Bronze Medal in International Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad

Congratulations to Ara Mahdessian in 5W for making history was made over the summer in the 15th International Olympiad in Astronomy & Astrophysics. He became the first Cypriot student to win a medal in the competition ever!

The competition was organised by Georgia this year and The Cyprus team travelled to the city Kutaisi from 14 to 22 August 2022. Students compete in Theoretical Astrophysics, Data Analysis and Astronomical Observations. In total around 300 students from 48 countries took part.

The next International Olympiad in Astronomy & Astrophysics will be held in Poland in August 2023. Those students who want to claim a place in the Cypriot mission, can take part in the Pancyprian Olympiad in Astronomy and Astrophysics that will be held in 2023. 

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