Regeneron Science Talent Search to Name 300 U.S. High School Scholars

When:      

12 p.m. EST, Jan. 9, 2018

What:       

Three hundred high school seniors will be named scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, a program founded and produced by Society for Science & the Public. Visit https://student.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts-2018-scholars at 12 p.m. EST to see the list of scholars from 177 high schools in 35 states. Each of the 300 scholars and their schools will be awarded $2,000.

In 2017, Regeneron became only the third sponsor (alongside Intel and Westinghouse) of the Science Talent Search, the nation's oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. As part of its 10-year, $100 million commitment, Regeneron nearly doubled the overall award distribution to $3.1 million annually to better reward the best and brightest young minds. Founded and led by two Science Talent Search alumni, Regeneron recognizes and prioritizes the need to inspire more young people to engage in science.

Who:          

The Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars were selected from 1,818 applicants from 555 high schools in 45 states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico and six American and international high schools overseas. The scholars were selected based on their exceptional research skills, commitment to academics, innovative thinking and promise as scientists. For the full list of scholars, visit https://student.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts-2018-scholars after 12 p.m. EST on Jan. 9.

Next Steps:   

On Jan. 23, 40 of the 300 scholars will be named Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists. Finalists will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., from March 8-14, when they will compete for more than $1.8 million in awards provided by Regeneron. The Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists are engaged in trailblazing scientific research that addresses some of our most urgent global challenges. This year, research projects cover topics from space science to bioinformatics to environmental science. While in Washington, D.C., the finalists will undergo a rigorous judging process, interact with leading scientists, display their research for the public and meet with members of Congress. Winners will be announced at a black-tie gala award ceremony at the National Building Museum on March 13.

Quotes:      

"Regeneron is thrilled to partner with Society for Science & the Public to celebrate the 300 Science Talent Search scholars," said Hala Mirza, Vice President of Corporate Communications and Citizenship at Regeneron. "We are inspired by their curiosity and passion for discovery, and congratulate them on their work and dedication. We hope the Regeneron Science Talent Search shows young people everywhere that they can change the world through STEM."

"We are delighted to honor this year's Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars," said Maya Ajmera, president and CEO of Society for Science & the Public and publisher of Science News. "These brilliant students have already made remarkable scientific achievements at a young age, and we are eager to see where their scientific journeys take them next."

More Info:      

The Regeneron Science Talent Search, a program of Society for Science & the Public, is the nation's oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. It recognizes and empowers our nation's most promising young scientists who are creating the ideas that could solve society's most urgent challenges.

Science Talent Search alumni have gone on to receive more than 100 of the world's most esteemed science and math honors, including 13 Nobel Prizes, 11 National Medals of Science, two Fields Medals and 18 MacArthur Foundation Fellowships.

Guided by the belief that advances in science and engineering are key to solving global challenges, Society for Science & the Public founded the Science Talent Search in 1942, providing a national stage for the country's best and brightest young scientists to present original research to nationally recognized professional scientists.

For Regeneron Science Talent Search news, visit https://student.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts, and follow us on Medium, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat (Society4Science).

Media
Contacts:   

Alex Bowie, Regeneron
202-213-1643, [email protected]

Gayle Kansagor, Society for Science & the Public
703-489-1131, [email protected]

Sarah Kane, North of Nine Communications 
646-236-3081, [email protected]