For her #RegeneronISEF project, Lily Ma investigated extra cellular vesicles and how they could be used to prevent or slow down Alzheimer's. https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2026-09-08/a-young-tallahassee-scientists-alzheimers-research-wins-national-acclaim
A young Tallahassee scientist's Alzheimer's research wins national acclaim
Lily Ma, senior at Tallahassee's Chiles High School, probed the possibility of using stem cells as a vehicle to slow or even halt the degenerative process.
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For her #RegeneronISEF project, Lily Ma investigated extra cellular vesicles and how they could be used to prevent or slow down Alzheimer's. https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2026-09-08/a-young-tallahassee-scientists-alzheimers-research-wins-national-acclaim
Kevin Sun, winner of the Craig R. Barrett Award for Innovation at #RegeneronISEF, hopes his research can one day be used to increase recycling rates. https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/student-awarded-for-chipless-radio-frequency-identification-tag/
Massachusetts student awarded for developing printable, chipless RFID tag
The tag's creator, recent high school graduate Kevin Sun, says it easily can be removed, avoiding the threat of contamination in the recycling stream.
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August 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Kevin Sun, winner of the Craig R. Barrett Award for Innovation at #RegeneronISEF, hopes his research can one day be used to increase recycling rates. https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/student-awarded-for-chipless-radio-frequency-identification-tag/
#RegeneronISEF finalist and Peggy Scripps Award for Science Communication winner Aakash Manaswi is using CO2 to fight a common bee-killing pest. Listen to him on the Beekeeping Today Podcast as he discusses his research. https://www.beekeepingtodaypodcast.com/398-aakash-co2-varroa-treatment/
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August 19, 2026 at 3:43 PM
#RegeneronISEF finalist and Peggy Scripps Award for Science Communication winner Aakash Manaswi is using CO2 to fight a common bee-killing pest. Listen to him on the Beekeeping Today Podcast as he discusses his research. https://www.beekeepingtodaypodcast.com/398-aakash-co2-varroa-treatment/
“I wanted my students to experience what it’s like to be in a top-tier science fair, for them to get a bigger picture of what is going on within science and the scientific community.” #RegeneronISEF https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-intel-education-outreach-day/
Arizona students ignite STEM interests at Intel® Education Outreach Day
The Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF) welcomed more than 1,700 young scientists representing 48 U.S. states and…
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August 13, 2026 at 4:12 PM
“I wanted my students to experience what it’s like to be in a top-tier science fair, for them to get a bigger picture of what is going on within science and the scientific community.” #RegeneronISEF https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-intel-education-outreach-day/
2026 #RegeneronISEF finalist and winner of the Peggy Scripps Award for Science Communication Aakash Manaswi is on a mission to save bees. https://www.boredpanda.com/florida-teenager-invents-bee-saving-device/
Florida Teenager Invents Amazing Bee-Saving Device That Dramatically Increases Honey Production
A 17-year-old Florida student may have found an unexpectedly simple way to protect honey bees from a destructive parasite. Animals, Wholesome World
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August 12, 2026 at 4:07 PM
2026 #RegeneronISEF finalist and winner of the Peggy Scripps Award for Science Communication Aakash Manaswi is on a mission to save bees. https://www.boredpanda.com/florida-teenager-invents-bee-saving-device/
Intel® Education Outreach Day brought 1,700 local students and educators from Arizona schools to #RegeneronISEF—the largest science fair in the world—for a unique learning experience. https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-intel-education-outreach-day/
Arizona students ignite STEM interests at Intel® Education Outreach Day
The Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF) welcomed more than 1,700 young scientists representing 48 U.S. states and…
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July 31, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Intel® Education Outreach Day brought 1,700 local students and educators from Arizona schools to #RegeneronISEF—the largest science fair in the world—for a unique learning experience. https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-intel-education-outreach-day/
Hikaru Kuribayashi combined his passion for origami and science to create a simulation program that can predict complex folding outcomes. #RegeneronISEF https://www.businessinsider.com/origami-japan-science-engineering-ai-teen-young-geniuses-2026-7
How this 18-year-old’s love of origami helped him win a $100,000 at a science fair
Hikaru Kuribayashi used origami-inspired technology to win a $100,000 prize at the 2026 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in May.
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July 30, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Hikaru Kuribayashi combined his passion for origami and science to create a simulation program that can predict complex folding outcomes. #RegeneronISEF https://www.businessinsider.com/origami-japan-science-engineering-ai-teen-young-geniuses-2026-7
"I saw a snapping turtle swimming in the water with fluidic movement and very natural motion. I was quite inspired to develop a robot that mimics it."
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This 16-year-old built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that finds microplastics in water
Evan Budz, 16, won a $50,000 scholarship at the International Science and Engineering Fair in May for his microplastic-seeking robot turtle.
