Jason Antwi-Agyei, the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) champion, has expressed his desire to work with Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann, a renowned biomedical engineer and NSMQ quiz mistress. He hopes to collaborate with her to engineer machines and devices that will enhance healthcare and the general quality of life for all humans. Jason made this statement after starting his Mechanical Engineering studies at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
Jason Antwi-Agyei, a student of Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), led his team to victory in the 2026 NSMQ Grand Finale, beating St Augustine's College and Accra Academy to win the school's ninth title. He also helped KNUST Basic School win the Junior Science and Maths Quiz (JSMQ) in 2023, becoming the first Ghanaian to win both the JSMQ and NSMQ trophies.
Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann has been the NSMQ quiz mistress since 2006 and is a biomedical engineer and the founding head of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Ghana. She is also the Dean of the School of Engineering Sciences at the university. In 2025, she became the first Ghanaian to be elected an International Fellow of the UK's Royal Academy of Engineering.
Jason Antwi-Agyei's dream of working with Prof Kaufmann was shared on Instagram by VOK Live, days after he began his engineering studies at KNUST. Throughout his NSMQ journey, Jason was quizzed by Prof Kaufmann, and now he hopes to one day work alongside her. This statement has generated significant interest among his fans and followers.
Jason Antwi-Agyei has started studying Mechanical Engineering at KNUST, a move he believes will help him achieve his dream of improving healthcare. He chose mechanical engineering because it will enable him to design and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. His passion for engineering and desire to make a positive impact are evident in his decision.
Upon his return to KNUST Basic, Jason Antwi-Agyei received a hero's welcome, with pupils gathering at the assembly grounds to applaud the NSMQ champion. Teachers and staff joined in the celebration, and he encouraged the pupils to stay focused on their studies, work hard, and believe in their ability to achieve great things.
Jason Antwi-Agyei's achievement has inspired many, and his dream of working with Prof Kaufmann has sparked a new wave of interest in STEM education. As he begins his engineering studies, he is expected to make significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering and healthcare in the future. His collaboration with Prof Kaufmann, if realized, will be a significant milestone in his career.
Key points
- Jason Antwi-Agyei, the 2026 NSMQ champion, wants to work with Prof Elsie Effah Kaufmann to improve healthcare.
- Jason Antwi-Agyei has started studying Mechanical Engineering at KNUST to achieve his dream.
- Prof Elsie Effah Kaufmann is a renowned biomedical engineer and NSMQ quiz mistress.
