Welcome to the 58th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO 2017)

From July 12 to 23, 2017, Rio de Janeiro will host the 58th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO 2017), the first IMO edition to be held in Brazil. During this period we will receive the most talented young students from more than 100 countries around the world, who will come together to solve challenging mathematical problems in a friendly competition.

The history of the IMO goes back to 1959, when its first edition was held in Romania. Since then, the competition has provided a stimulus for mathematics, offering a great opportunity for the creative exchange of ideas and experiences among students from many different cultures.

Organized by Instituto de Matemática Pura e Aplicada (IMPA), the IMO 2017 will be held jointly with the International Congress of Mathematicians ICM 2018, as part of the Biennium of Mathematics 2017–2018 Gomes de Souza, an initiative that aims to disseminate mathematical and scientific knowledge throughout society.

Nominated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Rio de Janeiro provides an exceptional location for the 58th IMO. Breathtaking landscapes, world-famous beaches, brand new infrastructure, and its hospitable people — the cariocas — make the city a unique and spectacular setting for such a significant event.

The organizers are proud to be hosting the IMO and look forward to welcoming all participants to Rio de Janeiro in July 2017.