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July 22, 2026 at 4:10 PM
"I saw a snapping turtle swimming in the water with fluidic movement and very natural motion. I was quite inspired to develop a robot that mimics it."
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After observing his grandparents unable to cross the street before the pedestrian light turned red, high school student Jay Jung created SmartBlink, an adaptive traffic light system that adjusts its signal changes based on pedestrian speed. #RegeneronISEF
Teen Invents Award-Winning Adaptive Crosswalk System
Jay Jung won a coveted award at the 2026 Regeneron science fair for an adaptive traffic light system inspired by his grandparents.
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July 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
After observing his grandparents unable to cross the street before the pedestrian light turned red, high school student Jay Jung created SmartBlink, an adaptive traffic light system that adjusts its signal changes based on pedestrian speed. #RegeneronISEF
Celebrate #InternationalMoonDay by exploring #RegeneronISEF projects inspired by the moon, spanning categories from Materials Science and Engineering to Astronomy and Software Design. https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-isef-lunar-research-projects/
July 20, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Celebrate #InternationalMoonDay by exploring #RegeneronISEF projects inspired by the moon, spanning categories from Materials Science and Engineering to Astronomy and Software Design. https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-isef-lunar-research-projects/
#RegeneronISEF 2026 finalist Sophie Zeng studied how caffeine may affect kids and adults differently. https://www.snexplores.org/article/caffeine-brain-development-genes
Caffeine may dial down genes crucial for brain development, teen finds
Data from animal studies point to a troubling possibility: Caffeine may alter brain development.
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July 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM
#RegeneronISEF 2026 finalist Sophie Zeng studied how caffeine may affect kids and adults differently. https://www.snexplores.org/article/caffeine-brain-development-genes
Evan Budz created a robotic turtle that can identify microplastics in marine ecosystems. His project won him the Gordon E. Moore Award for Positive Outcomes for Future Generations at #RegeneronISEF. Listen to Evan talk about his research on Here & Now:
Teen inventor Evan Budz and his environmental robot turtle
Canadian high schooler Evan Budz's award-winning robot turtle BURT can identify coral bleaching, invasive species, and microplastics without disturbing marine ecosystems.
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July 16, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Evan Budz created a robotic turtle that can identify microplastics in marine ecosystems. His project won him the Gordon E. Moore Award for Positive Outcomes for Future Generations at #RegeneronISEF. Listen to Evan talk about his research on Here & Now:
”Just earning a spot is something I feel very fortunate about." #RegeneronISEF https://katytimes.com/stories/local-student-receives-recognition-at-regeneron-international-science-and-engineering-fair,165860
Local student receives recognition at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair - Katy Times
Katy resident Vivian Liu, a rising senior at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science, recently competed at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2026 in Phoenix, often ...
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July 14, 2026 at 7:04 PM
”Just earning a spot is something I feel very fortunate about." #RegeneronISEF https://katytimes.com/stories/local-student-receives-recognition-at-regeneron-international-science-and-engineering-fair,165860
"The better we listen to each other, the better we collaborate." #RegeneronISEF https://www.thebrockovichreport.com/p/learn-how-a-17-year-old-took-on-an
Learn How A Teen Took On An Invisible Pollution Crisis
Lakshmi Agrawal traced a mysterious salmon die-off to a to a chemical hiding in car tires, then spent two years engineering a biodegradable filter to pull it out of the water.
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July 13, 2026 at 3:17 PM
"The better we listen to each other, the better we collaborate." #RegeneronISEF https://www.thebrockovichreport.com/p/learn-how-a-17-year-old-took-on-an
Excellent work! #RegeneronISEF
Regeneron Young Scientist Award winner Lakshmi Agrawal developed a sponge that removes salmon-killing pollutants from water. She spoke with @realerinbrockovich.bsky.social and @suzannewriting.bsky.social about her research and what's next.
Learn How A Teen Took On An Invisible Pollution Crisis
Lakshmi Agrawal traced a mysterious salmon die-off to a to a chemical hiding in car tires, then spent two years engineering a biodegradable filter to pull it out of the water.
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July 10, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Excellent work! #RegeneronISEF
After a close call with a car, #RegeneronISEF finalist Cavon Hajimiri developed Hindsight, a wearable radar that senses vehicles approaching from behind and alerts the wearer with a sound or a vibration.
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After a close call with a car, #RegeneronISEF finalist Cavon Hajimiri developed Hindsight, a wearable radar that senses vehicles approaching from behind and alerts the wearer with a sound or a vibration.
16-year-old Sophia Zeng's research hints that caffeine might impact genes involved in brain development. #RegeneronISEF https://www.snexplores.org/article/caffeine-brain-development-genes
Caffeine may dial down genes crucial for brain development, teen finds
Data from animal studies point to a troubling possibility: Caffeine may alter brain development.
