowledge Management Executive Committee and expert volunteers.
Virtual pitching session hosted on Zoom. Teams present their core methodology and AI integration models.
The grand finale at ICS Bangkok. Top 10 teams showcase their research in a public exhibition and main stage defense.
Deadline: May 15, 2026 23:59:59 | Results: May 20, 2026
Submit your research abstract for initial review by the KM Executive Committee. All submissions are evaluated on scientific merit, relevance to the theme, and clarity.
Pitch Date: June 10, 2026
Selected teams present their full proposal via Zoom to a panel of expert judges. Q&A session follows each presentation.
Final Ceremony: July 5, 2026
Top 10 finalists travel to Bangkok for the in-person exhibition and main-stage defense at ICS. Winners are announced at the closing ceremony.