TARRYTOWN, N.Y. and
WASHINGTON, Jan. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Over $3 Million to be Awarded
in Oldest and Most Prestigious U.S. STEM Competition for High
School Seniors
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) and Society for
Science (the Society) today named 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.
Program alumni include recipients of the world's most coveted
science and math honors, including 13 Nobel Prizes and 22 MacArthur
Foundation Fellowships, as well as the founders of many important
science-based companies, including Regeneron.
The 2022 finalists' research projects span a diverse range of
STEM-related subjects, showcasing a breadth of knowledge and depth
of passion for science. Multiple students chose to explore the
wide-ranging impact of COVID-19; for instance, one studies the
effect of pandemic-related economic hardship on marital
functioning, and another evaluated SARS-CoV-2 respiratory droplet
spread to better inform public safety measures. Some students
invented novel therapeutic tools, like a mind-controlled prosthetic
limb and a device for rehabilitating stroke victims, while others
explored topics related to climate change, including a new method
for sustainable biofuels production. Still others dove into social
and political issues, including an examination of voting behavior
in the United States and
influencer advertising on Instagram.
"We are excited to welcome an exceptional group of Regeneron
Science Talent Search 2022 finalists and continue our tradition of
supporting the next generation of scientific leaders," 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
winner. "Competing in the Science Talent Search was
life-changing for me, and helped give me the inspiration and
confidence to devote myself to a life of using science to help
fight disease. We look forward to seeing how this year's
finalists, with their demonstrated perseverance and creativity,
continue to harness the power of science to address the many
challenges facing society, and improve the lives of people around
the world."
The finalists were chosen based on their projects' scientific
rigor and their potential to become world-changing scientists and
leaders. They were selected from 300 scholars, named earlier this
month by Regeneron and the Society for Science. The scholars were
chosen from a pool of over 1,800 highly qualified entrants, all of
whom completed an original research project and extensive
application process.
"Congratulations to the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2022
finalists," said Maya Ajmera,
President and CEO of Society for Science, Publisher
of Science News and 1985 Science Talent Search alum.
"This year's finalists have shown resilience and dedication in the
face of so many obstacles in their educational pursuits. From the
COVID pandemic to the harsh realities of climate change, these
students have demonstrated their leadership and commitment to STEM
innovation. As our world continues to heal and find ways forward,
these students will be the key to solving global challenges not
only today, but in the future."
Finalists will participate in a week-long competition from
March 9-16, 2022, where they will
undergo a rigorous judging process 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 13.
The finalists are each awarded at least $25,000, and the top 10 awards range from
$40,000 to $250,000. The top 10 Regeneron Science Talent
Search 2022 winners will be announced during a live-streamed awards
ceremony on March 15. In total, more
than $3 million in awards will be
distributed throughout the Regeneron Science Talent Search, which
includes awards to finalists as well as $2,000 provided to each of the top 300 scholars
and their schools. Award winners use the prize money to advance
their education and scientific research – a critical investment
toward their future in STEM, and our country's future as a hub of
innovation and progress.
Regeneron Science Talent Search 2022 Fast Facts
- The Regeneron Science Talent Search 2022 finalists represent 37
schools across 19 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 1,804
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
science, behavioral and social sciences, bioengineering, cellular
and molecular biology, chemistry, computational biology and
bioinformatics, computer science, engineering, environmental
science, genomics, materials science, mathematics, medicine and
health, physics, plant sciences and space science.
- For a list of this year's finalists, visit
https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/2022-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 in order to help reward and celebrate the
best and brightest young minds and encourage them to pursue careers
in STEM that 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 and their schools to $2,000 each to inspire more young people to
engage in science.
Program alumni include recipients of the world's most coveted
science and math honors, including 13 Nobel Prizes, 11 National
Medals of Science, six Breakthrough Prizes, 22 MacArthur Foundation
Fellowships and two Fields Medals, as well as the founders of many
important science-based companies, including Regeneron.
Learn more
at https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/.
About Society for Science
Society for Science is
dedicated to the achievement of young scientists in independent
research and to public engagement in science. Established in 1921,
the Society is a nonprofit whose vision is to promote the
understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it
plays in human advancement. Through its world-class competitions,
including the Regeneron Science Talent Search, the Regeneron
International Science and Engineering Fair, the Broadcom MASTERS,
and its award-winning magazine, Science
News and Science News for
Students, 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 30 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 Contacts
Ella
Campbell, Regeneron
914-572-4003,
ella.campbell@regeneron.com
Gayle Kansagor, Society for
Science
703-489-1131,
gkansagor@societyforscience.org
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