3M and Discovery Education Announce National Finalists and State Merit Winners in 2019 3M Young Scientist Challenge
25 Juin 2019 - 3:44PM
Business Wire
– Top Ten Finalists Compete for $25,000 Grand
Prize and Title of “America’s Top Young Scientist” –
3M and Discovery Education today announced 10 finalists from
across America as part of its annual 2019 3M Young Scientist
Challenge (#YoungScientist). The nation’s premier middle school
science competition recognizes scientific thinking, communication
and curiosity in students grades 5-8 who demonstrate a passion for
solving everyday problems that could ultimately improve lives
around the world.
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Meet the 2019 3M Young Scientist
Challenge Finalists. (Image Credit: 3M)
After submitting a short video communicating the science behind
a possible innovation to solve an everyday problem, these young
scientists rose to the top of the competition and were selected
over hundreds of others, because of their science acumen,
innovative thinking and exceptional communication skills
demonstrated.
“The ‘3M Young Scientist Challenge’ supports young innovators
who have demonstrated a passion for science, the perseverance to
see their creative discoveries unfold, and a desire to improve the
world around us,” said Denise Rutherford, senior vice president,
corporate affairs, 3M. “We are excited to recognize this new
generation of scientists as part of 3M’s ongoing commitment to
STEM-equity and science advocacy for all students. We are really
energized to play a part in shaping the next generation of change
makers who will lead and mold our future.”
The top 10 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalists – five boys
and five girls, ranging in ages from 9-14 – include those from
public and private schools across the nation. Each finalist will
have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a 3M Scientist during
a mentorship program, where they will be challenged to bring their
innovative concept to life. Students will meet virtually with their
mentors, who will provide guidance to help them move their
innovation from concept to prototype – allowing for a complete
experience in the scientific process.
All 10 finalists will receive $1,000 and a trip to 3M’s
Innovation Center in St. Paul, Minn., where they will participate
in the final competition on October 28 and 29. They will be
evaluated on a series of challenges, including a presentation of
their completed innovation. Each challenge will be scored
independently by a panel of judges. The grand prize winner will
receive $25,000, a unique destination trip and the title of
“America’s Top Young Scientist.”
Top 10 3M Young Scientist Challenge
finalists are listed below in alphabetical order by last
name:
- Jaya Choudhary, Canton, Mich., Canton Charter Academy,
Public Charter
- Caroline Crouchley, Garden City, N.Y., Garden City
Middle School, Garden City School District
- Kara Fan, San Diego, Calif., Mesa Verde Middle School,
Poway Unified School District
- Yosef Granillo, University City, Mo., Remington
Traditional Elementary School, Pattonville School District
- Reshma Kosaraju, San Jose, Calif., Harker Middle School,
Private
- Nishant Lahiri, Corning, N.Y., Alternative School for
Math and Science, Private
- Jordan Prawira, Mountain House, Calif., Altamont
Elementary School, Lammersville Unified School District
- Camellia Sharma, Glen Allen, Va., George H Moody Middle
School, Henrico County School District
- Samyak Shrimali, Beaverton, Ore., Valley Catholic Middle
School, Private
- Faraz Tamboli, Plainsboro, N.J., Community Middle
School, West Windsor-Plainsboro Region School District
In addition to today’s announcement of this year’s Top 10
finalists, 3M and Discovery Education recognized 20 young
individuals as this year’s 3M Young Scientist Challenge State Merit
Winners. These budding young scientists were chosen as a result of
their passion for science, spirit of innovation and effective
communications skills. Each State Merit Winner will receive special
recognition on the challenge website, along with a technology prize
pack.
Top 20 3M Young Scientist Challenge
State Merit Winners are listed below in alphabetical order by
state:
- [Alaska] Anna Devolld, Connections School, Kenai
Peninsula Borough School District
- [California] Aaron Chin, Marshall Middle School,
San Diego Unified School District -Area 5
- [Colorado] Olivia Deering, Cresthill Middle
School, Douglas County School District
- [Florida] Leonardo Ferraro, St Rose of Lima
School, Private
- [Georgia] Vinod Ruppa-Kasani, Taylor Road Middle
School, Fulton County School District
- [Illinois] Emilia Dobek, Wilmette Junior High
School, Wilmette Public School District 39
- [Maryland] Amogh Kashyap, Urbana Middle School,
Frederick County Public School District
- [Maine] J.R. Tibbetts, Bruce M. Whittier Middle
School, Regional School Unit 16
- [Massachusetts] Preethika Vemula, Charles E Brown
Middle School, Newton Public School District
- [New Jersey] Samhita Pokkunuri, Carl Sandburg Middle
School, Old Bridge Township School District
- [New Mexico] Timothy Ryer, El Dorado Community
School, Santa Fe Public School District
- [New York] Aarjav Brahmbhatt, Ardsley Middle School,
Ardsley Union Free School District
- [North Carolina] Riya Shah, Mills Park Middle
School, Wake County Public Schools
- [Oregon] Ekansh Mittal, Meadow Park Middle
School, Beaverton School District
- [South Carolina] Fatima Falah, As-Sabeel Academy,
Private
- [Pennsylvania] Pooja Menon, Collegium Charter
School, Independent
- [Tennessee] Adithya Sastry, Ball Camp Elementary
School, Knox County School District
- [Texas] Caleb Wilson, The Branch School,
Private
- [Virginia] Samvrit Rao, Stone Hill Middle School,
Loudoun County Public School District
- [Washington] Sohil Bhatia, Redmond Middle School,
Lake Washington School District
3M has sponsored the 3M Young Scientist Challenge for more than
a decade, and the program has produced 11 brilliant winners and
more than 100 finalists, some of whom have gone on to give TED
Talks, file patents, found nonprofits, make the Forbes 30 Under 30
list, ring the bell at the New York Stock Exchange and exhibit at
the White House Science Fair. These young innovators have been
featured in Good Morning America, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The New
York Times Magazine, Forbes, Business Insider and more.
“3M’s leadership in applying science and innovation to make a
real impact in the lives of communities across the globe is
inspiring, and Discovery Education is proud to partner with the ‘3M
Young Scientist Challenge’ to ignite a spark of STEM curiosity and
wonder in kids,” said Lori McFarling, senior vice president and
chief marketing officer at Discovery Education. “Together, we
hope to demonstrate for students that STEM can change the
world.”
3M Young Scientist Challenge materials are available at
youngscientistlab.com and through Discovery Education’s digital
curriculum services. For more information about Discovery
Education’s digital content and professional development services,
visit discoveryeducation.com. Stay connected with Discovery
Education through social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and
Pinterest @DiscoveryEd.
About 3M:
At 3M, we apply science in collaborative ways to improve lives
daily. With $33 billion in sales, our 93,000 employees connect with
customers all around the world. Learn more about 3M’s creative
solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M
or @3MNews.
About Discovery
Education:
Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned
digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional
learning for K-12 classrooms. Through its award-winning digital
textbooks, multimedia resources, immersive STEM experiences and the
largest professional learning network of its kind, Discovery
Education is transforming teaching and learning and improving
academic achievement around the globe. Discovery Education’s
services are available in approximately half of U.S. classrooms and
primary schools in the U.K. and reach over 5 million educators and
51 million students in more than 90 countries. Inspired by the
global media company Discovery, Inc., Discovery Education partners
with districts, states, and like-minded organizations to empower
teachers with customized solutions that support the success of all
learners. Explore the future of education at
DiscoveryEducation.com.
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