A two-day long Math and Biochemistry Olympiad, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Fest ended on Saturday with massive participation with a display of academic prowess and scientific ingenuity.
Organised by student-governed clubs of International Hope School Bangladesh (IHSB) Hopians Math, Programming & Robotics Club(HMPRC), IHSB STEM Club, and IHSB NASA Rover Team, these events showcased the dedication and talent of students from various educational backgrounds.
A total of 50 famous schools of the capital participated in this science festival while around 1500 students displayed 115 science projects.
The organizers said that the modern technology-rich projects in this festival with biochemistry, robotics, materials, chemistry and other science-related topics have introduced the students' scientific mindset and scientific thinking.
Dhaka 18 Constituency Member of Parliament Khosru Chowdhury was present as the chief guest in this festival while Professor of Biochemistry and Microbiology Department of NorthSouth University Abdul Khaleque and Pro-Vice Chancellor of Bangladesh Branch of UCSI University of Malaysia Prof. Dat'r Mohammad Saleh Jafaar were present as special guests. Roksana Jerin, Principal of International Hope Schoo delivered welcome speech.
Member of Parliament Khosru Chowdhury commented that such an arrangement will take Bangladesh further in science practice. He also expressed hope that through these science-oriented students, Bangladesh will be able to achieve a position of glory in the world.
In the welcome speech, Principal of IHSB Roksana Jerin said," From the very beginning, students were very interested in this science festival.Through such competitions, students are proving their skills in science and modern technology."