Manila – BETH | Saturday, 27 July 2025

The 36th edition of the International Biology Olympiad (IBO 2025) concluded in Manila, Philippines, with the official announcement of results for one of the world’s most prestigious international science competitions for high school students. The event, held from 20 to 27 July, brought together 308 students representing 80 countries.

🏅 A New Saudi Achievement

The Saudi national biology team earned international acclaim with a set of new honors:

🥈 1 Silver Medal

🥉 2 Bronze Medals

🏅 1 Certificate of Merit

👏 The Award-Winning Students:

Abdullah H. Al-Subaie (Taif Education) – Silver Medal

Hamzah M. Baaissa (Riyadh Education) – Bronze Medal

Ziyad A. Al-Namri (Royal Commission in Yanbu) – Bronze Medal

Hassan A. Al-Bahar (Riyadh Education) – Certificate of Merit

📚 Intensive Scientific Preparation

These achievements were the result of a highly specialized training program, with each student receiving over 2,800 hours of instruction and mentoring, conducted by:

King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba)

In strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education

The program included advanced theoretical and practical sessions, scientific camps, and intensive mock exams aligned with international standards.

📈 Saudi Progress Since 2022

Since Saudi Arabia’s first participation in the International Biology Olympiad in 2022, the national team has achieved:

🥈 4 Silver Medals

🥉 7 Bronze Medals

🏅 4 Certificates of Merit

This reflects the growing scientific capabilities of Saudi students and the Kingdom’s rising position on the global science stage.

🌍 About the IBO

Established in 1990 in the Czech Republic

One of the oldest and most prestigious international science competitions

Targets gifted high school students in the field of biology

Involves advanced theoretical and practical exams

Aims to foster scientific thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills

🎯 BETH Insight:

"In science—just like in life—those who think deeply rise above.

These medals are not just awards; they are milestones of a generation thinking, analyzing, and building their nation through knowledge."