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Discover the Splendor of Water in Zurich!
Glide on serene Lake Zurich, hydrate yourself at numerous fountains, and dive into invigorating swimming spots. Embark on scenic hikes,...
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Chemistry's Sustainable Spark: Changing our World
What is sustainable chemistry and why is it so important? When you set up an experiment, how do you make sure that you design molecules...
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16. Juni 20233 Min. Lesezeit
From Academia to Industry – Working at BASF
Esteban Rucavado, originally from Costa Rica, came to Switzerland 8 years ago to do his PhD in physics at EPFL. After that, he found a...
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16. Juni 20232 Min. Lesezeit
OlyExams: a Swiss Invention Gone Global
The scientific committee oversees the various aspects of exam management for the IChO 2023. This includes the preparation, revision,...
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From Challenges to Solutions: Organizing the IChO 2023 in Zurich
The first time Maike Elverfeldt came across the International Science Olympiads was in 2015 when she became involved in the organisation...
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2. Juni 20234 Min. Lesezeit
A researcher is never alone
The pharmacist Wiebke Saal is trying to find a molecule at Roche. The aim is to help people with intestinal disorders. The problem is...
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16. Mai 20233 Min. Lesezeit
IChO 2023 Newsletter Catalyzer #0.4
Let Find Solutions Together! Dear Readers The IChO could not take place without the commitment and dedication of many chemistry...
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12. Mai 20232 Min. Lesezeit
Make the most out of your stay in Zurich!
Explore Zurich on a budget and discover Switzerland's natural beauty. Extend your stay to experience the city and find hidden gems off...
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Carrying the Olympic Spirit Back Home
Dominic Egger is a former IChO participant, PhD student in chemistry at ETH Zurich and member of the Scientific Committee for IChO 2023....
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Fun with chemistry: changing the way we experience the world
My name is Nicolas Armanino. Originally from Brazil, I came to Switzerland to study chemistry and did my PhD in organic Chemistry at ETH....
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Finding solutions in agricultural research
Camilla Corsi grew up in Italy and studied chemistry in Florence before completing a PhD in Organic Chemistry at University College...
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12. Mai 20235 Min. Lesezeit
From Near and Far: How an Event can Shape Lives
Itzel and Ivan both live in Zurich and share at least two things: They’ve participated in the International Science Olympiad, and are...
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Zurich for smart travelers
Discover the vibrant cityscape of Zurich. With swift connections by plane, train or bus and an outstanding public transport network,...
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8. Apr. 20231 Min. Lesezeit
Science for young talents
The Science Olympiads awake talents and curiosity in young people. In 2022, around 6,800 students took part in the first round of the...
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8. Apr. 20231 Min. Lesezeit
Our chemical detectives
"Scientific Committee" sounds like a significant role, and it is. But what exactly do its members do and how did we get here? The...
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8. Apr. 20232 Min. Lesezeit
The power of togetherness: unlocking possibilities
Silena Wegmann is a member of the organising committee for the IChO 2023. For her, the IChO journey has been a thrilling experience so...
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8. Apr. 20231 Min. Lesezeit
Mint-World: where tomorrow's chemists gain their first experience
MINTworld is an educational initiative of Lonza Visp, partner of IChO 2023, and the Canton of Valais. In the experience world,...
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8. Apr. 20231 Min. Lesezeit
My passion: the discovery of novel small molecules
Lorena De Luca studied chemistry in Italy and came to ETH Zurich for her PhD. After working briefly in the pharmaceutical industry, she...
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3. Apr. 20231 Min. Lesezeit
International Chemistry Tournament
As the clock is ticking and the tournament is slowly approaching, the international scientific committee has just approved the problems...
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24. März 20231 Min. Lesezeit
Let's meet Marco Gerber
Marco is the head of the Organizing Committee for IChO 2023 Marco and the entire IChO 2023 Organizing Committe will do their bestto...
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