The National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) is an annual science and mathematics content-based national level quiz competition for senior high schools in Ghana.

Over the years, the quiz has served as an avenue to groom many contestants into successful individuals, who continue to make strides in various fields, excelling in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Here, GhanaWeb takes a look at some remarkable contestants who have gone on to achieve success in their respective careers, demonstrating that the NSMQ serves as a solid foundation for young enterprising students Rachel Amaning Kwarteng  Rachel Amaning Kwarteng, a former student of Aburi Girls' Senior High School, who was a NSMQ 2017 contestant, graduated from the University of Ghana Medical School (UGMS) in 2023.

Jochebed Adwoa Sutherland Similarly, Jochebed Adwoa Sutherland, another female and a fellow 2017 contestant and alumna of Holy Child Senior High School, has also completed medical school.