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4 days ago
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Saudi Physics Team Shines with 4 Medals at 2025 International Olympiad
The Saudi National Physics Team earned four medals at the 55th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO), held in Paris, France, from July 17 to 25. The prestigious competition brought together 425 students from 85 countries. Mazen Al-Shakhs secured a silver medal, while Hussein Al-Saleh, Mohammed Al-Arfaj, and Ali Al-Hassan each claimed a bronze medal for their outstanding performances. This success raises Saudi Arabia's overall IPhO medal count to seven silver and 23 bronze medals, along with 22 certificates of appreciation. The achievement reflects the rigorous training and preparation provided by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and with the exclusive support of Saudi Aramco. Related Topics: National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity Concludes its Activities 'Creativity 2025' Participants of International AI Olympiad Undergo Theoretical, Practical Tests Saudi Students Secure Bronze at International Informatics Olympiad Short link : Post Views: 6 Related Stories
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22-07-2025
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Saudi Biology Team Competes in 2025 International Biology Olympiad in Philippines
The Saudi national biology team is taking part in the 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO 2025), held in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, from July 20 to 27. The event brings together top-performing high school students from around the world. Representing Saudi Arabia in this prestigious scientific competition are four students who earned their spots after completing an intensive training program exceeding 2,800 hours each. This program was conducted under the supervision of the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education. The IBO is an annual global competition that challenges talented high school students in various areas of biology. First launched in 1990 in the Czech Republic, the Olympiad assesses participants through rigorous theoretical and practical exams, designed to test their problem-solving skills across multiple biological disciplines. Related Topics : KAUST Celebrates Women in Science International Day Saudi Team for Science and Engineering Collect 9 Special Awards to Make History in ISEF 2024 Saudi Arabia is surviving financial liberation thanks to the realism of Mohammed bin Salman: Morad al-Hattab: Short link :
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20-07-2025
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Saudi Students Shine Globally: 7 Awards at Prestigious STEM Contests
Saudi students achieved remarkable success by securing seven international awards at two prestigious STEM competitions. These competitions included the International Mathematical Olympiad held on the Sunshine Coast, Australia, and the European Girls' Olympiad in Informatics in Bonn, Germany. Their achievements underscore Saudi Arabia's growing prowess in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education oversaw their participation as reported by the Saudi Press Agency. Outstanding Performance in Mathematics Additionally, at the International Mathematical Olympiad, Saudi students excelled, winning six awards, earning three bronze medals and three honorable mentions while competing against 630 students from 110 countries. The bronze medals went to students from the Royal Commission for Yanbu, Madinah, and the Eastern Province education directorates. Meanwhile, honorable mentions recognized participants from Jeddah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. Since Saudi Arabia began participating in this competition, the country has amassed an impressive tally, with the total now includes 12 silver medals, 48 bronze medals, and 22 honorable mentions. In the European Girls' Olympiad in Informatics, Saudi student Riefal Khaled Al-Hazmi from Tabuk stood out. She won a bronze medal in a competitive field of 226 participants from 60 countries. Commitment to Excellence in Education Mawhiba, along with the Ministry of Education and national partners, remains dedicated to developing initiatives. These initiatives aim to equip Saudi students with world-class skills, significantly enhancing the Kingdom's position in science and technology on a global scale. These victories reflect a strategic focus on education and innovation. As Saudi students continue to thrive on global stages, they inspire future generations to push boundaries in science and technology. Short link : Post Views: 8
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20-07-2025
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Saudi Students Participate in 2025 International Physics Olympiad in France
The Saudi National Physics Team is currently taking part in the 2025 International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) held in Paris, France, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Set to run until July 25, the Olympiad brings together outstanding high school students from all over the world. Four students are representing the Kingdom at this global scientific event after being qualified through the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba). In collaboration with the Ministry of Education and thanks to Saudi Aramco's support, Mawhiba has provided students with thousands of hours of intensive training ahead of the Olympiad. Launched in 1967 in Poland, International Physics Olympiad stands out as one of the most prestigious science competitions worldwide. It seeks basically to cultivate students' skills in innovation, scientific analysis, as well as complex problem-solving. Saudi Arabia has been participating at IPhO since 2011, securing (6) silver medals, (20) bronze medals, and (22) certificates of appreciation. Saudi Arabia has recently made bold strides towards establishing a more knowledge-based economy focused on elevating the scientific scene in the Kingdom. Through its participation in several international Olympiads, the Kingdom has been shown excellent performance and unparalleled skills with students securing several medals and recognitions across various fields. Related Topics: Saudi Team Competes in 66th International Mathematics Olympiad in Australia Scientific Creativity Olympiad Finals to Kick off in Riyadh on Feb 3 Saudi Team Secures First Place in Arab Math Olympiad Short link : Post Views: 23
Arab News
20-07-2025
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Saudi students win 7 awards at STEM contests
JEDDAH: Saudi students secured seven international awards at the International Mathematical Olympiad on the Sunshine Coast, Australia, and the European Girls' Olympiad in Informatics in Bonn, Germany. Their participation was overseen by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity, known as Mawhiba, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Saudi Press Agency reported. They won six awards at the maths contest — three bronze medals and three honorable mentions — competing against 630 students from 110 countries. Bronze medals were awarded to students from the Royal Commission for Yanbu, Madinah, and the Eastern Province education directorates. Honorable mentions went to participants from Jeddah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. Since joining the competition, Saudi Arabia's tally has grown to 12 silver medals, 48 bronze medals, and 22 honorable mentions. At the informatics event, Saudi student Riefal Khaled Al-Hazmi, from Tabuk, won a bronze medal in a field with 226 participants from 60. Mawhiba, together with the Ministry of Education and national partners, continues to develop initiatives that equip Saudi students with world-class skills, enhancing the Kingdom's position in science and technology worldwide.
