Turkey Breaks Record at International Science Olympiads
Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır announced that a historical record was broken by winning a total of 78 medals in international science olympiads in 2026.
Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır, in a statement on his social media account, drew attention to Turkey's successes in international science olympiads and stated that the country reached the highest number in its history with 78 medals won in 2026.
Historical Success and Record Announcement
Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır shared Turkey's scientific successes in the international arena through evaluations made on his social media account.
In the statement, it was emphasized that the year 2026 was the year in which the highest number of medals in Turkish history was reached with a total of 78 medals.
Long-standing History in Olympiads
Turkey's adventure of participation in international science olympiads began in 1978, and the first bronze medal was brought to the country at that time.
Degrees of TÜBİTAK Supported Students
It was clearly seen in international competitions held in recent weeks that the support provided by TÜBİTAK plays a significant share in the successes achieved by the youth.
Balkan Olympiad in Informatics Results
Turkish students won a total of 2 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal at the 33rd Balkan Olympiad in Informatics organized in Tirana, Albania.
Junior Balkan Olympiad in Informatics
In the 19th Junior Balkan Olympiad in Informatics held in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, our students achieved success by obtaining 1 silver and 3 bronze medals.
Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad
At the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics held in Hanoi, Vietnam, 2 silver, 2 bronze medals, and 1 honorable mention were won.
Congratulatory Message to Students
Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır congratulated all students who made our flag wave in international organizations and successfully represented the country.