Allison Lee is in the running for a grand prize of $250,000 in the prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search. She is among the finalists chosen from 300 outstanding scholars and nearly 2,500 applicants.
This competition, now in its 84th year, is known as the nation’s oldest science and math contest for high school seniors. It recognizes young minds who display remarkable scientific talent and creativity. Alumni of the program have won 13 Nobel Prizes and 23 MacArthur Fellowships and have launched numerous influential companies, including Regeneron itself.
Overall, the competition will award more than $3 million. Each finalist is guaranteed at least $25,000, while the top 10 prizes range from $40,000 to the grand prize of $250,000.
As a finalist, Allison will head to Washington, D.C., to present her research project titled “A Deep Learning Model for the Galaxy Merger Identification.” Previously, her talent earned both her and her school district a $2,000 grant when she was named one of the top 300 scholars.
During a recent Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Victor Valeski praised Allison’s accomplishment. He remarked, “Her dedication and scientific rigor show her potential for groundbreaking research.”
The competition is set for March 6-12, 2025. Finalists will face a tough judging process while competing for over $1.8 million in prizes. They will also have the chance to engage with leading scientists and showcase their research to the public on March 9, both in person and online. The top 10 winners will be announced during a live awards ceremony on March 11 from Washington, D.C.
