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On 27 September 2025, the School of Medicine, in collaboration with the School of Health Sciences and IMU Cares, successfully organised a full-day science workshop designed to inspire refugee children aged 10 to 17 to explore the fascinating world of science and human anatomy. The event took place from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and included scheduled breaks for lunch and refreshments.
A total of 27 children from the Children’s Training Centre in Setapak participated in the workshop, accompanied by three teachers. The programme aimed to spark curiosity and cultivate a love for science through a blend of hands-on activities, interactive learning, and fun educational experiences.
The morning session featured engaging experiments facilitated by faculty members from the Medical Biotechnology and Biomedical Science programmes under the School of Health Sciences. The children participated in two hands-on activities—DNA extraction and infection simulation—where they learned and practised basic scientific techniques with guidance from IMU student volunteers.
In the afternoon, the participants explored the Medical Museum, where the session began with a short pre-test to assess their baseline knowledge. This was followed by an interactive session on the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, led by IMU MBBS students. Using anatomical models and demonstrations, the facilitators brought the topics to life. To make learning even more exciting, a Kahoot quiz was introduced, providing a fun and interactive way to reinforce key concepts. At the end of the session, a post-test was conducted to measure knowledge gained, followed by a focus group discussion that encouraged participants to share their reflections and learning experiences.
