Taiwan takes gold at Physics Olympiad - Taipei Times

By Rachel Lin and Esme Yeh / Staff reporters

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Taiwan tied for first with five golds at the 56th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) held in Colombia this year, showcasing high school physics prowess.The team, led by National Taiwan Normal University physics professor Chen Chuan-Ren (陳傳仁), was represented by five students, who were chosen from 2,361 students nationwide via multiple selections to receive pre-competition training.Competing with 381 participants from 91 countries, all five students won a gold medal for Taiwan.

Taiwanese students who took part in the 56th International Physics Olympiad pose for a photograph with their teachers and the Republic of China flag in Colombia yesterday.

Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Education via CNA