01.01.2017

2012: First Science Olympiad in Switzerland

Mathematics from A (algebra) to Z (number theory) in Solothurn: From 6-12 September 2012, 60 young mathematics talents from 10 European countries met in the Ambassadors' City to solve tricky tasks alone or in a team at the Central European Mathematics Olympiad (MEMO).

Media Releases

Medienmitteilung Resultate (PDF), 13.09.2012

Medienmitteilung Eröffnung (PDF), 30.08.2012

Further articles

Philosophy

From Reading to Reasoning

Today, the Swiss delegation embarks on their journey to the international Philosophy Olympiad. Meanwhile, volunteers Ana and Armelle invite you on a journey of your own: your path to philosophy.

Robotics

Support the Robotics Olympiad!

We inspire kids and young people to code, design and work in teams. Support young Swiss robotics talents on their Olympic journey to the 2025 Swiss finals of the World Robot Olympiad.

Mathematics

Physics

Association

“The best quality you can have to become a researcher is to be resistant to frustration”

David Cimasoni, senior lecturer at the University of Geneva, shares what it means to be a researcher in an interview by Science Olympiad volunteers Yuta Mikhalkin and Tanish Patil.

Chemistry

Support the Chemistry Olympiad!

We unite young people who are fascinated by molecules. This is the first time that we seek the support from individuals. As we are certain that our mission - the fostering of curious young minds - does not only spur the enthusiasm of institutions.

Biology

Biology Olympiad finals week: The experience

Jakub Szklanowski, Alea Ducret and David Hasler write about the finals week of 2025 from the participants' point of view.

Association

Robotics

Physics

Astronomy

Informatics

Mathematics

Biology

Chemistry

Geography

Call for volunteers: Science Meets Fantasy in Basel

Last year, some volunteers from the Informatics, Physics, Robotics and Astronomy Olympiads teamed up with a ETH startup to bring the Science Olympiad spirit to Fantasy Basel, Switzerland’s largest pop culture convention. In May we will be back - and you can join!