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July 9, 2026 at 5:03 PM
16-year-old Sophia Zeng's research hints that caffeine might impact genes involved in brain development. #RegeneronISEF https://www.snexplores.org/article/caffeine-brain-development-genes
These #RegeneronISEF finalists hope their success inspires more young people to explore STEM. https://kvia.com/news/top-stories/2026/07/05/el-paso-students-earn-recognition-at-isef/
El Paso students earn recognition at ISEF
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) --Mia Olivas, Abigail Caguingin, Ivanna Aragon, Ivanna Aragon, Bella Vargas, Marina Itzel Lares-Garcia and Hannah Koh. For these El Paso students, a science fair project became a...
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July 6, 2026 at 3:15 PM
These #RegeneronISEF finalists hope their success inspires more young people to explore STEM. https://kvia.com/news/top-stories/2026/07/05/el-paso-students-earn-recognition-at-isef/
"Making more inclusive and accessible spaces has been one of my priorities for a couple years now." #RegeneronISEF https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/06/25/teenager-using-ai-to-help-grandparents/90662002007/
The surprising invention this teen came up with to help his grandparents cross the street
Jay Jung, 18, invented SmartBlink, an AI-powered adaptive traffic light system that can help people of all abilities safely cross the street.
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July 3, 2026 at 4:43 PM
"Making more inclusive and accessible spaces has been one of my priorities for a couple years now." #RegeneronISEF https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/06/25/teenager-using-ai-to-help-grandparents/90662002007/
A look back at the wonderful insights shared by W.E. Moerner, Sethuraman Panchanathan and Sarah Stewart at the Excellence in Science and Technology, presented by Aramco, at #RegeneronISEF! https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/estp-isef-2026/
What three leading scientists told the next generation at Regeneron ISEF 2026
At Regeneron ISEF 2026, the Excellence in Science and Technology Panel, presented by Aramco, brought together three leading scientists and…
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July 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
A look back at the wonderful insights shared by W.E. Moerner, Sethuraman Panchanathan and Sarah Stewart at the Excellence in Science and Technology, presented by Aramco, at #RegeneronISEF! https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/estp-isef-2026/
From #AspenIdeasHealth: Watch recent #RegeneronSTS finalists Edward Kang and Claire Jiang and #RegeneronISEF alumna Maya Hammoud, in a conversation with Francis Collins about how Gen Z is reimagining what’s possible and having a real world impact. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDJg3omfpR0
Gen Z Superstars: The New Faces of Health Innovation
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June 29, 2026 at 5:41 PM
From #AspenIdeasHealth: Watch recent #RegeneronSTS finalists Edward Kang and Claire Jiang and #RegeneronISEF alumna Maya Hammoud, in a conversation with Francis Collins about how Gen Z is reimagining what’s possible and having a real world impact. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDJg3omfpR0
Tremendous work by #RegeneronISEF finalist Jay Jung, who is working to make crosswalks safer. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/06/25/teenager-using-ai-to-help-grandparents/90662002007
The surprising invention this teen came up with to help his grandparents cross the street
Jay Jung, 18, invented SmartBlink, an AI-powered adaptive traffic light system that can help people of all abilities safely cross the street.
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June 26, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Tremendous work by #RegeneronISEF finalist Jay Jung, who is working to make crosswalks safer. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/06/25/teenager-using-ai-to-help-grandparents/90662002007
“Walking through the exhibition hall and seeing the caliber of research from students around the world was humbling and inspiring at the same time.” #RegeneronISEF
Marquette senior receives international recognition
In May, rising Marquette High senior Ayush Vasireddy, who was one of two winners at the Academy of Science-St. Louis Honors Division Science Fair, participated in the 76th annual Regeneron
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June 25, 2026 at 8:02 PM
“Walking through the exhibition hall and seeing the caliber of research from students around the world was humbling and inspiring at the same time.” #RegeneronISEF
Inspired by his grandparents, Jay Jung created an adaptive traffic light system that can make crosswalks more accessible. His project won him the Behavioral and Social Sciences award at #RegeneronISEF.
The surprising invention this teen came up with to help his grandparents cross the street
Jay Jung, 18, invented SmartBlink, an AI-powered adaptive traffic light system that can help people of all abilities safely cross the street.
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June 25, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Inspired by his grandparents, Jay Jung created an adaptive traffic light system that can make crosswalks more accessible. His project won him the Behavioral and Social Sciences award at #RegeneronISEF.
#RegeneronISEF finalists are using biochemistry, AI and medical research to help advance the conversations around improving mental health. https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-mental-health-awareness-month/
Hope for the future: 2026 Regeneron ISEF finalists research solutions for the mental health crisis
Note: This blog includes references to depression and anxiety, which some readers may find difficult. May is Mental Health Awareness…
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June 19, 2026 at 4:40 PM
#RegeneronISEF finalists are using biochemistry, AI and medical research to help advance the conversations around improving mental health. https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/2026-mental-health-awareness-month/