CATEGORIES, CHALLENGES AND EXAM CONDITIONS

The NEO Science Grand Final 2025 offers an exciting opportunity for participants to compete across multiple categories and challenges.

Students can showcase their skills in 3 main categories:

1. Mathematics
2. Science
3. Coding 
   

Additionally, students can take part in 3 unique challenges designed to inspire innovation and creativity:

1. Robotix Challenges
2. AI Prompt & AI Art Challenges
3. DIY Project Challenges 
   

CATEGORIES

MATH & SCIENCE CATEGORIES

1. There are 3 exam levels in the Math and Science categories:
   Level 1 > for grades 3-4-5
   Level 2 > for grades 6-7-8
   Level 3 > for grades 9-10-11
2. At each level, students will solve the same questions in the same booklet. However, the total scores will be evaluated only within their specific grade levels.
3. The exams have 40 multiple-choice questions in each category and will last 75 minutes.
4. Each student must take the multiple-choice exam in either the Mathematics or Science category, but it is also possible to take exams in both categories.

CODING CATEGORY

1. The Coding exam will be held through the Codementum platform with special challenges prepared for the NEO Science Grand Final.
2. There are 3 level groups in the Coding category:
   Level 1 > for grades 3-4-5
   Level 2 > for grades 6-7-8
   Level 3 > for grades 9-10-11
3. At each level group student will solve the same challenges. However, the total scores will be evaluated only within their groups (not within each grade).
4. Participants are required to bring their own notebooks to compete in coding category. The Olympiad Committee is not responsible for providing notebooks.
5. Participation in this category does not necessitate any extra charges or fees.

CHALLENGES

ROBOTIX CHALLENGES

• Participants are tasked with designing and building a robot that meets specific criteria. The robot's design must be optimized for the challenges it will face.
• Competitors need to program their robots to perform various tasks autonomously. This might involve coding the robot to navigate a course, pick up objects or accomplish other specific objectives.
• Tasks might include object handling, line following, maze navigation, or even collaborative tasks involving multiple robots.

AI PROMPT CHALLENGES

Participants must provide a written description of the prompt used, along with any additional context or inspiration.

Image Synthesis:

• Participants are required to submit images generated by AI based on provided prompts.
• Prompts should describe specific scenes, objects, or scenarios.
• Additional points will be awarded for creativity, realism, and uniqueness in the generated images.

Image-to-Image Translation:

• Participants must submit before-and-after images showcasing the application of artistic styles to existing images.
• Prompts should specify the desired artistic style or visual characteristics.
• Participants may include a brief explanation of their creative choices.

Character and Creature Design:

• Submissions should include visual representations of characters or creatures generated by AI.
• Participants must describe the characteristics or features provided in the prompts.
• Bonus points will be awarded for originality, imagination, and visual appeal.

3D Model Generation:

• Participants are required to submit 3D models based on the provided prompts.
• Prompts should describe 3D objects or architectural elements.
• Judges will evaluate submissions based on the complexity, detail, and overall visual quality of the models.

DIY PROJECT CHALLENGES

1. Students will compete as a team to assemble and activate special KITs that have been prepared for them in this category.
2. A team must consist of at least 2 and no more than 3 students.
3. Each 8-person group can compete with only 1 team in this category.
4. Teams will compete in 2 levels:
   Level 1 > for grades 5-6-7-8
   Level 2 > for grades 9-10-11
5. A total of 30 teams, a maximum of 15 teams for grades 5-6-7-8 and + 15 teams for grades 9-10-11 will be able to participate in the competitions.
6. After the primary registration of participants, teachers will receive an email providing information about the applications for this category at a later stage.
7. Participation in this category does not necessitate any extra charges or fees.
8. Participants in the Olympiad's DIY category assemble ready-made projects of varying difficulty levels. This category provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for individuals to demonstrate their abilities in hands-on problem solving and creativity. Typically, the projects involve the assembly of pre-designed components to produce a functional and innovative solution.
9. Participants may encounter projects that vary in complexity, catering to different skill levels and interests. These projects could range from basic constructions suitable for beginners, such as simple electronic circuits or mechanical assemblies, to more advanced projects that challenge participants to integrate diverse technologies or solve complex problems.