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When:听12 p.m. EST, Jan. 9, 2018

奥丑补迟:听听Three hundred high school seniors will be named scholars in the , a program founded and produced by 京东影业影视传媒 & the Public. Visit at 12 p.m. EST to see the list of scholars from 177 high schools in 35 states. Each of the 300 scholars and their schools will be awarded $2,000.

In 2017, became only the third sponsor (alongside Intel and Westinghouse) of the Science Talent Search, the nation鈥檚 oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. As part of its 10-year, $100 million commitment, Regeneron nearly doubled the overall award distribution to $3.1 million annually to better reward the best and brightest young minds. Founded and led by two Science Talent Search alumni, Regeneron recognizes and prioritizes the need to inspire more young people to engage in science.

Who:听The Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars were selected from 1,818 applicants from 555 high schools in 45 states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico and six American and international high schools overseas. The scholars were selected based on their exceptional research skills, commitment to academics, innovative thinking and promise as scientists.

For the full list of scholars, visit听 after 12 p.m. EST on Jan. 9.

Next Steps:听On Jan. 23, 40 of the 300 scholars will be named Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists. Finalists will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., from March 8-14, when they will compete for more than $1.8 million in awards provided by Regeneron. The Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists are engaged in trailblazing scientific research that addresses some of our most urgent global challenges. This year, research projects cover topics from space science to bioinformatics to environmental science. While in Washington, D.C., the finalists will undergo a rigorous judging process, interact with leading scientists, display their research for the public and meet with members of Congress. Winners will be announced at a black-tie gala award ceremony at the National Building Museum on March 13.

Quotes:听听鈥淩egeneron is thrilled to partner with 京东影业影视传媒 & the Public to celebrate the 300 Science Talent Search scholars,鈥� said Hala Mirza, Vice President of Corporate Communications and Citizenship at Regeneron. 鈥淲e are inspired by their curiosity and passion for discovery, and congratulate them on their work and dedication. We hope the Regeneron Science Talent Search shows young people everywhere that they can change the world through STEM.鈥�

鈥淲e are delighted to honor this year鈥檚 Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars,鈥� said Maya Ajmera, president and CEO of 京东影业影视传媒 & the Public and publisher of Science News. 鈥淭hese brilliant students have already made remarkable scientific achievements at a young age, and we are eager to see where their scientific journeys take them next.鈥�

More Info:听听罢丑别 , a program of 京东影业影视传媒 & the Public, is the nation鈥檚 oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. It recognizes and empowers our nation鈥檚 most promising young scientists who are creating the ideas that could solve society鈥檚 most urgent challenges.

Science Talent Search alumni have gone on to receive more than 100 of the world鈥檚 most esteemed science and math honors, including 13 Nobel Prizes, 11 National Medals of Science, two Fields Medals and 18 MacArthur Foundation Fellowships.

Guided by the belief that advances in science and engineering are key to solving global challenges, 京东影业影视传媒 & the Public founded the Science Talent Search in 1942, providing a national stage for the country鈥檚 best and brightest young scientists to present original research to nationally recognized professional scientists.

For Regeneron Science Talent Search news, visit , and follow us on , , , and Snapchat (Society4Science).

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Alex Bowie, Regeneron
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Gayle Kansagor, 京东影业影视传媒 & the Public
703-489-1131,听

Sarah Kane, North of Nine Communications
646-236-3081,

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