Competition Rules

​1、Originality: All entries must be completed independently by the participant. No submissions of others' works are allowed. Participants may use their own previous competition works.

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2、Content Restrictions: All entries must not contain obscene, violent, sexual, defamatory, inappropriate, or controversial content. Violation of this rule will result in disqualification without prior notice.

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3、Personal Data Use: Personal information provided by participants will only be used for competition contact purposes and to distribute competition notifications.

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​4、Accuracy of Information: Participants must ensure that their personal information is accurate. The organizers will not be responsible for any errors.

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5、Acceptance of Terms: By submitting their entries, participants agree to all competition terms and conditions. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant believed to have violated any competition rules, and there will be no appeals process.

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Scoring Criteria

• Knowledge Accuracy and Logical Coherence: When answering questions, accurately apply core scientific knowledge points in the field of biology, including cell metabolism mechanisms, genetic inheritance rules, ecosystem stability principles, and molecular biological reaction pathways. Problem-solving ideas must be logically rigorous, with every step—from elaborating biological theories, experimental operation norms, and data analysis methods to the entire reasoning process and final conclusion—closely linked, free of obvious knowledge errors or logical flaws. For discussion questions (e.g., discussing the impact of biodiversity protection on ecosystem resilience) and analysis questions (e.g., analyzing the validity of population genetics experimental data), participants must demonstrate a precise understanding of scientific concepts such as "controlled experiments" and "biological modeling". The argumentation process should be hierarchical and progressive, conforming to the systematic development logic of biology, to ensure the accuracy and coherence of the entire answering process.

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• Method Application and Skill Demonstration: Skillfully apply appropriate biological learning and analysis methods to solve problems. In experimental design questions, correctly use scientific research methods such as the controlled variable method and data induction method, just like accurately operating professional biological laboratory instruments (e.g., high-resolution microscopes, centrifuges, and PCR amplifiers). In data analysis questions, use appropriate statistical tools and logical reasoning skills, such as population quantity trend analysis, judgment of correlation between enzyme activity and environmental factors, and genetic variation data interpretation. When dealing with interdisciplinary problems, skillfully integrate knowledge from multiple scientific fields (biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, etc.) for comprehensive analysis. The operation process should be smooth and natural, just like a professional biologist conducting frontier research, demonstrating solid subject literacy and skill mastery, and making the problem-solving process efficient and accurate.

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• Answering Standards and Expression Presentation: Answers should be presented in a standardized and standardized manner. In formula derivation (e.g., Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium equation) or experimental steps, expressions must be accurate and in line with biological scientific norms. The text should be concise, clear, professional and appropriate, complying with the question’s format and standard requirements. For scientific essay questions, the structure should be clear with a complete introduction, body and conclusion. The language should be suitable for the theme and young participant audience, avoiding overly obscure professional biological terms that may cause understanding barriers. When elaborating viewpoints, maintain a calm and rigorous attitude like a scientific researcher presenting findings, communicating with examiners through precise language and typical biological cases (such as CRISPR gene editing technology, Mendel's pea hybridization experiments, and the development of COVID-19 vaccines), showing good control over the answering process.

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• In-depth Understanding and Expansion Innovation: Develop a deep understanding of the principles behind the biological knowledge involved in the questions and their practical application scenarios. Beyond solving superficial problems (e.g., answering the definition of a biological concept or the steps of a basic biological experiment), participants should expand answers by combining real-world situations, putting forward innovative insights or feasible solutions. For example, in questions about the development of biological conservation technologies, deeply explore multiple influencing factors behind the phenomenon, such as technological bottlenecks in biodiversity monitoring, policy support for ecological protection projects, and the impact of human activities on global ecosystems. Propose unique ideas for promoting biological science and technology among global youth, such as integrating cutting-edge biological research into youth science education programs. This approach can resonate with examiners, demonstrating in-depth mastery and flexible application of biological knowledge.