Science Research Students Advance in International Research Olympiad

In the first round, students were tested on such diverse elements as analyzing research papers, interpreting scientific data, and tackling question formation and inquiry. All four Hornets scored in the top 15% of the approximately 1,000 students participating, and they each qualified for the semifinal round held in April. Subsequently, Jimmy Mulosmani ’25, was named a finalist and participated in the live competition held at Harvard University in early June. Jimmy’s achievement places him among the top 1% of competitors, reflecting his outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills, which are the cornerstone of the IRO’s mission. 

The IRO was founded by a former ISEF Grand Finalist to create a science fair that tests research skills, similar to the International Olympiads in Physics, Chemistry, Math, etc. About 1,000 students participated in the Open Round in mid-February, which had students read research papers and answer multiple choice questions about them. What makes this competition unique among other fairs is that students are tested on their abilities to analyze and critique scientific research papers from any field and answer questions on them in a strictly timed setting.

We are so proud of our science research students and the skills they have gained over the past few years to advance to the later stages of this unique competition!