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Avicenna International Biology Olympiad
International Biology Olympiad

2nd Avicenna International Biology Olympiad

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Join the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad (AIBO) — a global scientific competition where talented students explore life sciences, perform real experiments, and build international friendships inspired by the legacy of Avicenna (Ibn Sina).

April 6–13, 2026 · Uzbekistan
Gold · Silver · Bronze Medals
National Teams Worldwide
Secondary School Students
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Press & News

Latest News & Announcements

Updates, milestones, and highlights.

The First Round of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad Has Begun

6/18/2024

The First Round of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad Has Begun

The first (theoretical) round of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad has officially started.

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AIBO Participants Visit the Historic Landmarks of Bukhara After the Second Round

12/6/2024

AIBO Participants Visit the Historic Landmarks of Bukhara After the Second Round

After completing the second round, participants explored the historic landmarks of Bukhara.

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The First Round of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad Has Begun

6/18/2024

The First Round of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad Has Begun

The first (theoretical) round of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad has officially started.

Read more →
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Competition Format

Olympiad Structure & Evaluation

The Avicenna International Biology Olympiad (AIBO) consists of two main rounds designed to assess both theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills.

Team Composition

Student Participants
Each participating country may send 4 student participants selected through its national biology competition or qualification process.
Team Leaders
Each team is accompanied by two official team leaders who support participants and communicate with the organizers.

Competition Rounds

Round 1: Practical Examination
Hands-on laboratory assessment

Students perform real laboratory experiments to demonstrate practical biological skills, accuracy, and safety awareness.

  • Laboratory-based biological tasks
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Maximum score: 40 points
Round 2: Theoretical Examination
Written biological knowledge assessment

Participants answer written questions covering a wide range of biology topics, from molecular biology to evolution and ecology.

  • Written analytical and problem-based questions
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Maximum score: 80 points

Total maximum score across both rounds: 120 points

Evaluation & Scoring

Assessment Process
  • All theoretical answers and laboratory results are reviewed by experienced university biologists and researchers.
  • Papers are graded anonymously to ensure fairness and equal treatment of all participants.
  • Results go through multiple stages of review before final approval.
  • Team leaders may request clarification or submit appeals during the official review session if necessary.
Key Dates

Important Dates & Timeline

Key milestones of the Avicenna International Biology Olympiad (AIBO)

Official Invitations Sent
Feb 10, 2026

Invitation letters are sent to selected countries.

  • Invitations sent to national Olympiad organizations
  • Team leader nomination begins
  • Countries confirm participation
Registration Opens
Feb 10, 2026

Online registration opens for national teams.

  • Access credentials sent to national coordinators
  • Team information submission begins
  • Participant data collection starts
Registration Deadline
Mar 10, 2026

Final deadline for team registration.

  • All participant data must be submitted
  • No individual registration allowed
  • Late submissions not accepted
Arrival & Opening Ceremony
April 6–7, 2026

Teams arrive in Uzbekistan and opening events begin.

  • International delegations arrive in Khwarazm
  • Opening ceremony
  • Team leader briefing and orientation
Competition Days
April 8–9, 2026

Theoretical and practical examinations take place.

  • Practical Examination (Laboratory work)
  • Theoretical Examination (Written biology tasks)
  • Evaluation by international jury
Cultural Program & Excursion
April 7–12, 2026

Cultural activities and educational excursions.

  • Excursion to Khiva
  • Cultural exchange activities
  • Exploring Uzbekistan’s scientific heritage
Awards & Closing Ceremony
Apr 12, 2026

Final results and medal ceremony.

  • Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals awarded
  • Special awards presentation
  • Closing ceremony and farewell
Help Center

Frequently Asked Questions

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