Published: December 11 2023
Hungarian students showcased their exceptional scientific knowledge and skills at the 20th International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) in Bangkok, Thailand. The Hungarian team achieved impressive results, winning one gold medal and five silver medals in the competition.
Hungarian team's achievements
Artúr Biró, a 10th-grade student from Apáczai Csere János High School, stood out by clinching the gold medal. Luca Nagy and Ábel Balázs Bauer from Révai Miklós High School in Győr earned silver medals, while István Tamás Bense and László Zoltán Szepesi from Eötvös József High School in Budapest secured silver medals in their respective grade categories. János Dániel Simon also claimed a silver medal.
Competition details
The International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) is an event where teams from different countries compete in demonstrating their theoretical and practical knowledge in biology, chemistry, and physics. The Hungarian team competed against teams from various countries, with each team consisting of six members.
Team's ranking
The Hungarian team achieved a joint 7th place with Australia in the team competition, showcasing their strong scientific skills and knowledge.
Preparations and support
The preparations for the competition were led by educators from Apáczai Csere János High School, who selected finalists from physics and chemistry competitions. The Hungarian team received support from various sources, including the National Talent Program, to enhance their competitiveness and skills in the scientific field. Via MTI; Featured Image: Pixabay
Questions & Answers
What is the International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)? The International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) is a scientific competition where students demonstrate their theoretical and practical knowledge in the domains of biology, chemistry, and physics.
When and where was the 20th IJSO held? The 20th International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) was held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 1 to 10 December.
How did the Hungarian team perform at the 20th IJSO? The Hungarian team won one gold and five silver medals at the 20th IJSO.
Which Hungarian student won the gold medal at the 20th IJSO? Artúr Biró, a 10th-grade student from Apáczai Csere János High School, won the gold medal at the 20th IJSO.
Which schools in Hungary did the silver medalists come from? Luca Nagy and Ábel Balázs Bauer from Révai Miklós High School in Győr earned silver medals. István Tamás Bense and László Zoltán Szepesi, representing Eötvös József High School in Budapest, also secured silver medals.
What place did the Hungarian team achieve in the team competition at the 20th IJSO? The Hungarian team achieved a joint 7th place with Australia in the team competition at the 20th IJSO.
How were the Hungarian students selected to participate in the 20th IJSO? Educators from Apáczai Csere János High School led the preparations for the competition and selected finalists from physics and chemistry competitions.
Did the Hungarian team receive any support for the 20th IJSO? Yes, the Hungarian team received support from various sources, including the National Talent Program.
