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With support from Ajax Systems, Ukrainian school students traveled to Zurich, Switzerland, to compete in the International Young Physicists' Tournament (IYPT), where they won third place. The company also funded the Ukrainian university team’s participation in the International Physicists' Tournament (IPT) in Stillwater, USA.
The Olympic Games of physics
IYPT and IPT are among the world's most prestigious scientific competitions. This year, the events brought together some of the brightest young physicists: 35 school teams at IYPT and 20 university teams at IPT.
These tournaments are nothing like traditional academic olympiads. There are no standard problems with predetermined answers; instead, teams tackle real-world scientific challenges. Throughout the year, participants conduct lab research, run physical experiments, and develop their own solutions. The competition culminates in intellectual debates held in English. Students not only present their projects but also critique and peer-review their opponents' research.
The Ukrainian national team's research at this year's IYPT was called Monochromator. The team presented an optical system that used a sugar solution and polarizing filters to transmit light of only a specific wavelength.
Investing in the future of Ukrainian science
Competing on a global stage gives young scientists the opportunity to establish themselves internationally and gain unique experience.
The IYPT shapes a new generation of engineers and researchers. For Ukrainian school students, participating means competing against the strongest teams in the world and representing our scientific tradition. With the support of Ajax Systems, the team could focus on what mattered most — preparation and performance.
For Ajax Systems, investing in initiatives like these means building the future of Ukrainian engineering. We want talented Ukrainian school students to be able to tackle complex challenges, gain international experience, and represent Ukraine at the world’s most prestigious competitions. This is a key focus area of our Ajax Next program.
This year, the Ajax Next educational program enabled nearly 200 young talents to participate in math olympiads, international physics tournaments, and specialized summer camps.
About Ajax Systems
Ajax Systems is an international tech company and the largest manufacturer of security systems in Europe, with over 4.5 million end users and 330K PRO users in more than 180 countries worldwide. The company offers end-to-end solutions for protecting homes and businesses of any scale. To date, Ajax product portfolio includes 280 devices for intrusion protection, video surveillance, fire and life safety, and comfort and automation.
About Ajax Next
Ajax Next is a program dedicated to advancing engineering education in Ukraine. In cooperation with leading educational institutions and partners, Ajax Systems has equipped 5 modern laboratories, where more than 2,000 engineering students have gained hands-on experience. With 10 learning programs organized, the company provided a career launchpad for 60 participants who now work at Ajax Systems.
