Recognizing their hard work, determination and curiosity, Westchester County Executive George Latimer, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Science Research teachers and students celebrated the high school seniors selected as Scholars in the 2019 Regeneron Science Talent Search competition. In a ceremony at Regeneron’s Tarrytown campus, the 27 Scholars from 14 Westchester County school districts were presented with certificates of merit, and congratulatory banners to proudly display in their schools. Latimer honored the students for their resolve and commitment to academics and research.
“I am inspired by these remarkable students, and this astounding accomplishment,” Latimer said. “I have no doubt that these students hold promising futures, and careers. We should all be very proud of not only the students, but also their parents, science research teachers, and the impressive school districts we have here in Westchester County.”
The Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars were selected from 1,964 applications, from 601 High Schools nationwide, two U.S. territories and eligible students living in seven other countries. The semi-finalists were selected based on their exceptional research skills, innovative thinking and promise as scientists. Next week, 40 of the 300 scholars will be named Regeneron Science Talent Search Finalists, and will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., where they will compete for more than $1.8 million in awards provided by Regeneron.
This year, 27 Westchester County High School Seniors from 14 school districts were among those selected as scholars. Among them was Rachel Joseph (18) from Somers High School for Optimization of Thermal Hydrolysis for Increased Biogas Generation in Wastewater Treatment.