Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) and Society for
Science (the Society) today announced the top 40 finalists in this
year’s Regeneron Science Talent Search, the nation’s oldest and
most prestigious science and math competition for high school
seniors. The competition, now in its 82nd year, celebrates and
rewards young scientists focused on a wide range of scientific
topics from the space race to the AIDS epidemic to climate change.
Many past winners continue to pursue innovation for the good of
society and the planet, with program alumni receiving some of the
world’s most coveted science and math honors, including 13 Nobel
Prizes and 22 MacArthur Foundation Fellowships, as well as becoming
the founders of many important science-based companies, such as
Regeneron.
The 2023 finalists’ research projects showcase their breadth of
knowledge, their commitment to addressing issues important to
modern society, and their passion for STEM. Multiple students chose
to explore research topics on climate change; for instance, one
studied the environmental potential of human-made materials
such as cement to help reduce emissions, and another evaluated the
correlation between air pollution and COVID-19 cases. Some students
invented health monitoring devices, like a color-changing sensor to
help detect the presence of illicit drugs in drinks; others
explored topics related to space, including a new method to test
for the existence of large populations of black holes. Other
finalists dove into social and political issues, including an
examination of media coverage about violent crimes to understand
its impact on societal perceptions, and an evaluation of linguistic
features in writing to predict suicide risk.
“Congratulations to an exceptional group of Regeneron Science
Talent Search 2023 finalists,” said George D. Yancopoulos, M.D.,
Ph.D., Co-founder, President and Chief Scientific Officer of
Regeneron, and a 1976 Science Talent Search finalist and top
winner. “Inspiring and equipping the brightest minds to take on the
world’s most pressing issues is one of the most important ways we
can ensure the scientific advancements necessary to better our
society. We know the future is bright for these young scientists
and are excited to see the positive impact they will make.”
The finalists were chosen based on their projects’ scientific
rigor and their potential to become world-changing scientific
leaders. Finalists were selected by a national jury of professional
scientists from a pool of 300 scholars, who were announced earlier
this month. The scholars were chosen from a pool of over 1,900
highly-qualified entrants, all of whom completed an original
research project and extensive application process.
“We are thrilled to welcome this inspiring and highly
talented class of Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists,” said
Maya Ajmera, President and CEO, Society for Science and Executive
Publisher, Science News. “I am certain these extraordinary students
will be following in the footsteps of our many accomplished alumni
who are the forefront of breakthrough discoveries. The 2023
finalists will be using their leadership, intellect, creativity and
STEM skills to solve our world’s most intractable challenges.”
Finalists will participate in a week-long competition in March
2023, during which they will undergo a rigorous judging
process that goes beyond their own research to encompass other
scientific disciplines and compete for more than $1.8 million in
awards. They will also have an opportunity to interact with
leading scientists and share their research during a virtual
“Public Day” event on March 12. The top 10 Regeneron Science Talent
Search 2023 winners will be announced during an awards ceremony on
March 14, streamed live from Washington, D.C.
In total, more than $3 million in awards will be distributed
throughout the Regeneron Science Talent Search. The finalists are
each awarded at least $25,000, and the top 10 awards range from
$40,000 to $250,000. Finalists may use their award prize money
solely for educational purposes and can choose for those funds to
be released directly to their college or university. The top 300
scholars, each of whom receive $2,000, may use their awards as they
see fit; each of their schools are also awarded $2,000 to support
math and science programs, a critical investment toward their
future in STEM, and our country’s future as a hub of innovation and
progress.
Regeneron Science Talent Search 2023 Fast
Facts
- The Regeneron Science Talent Search 2023 finalists represent 34
schools across 14 states. They are competing for more than $1.8
million, with a top prize of $250,000.
- Forty finalists were selected from 300 scholars and 1,949
entrants based on the originality and creativity of their
scientific research, as well as their achievement and leadership
both inside and outside of the classroom.
- Finalist projects cover disciplines of science including animal
sciences, behavioral and social sciences, biochemistry, cellular
and molecular biology, chemistry, computational biology and
bioinformatics, computer science, engineering, environmental
science, genomics, mathematics, medicine and health, neuroscience,
physics, plant science, and space science.
- For a list of this year’s finalists, visit
https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/2023-finalists/
About the Regeneron Science Talent Search
The Regeneron Science Talent Search, a program of Society for
Science since 1942, is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious
science and math competition for high school seniors. Each year,
nearly 2,000 student entrants submit original research in
critically important scientific fields of study and are judged by
leading experts in their fields. Unique among high school
competitions in the U.S. and around the world, the Regeneron
Science Talent Search focuses on identifying, inspiring and
engaging the nation’s most promising young scientists who are
creating the ideas that could solve society’s most urgent
challenges.
In 2017, Regeneron became only the third sponsor of
the Science Talent Search to help reward and celebrate the best and
brightest young minds and encourage them to pursue careers in STEM
as a way to positively impact the world. Through its 10-year, $100
million commitment, Regeneron nearly doubled the overall award
distribution to $3.1 million annually, increasing the top award to
$250,000 and doubling the awards for the top 300 scholars to $2,000
and their schools to $2,000 for each enrolled scholar to inspire
more young people to engage in science.
Learn more
at https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/.
About Society for Science
Society for Science is a champion for science, dedicated to
promoting the understanding and appreciation of science and the
vital role it plays in human advancement. Established in 1921,
Society for Science is best known for its award-winning journalism
through Science News and Science News Explores, its
world-class science research competitions for students, including
the Regeneron Science Talent Search, the Regeneron International
Science and Engineering Fair and the Thermo Fisher Scientific
Junior Innovators Challenge, and its outreach and equity
programming that seeks to ensure that all students have an
opportunity to pursue a career in STEM. A 501(c)(3) membership
organization, Society for Science is committed to inform, educate
and inspire. Learn more at www.societyforscience.org and
follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and
Snapchat (Society4Science).
About Regeneron
Regeneron (NASDAQ: REGN) is a leading biotechnology company that
invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious
diseases. Founded and led for 35 years by physician-scientists, our
unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science
into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and numerous
product candidates in development, nearly all of which were
homegrown in our laboratories. Our two most senior leaders, Leonard
Schleifer, M.D., Ph.D., and George Yancopoulos, M.D., Ph.D., credit
their experiences at the Science Talent Search for putting them on
a path to start the company and ultimately, along with their team,
invent important, life-changing medicines. Our medicines and
pipeline are designed to help people with eye diseases, allergic
and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic
diseases, pain, hematologic conditions, infectious diseases and
rare diseases.
Regeneron believes that operating as a good corporate citizen is
crucial to delivering on our mission. We approach corporate
responsibility with three goals in mind: to improve the lives of
people with serious disease, to foster a culture of
integrity and excellence and to build
sustainable communities. Regeneron is proud to be included on the
Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the Civic 50 list of the
most “community-minded” companies in the U.S. Throughout the year,
Regeneron empowers and supports employees to give back through our
volunteering, pro-bono and matching gift programs. Our most
significant philanthropic commitments are in the area of science
education, including the Regeneron Science Talent Search and
Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.
For additional information about the company, please visit
www.regeneron.com or follow @Regeneron on Twitter.
Media ContactsJoseph Brown,
Regeneron386-283-1323, joseph.brown2@regeneron.com
Gayle Kansagor, Society for
Science703-489-1131, gkansagor@societyforscience.org
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