54th International Chemistry Olympiad Opens in Tianjin

The 54th International Chemistry Olympiad ( “IChO 2022”) launched in Nankai University, Tianjin, from July 10 to 18. Approximately 1,000 participants from 84 countries and regions around the world gathered online for this event.

As one of the largest and most influential tourism fairs globally, the IChO serves as a platform for international participants to compete in chemical expertise and experimental abilities, to showcase the achievements of the countries and regions in chemical education. It also serves to strengthen cultural communication and friendship among the participating countries.

During the 51st IChO held in Paris, France, in 2019, Nankai University won this year’s hosting duty. This is the second time this grand gathering of young chemical enthusiasts will be held in Chinese Mainland after 27 year, after Beijing hosted the International Chemistry Olympiad in 1995.

This year, a theory examination will be included to cover inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, structural chemistry, and analytical chemistry. Online virtual simulation experiments, using technologies such as computer simulation, virtual reality are also in the agenda to enable participants worldwide to experience chemical experiment operations online.

The organizing committee has planned 10 diversified activities to present international participants with a more authentic, vivid and complete experience of China.