Rules for the 2025 Creative Physics Implementation Competition for College Students

The 2025 Creative Physics Implementation Competition for College Students encourages participants to research and design various physics experimental teaching aids. Whether presenting brand-new ideas or innovative reinterpretations of classic concepts, students can showcase their hands-on skills and creative applications through this competition.

To make participation more accessible, this competition is free of charge, allowing more students interested in physics practice to join. Through this competition, students can enhance their learning outcomes and contribute to the development of the next generation of outstanding physics researchers and educators!

I. Competition Schedule

a. Preliminary Round – Project Proposal Submission

Participating teams must submit a physics creation project, including:

Written Proposal (Project concept and design overview)
Video Presentation (Demonstration video in either Chinese or English)

Submission Period: March 3, 2025 (Monday) – October 31, 2025 (Friday)
Submission Method: Upload to the Physics Practice Platform

Specific Steps:
First, become a member of the Physics Hands-on Platform. After logging in as a member, select "Hands-on Courses" from the main menu. On the course page, fill in the required information. Please note that the selected field must include "2025 Creative Physics Implementation Competition for College Students."
Target Audience for Teaching Aids Demonstration: "High school level and above."
File Format for Document Submission: PDF is preferred. External webpage links should be used for video introductions, such as YouTube.

Preliminary Review:

The review process is expected to take two weeks.
The list of finalists advancing to the Final Round will be announced by the end of November.

b. Final Round – Presentation & Live Demonstration

Date: January 2026 (Day 2 of the Taiwan Physics Annual Meeting)
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Venue: National Chung Cheng University

Final Round Schedule

Phase 1: Project Presentation (10:00 - 11:00)

Each team will give a 5-minute presentation, followed by a 3-minute Q&A session.
The presentation must include a demonstration of the teaching aid.
This session will be held as a closed-door meeting, attended only by judges and participants.
Staff will record and take photos during the session, and the edited video will be uploaded to the Physics Practice Platform as a competition archive and promotional material for future participants.

Phase 2: Live Demonstration (11:00 - 12:00)

Each team will stand next to their project, allowing teachers and students to visit, interact, and ask questions.
"Audience Choice Award" Voting will take place on-site.
Distinguished Guests will be invited to deliver remarks and present awards.

After the competition, participants are welcome to explore other activities at the Taiwan Physics Annual Meeting, network with peers, and engage in further academic discussions.

II. Competition Evaluation Criteria

The competition will be judged based on a standardized evaluation system. Participants must submit a complete project proposal, which is recommended to include the following components:

a. Project Submission Requirements

Document Proposal (Maximum 20 pages)
Video Presentation (Maximum 5 minutes)

Scientific Principles (Physics Model)

Clearly explain the physics concepts and theoretical basis behind the project.

Experiment Design & Planning

Describe the experimental setup, material selection, and assembly process (e.g., hardware structure, choice of components).
If software is used for data analysis or device control, provide a code summary.

Experimental Results & Analysis

Include measured data and graphical representations to present the test results and analysis approach.

Error Sources & Uncertainty Estimation

Identify potential error sources during measurements and provide uncertainty analysis.

Conclusion

Summarize key findings, applications of the project, and potential areas for improvement.

b. Judging Process

The panel of judges will evaluate all entries based on a standardized scoring rubric to ensure fairness and objectivity.
Participants may use AI for language refinement, but must adhere to the following guidelines:
All data must be real and based on actual measurements. Fabricated data is strictly prohibited.
All key claims in the document must be supported with proper citations and references.

c. Scoring Criteria

All submissions will be evaluated based on the following five key aspects, ensuring a balance between scientific rigor, creativity, and data analysis proficiency.

Evaluation Criteria	Weight (%)	Evaluation Standards
Scientific Principles	20%	Does the project clearly explain the physics model and theoretical foundation? Is it accurately applied in the teaching aid?
Experiment Design & Planning	20%	Is the design, material selection, and assembly process reasonable? Does the setup effectively validate the physics concept? If software is used, is the code well-structured and functional?
Experimental Results & Analysis	40%	Are real test data and graphs provided? Is the analysis thorough and well-explained? Does the presentation effectively support the proposed physics concept?
Error Sources & Uncertainty Estimation	5%	Are measurement errors and uncertainties properly considered and analyzed?
Conclusion & Discussion	15%	Does the project provide a clear conclusion connecting experimental data with physics principles? Are further improvements or future applications suggested?

The judging panel will use this structured scoring system to ensure a fair and transparent evaluation process!

III. Awards & Prizes

The competition will award the following prizes based on the judges' evaluations:

1st Place (1 team): NT$8,000
2nd Place (1 team): NT$6,000
3rd Place (1 team): NT$4,000
Honorable Mention (4 teams): NT$500 per team
Audience Choice Award (1 team): A mystery gift

Additional Prizes for Winning Teams

In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive:

Official Award Certificates – One certificate per team member, issued by the Taiwan Physical Society.
Personalized Custom Medals – One medal per team member.

IV. Final Round Rules & Violation Policy

a. Final Day Rules

Identity Verification

Participants must present valid identification (National ID and Student ID) during check-in to confirm their identity.
Substitutes are strictly prohibited—only registered team members may participate.

Project Setup Time

Teams must arrive at the competition venue between 08:00 - 10:00 AM to set up and test their projects, ensuring proper functionality.
If issues arise before the competition starts, teams may make adjustments within the allocated setup time, but must adhere to the competition schedule.

Competition Schedule & Format

The competition runs from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Each team must present their project through a structured presentation and live demonstration, followed by a Q&A session with the judges.

b. Violation Policy

Any team found guilty of misconduct during the competition will face disqualification. Misconduct includes:

Falsifying data – Fabricating results without actual measurements.
Constructing non-existent experiments – Submitting projects that were never conducted or tested.

If confirmed by the judges, the team will receive a score of 0 and their institution will be notified for further action.

V. Final Round Schedule & Time Allocation

Final Competition Date: January 2026 (Day 2 of the Taiwan Physics Annual Meeting)
Venue: National Chung Cheng University

a. Competition Schedule & Time Allocation

Time	Activity
08:00 - 10:00	Check-in & Project Testing
	Teams check in, set up, and test their projects at the venue.
	Presentation files must be submitted to event staff for centralized storage on the competition computer.
	A total of 7 teams will compete in the final round.
09:50 - 10:00	Opening Remarks
	The host introduces the competition rules and schedule.

b. Phase 1: Project Presentations (10:00 - 10:56)

Each team will present for 5 minutes, followed by 3 minutes of Q&A with the judges.

Time	Team	Presentation Duration
10:00 - 10:08	Team 1	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A
10:08 - 10:16	Team 2	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A
10:16 - 10:24	Team 3	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A
10:24 - 10:32	Team 4	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A
10:32 - 10:40	Team 5	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A
10:40 - 10:48	Team 6	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A
10:48 - 10:56	Team 7	5-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A

10:56 - 11:00 | Transition to Exhibition
The host will invite participants to move to their respective project stations for the live exhibition and open interaction.

c. Phase 2: Project Exhibition & Interactive Session (11:00 - 11:40)

Each team will demonstrate their project while engaging in discussions with attendees, including faculty and students.
Judging panel deliberation and final scoring will take place concurrently.

We encourage participants to use this session for active engagement, networking, and knowledge sharing with fellow attendees!

VI. Scoring & Award Ceremony

Time	Activity
11:40 - 11:45	Opening Remarks by Distinguished Guests
11:45 - 12:00	Award Ceremony & Group Photo

All participating teams must arrive on time and follow the schedule to ensure the smooth progression of the competition. We look forward to your outstanding performances!