On April 20, 2024, the Technical University of Moldova buzzed with excitement as nearly 500 physics enthusiasts gathered to showcase their talent and knowledge at the 13th edition of the “In Memoriam Mihai Marinciuc” Physics Competition. The event paid homage to the brilliance of Mihai Marinciuc, a renowned professor from the Department of Physics at the UTM Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications.
Representing 55 high schools and gymnasiums across the country, the young competitors demonstrated impeccable preparation. Their competitive spirit was encouraged by UTM Vice-Rector, Prof. Vasile TRONCIU, PhD; Tamara CURTESCU-MARINCIUC, Director of the ICAR Public Organization; and the deans of the Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications, Assoc. Prof. Lilia SAVA, PhD, and Assoc. Prof. Spiridon RUSU, PhD in Physics.
The results reflected the talent, diligence and hard work of the students and the teachers who guided and supported them. The winners received medals, as well as thunderous applause.
Among the top 15 high schools, the institutions that stood out were IPÎLT “Orizont” from Durlești, IPLT “Spiru Haret” from Chișinău, and IPLTR “Aristotel” from the same city. The competition cup was awarded to “Orizont” Theoretical High School for obtaining the highest number of medals. Beyond academic achievement, the competition highlighted remarkable talented individuals, demonstrating that perseverance and passion for physics are key in reaching success in this field.
Grade 6
Iovu Lucian – IPLT „Mircea Eliade”, Chișinău, 1st place
Dulap Alexandru – IPLTP „M. Berezovschi”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Surlari Daniel – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Ciocana, Chișinău, 2nd place
Coptu Ruben – LT „George Călinescu”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Caraman Albert – IPLT „Ion Creanga”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Duca Lilian – IPLT „Mircea Eliade”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Grade 7
Mereuță Gabriel – LT „Vasile Vasilache”, Chișinău, 1st place
Dudnicenco David – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Ciocana, Chișinău, 2nd place
Bernaz Marcu – IP Liceul „Da Vinci”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Șolari Gordei – LT „Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Untila Robert – LCI „Prometeu Protalent”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Cemîrtan Gabriel – IPLT „Mircea Eliade”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Grade 8
Danu Paulina – IPLT „Spiru Haret”, Chișinău, 1st place
Leahu Bogdan – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Durlești, 2nd place
Margineanu Dragoș – IPLT „Spiru Haret”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Boguș Daria – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Durlești, 3rd place
Popa Cristina – LCI „Prometeu Protalent”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Boxan Artur – IP Liceul „Da Vinci”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Grade 9
Sandu Victor – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Durlești, 1st place
Pîrțac Victor – LT „Lucian Blaga”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Macovei Alexandru – LCI „Prometeu-Prim”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Aricov Anastasia – IPLT „Nicolae Iorga”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Lungu Sebastian – IPLT „Traian”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Vlădicescu Bogdan – IPLT „Nicolae Iorga”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Grade 10
Brînzan Ilie – LT „Mihai Eminescu”, Hâncești, 1st place
Eremia Mirela – LT „Mihai Eminescu”, Hâncești, 2nd place
Mardari Daniel – IPLTR „Aristotel”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Tanas Ștefan – IPLTR „Aristotel”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Secrieru Alex – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Durlești, 3rd place
Dadu Bogdan – IPLT „Mircea Eliade”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Grade 11
Nedelea Călin – IPLT „Mihail Kogălniceanu”, Chișinău, 1st place
Arhip Vadim – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Durlești, 2nd place
Gaitur Ruslan – IPLTR „Aristotel”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Sâli Milena – IPLT „Constantin Stere”, Soroca, 3rd place
Дерменжи Михаил – LT „Orizont”, Ceadâr-Lunga, 3rd place
Stratu Grigore – IPLT „Gheorghe Asachi”, Chișinău, 3rd place
Grade 12
Graur Darius – IPÎLT „Orizont”, Durlești, 1st place
Hariton Marian – IPLTR „Aristotel”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Taran Maxim – IPLT „Spiru Haret”, Chișinău, 2nd place
Roșca Dumitru – LT „Mihai Eminescu”, Hâncești, 3rd place
Хицюк Mаксим – LT „Orizont”, Ceadâr-Lunga, 3rd place
Andon Ștefan – IPLTR „Aristotel”, Chișinău, 3rd place.
The results of the 13th edition of the “In Memoriam Mihai Marinciuc” Competition can be viewed at http://fizica.utm.md/data/concurs_marinciuc.php.
Congratulations, dear students! Embrace your love for physics, and you’ll conquer the universe!
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated teachers who inspire a love for STEM subjects. Special thanks to the Technical University of Moldova and the supporting companies for their financial contributions to the competition.
Through the “In Memoriam Mihai Marinciuc” Physics Competition, open to students in grades VI-XII from the Republic of Moldova, the Technical University of Moldova supports and promotes interest in physics and encourages excellence in science. The event is not just a competition but a tradition aimed to ignite interest in physics and draw public attention to the importance of access to quality education in STEM fields. From its first edition (held on November 26, 2011, at the initiative of a group of physics teachers from Chișinău and the ICAR Public Association) to the present, the competition has remained a beacon of knowledge and inspiration for young science enthusiasts.
