# Turkey participation in International Nuclear Science Olympi

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> Updated: 2026-08-08T19:27:24.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2.

Turkey participated in the 3rd International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO-2026) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 2 to 9, marking its debut appearance in the competition. Following a nationwide selection process and intensive training conducted by the Turkish Energy, Nuclear and Mineral Research Agency (TENMAK) under the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, the Turkish high school delegation competed against approximately 120 contestants from 19 countries.

The training involved theoretical sessions in Istanbul and practical applications in Ankara. The Turkish team achieved significant success, with every participant placing in their respective categories. The delegation secured four medals: Ayaz Büyükterzi earned a gold medal for ranking in the top three overall, while Mert Karan, Barış Canbolat, and Ömer Akhan each received bronze medals.

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar noted that the achievement demonstrates the competence of Turkish youth in nuclear sciences and the country's commitment to training future scientists.

## Claims

- The success demonstrates Turkey's commitment to training future scientists. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Turkey participated in the International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO) for the first time. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The competition was held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 2 to August 9, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- 120 contestants from 19 countries participated in the event. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Ayaz Büyükterzi won a gold medal by placing in the top three in the general ranking. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Mert Karan, Barış Canbolat, and Ömer Akhan each won bronze medals in their respective branches. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Turkish team's preparation was coordinated by TENMAK under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The selection process for the team involved a two-stage examination followed by theoretical and applied training. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Türkiye wins four medals in debut at Nuclear Science Olympiad

In its first appearance at the International Nuclear Science Olympiad in Jeddah, Türkiye won four medals: one gold by Ayaz Büyükterzi and three bronze medals won by Mert Karan, Barış Canbolat, and Ömer Akhan.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-wins-four-medals-at-international-nuclear-science-olympiad

### 2026-08-01: Turkey to compete in International Nuclear Science Olympiad in Saudi Arabia

Turkey's first‑time competitor team, from Istanbul Bahçeşehir High School, trained in Ankara and will contest the INSO‑2026 in Jeddah (2‑9 Aug) aiming for medals.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-high-school-team-prepares-for-international-nuclear-science-olympiad-in-jeddah

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