75th Annual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair Awards Teen Scientists from ...
- In May 2025, nearly 1,700 finalists from over 60 countries gathered in Columbus, Ohio, to compete at the annual international pre-college science and engineering competition hosted by Regeneron.
- This event is part of a worldwide series of science fairs that select students each spring to compete for a total prize pool valued at around nine million U.S. Dollars in scholarships and awards.
- Notable winners included Adam Koval k, 19, who received $100,000 for a new production method of the antiviral drug galidesivir, and others recognized for projects in recycling, AI detection, and prosthetics.
- Koval's method reduces galidesivir production cost from $75 to about $12.50 per gram by cutting synthesis steps and using cheap materials, while finalists like Siyaa Poddar developed low-cost toxic dust detectors.
- The fair highlights STEM innovation worldwide, supported by Regeneron's philanthropic commitment to science education and a broad sponsor community, aiming to foster future scientific leaders.
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Taiwanese students win six awards at American science fair - Focus Taiwan
Taipei, May 17 (CNA) A team of Taiwanese students won six awards at the 75th Annual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF) in Columbus, Ohio, the National Taiwan Science Education Center (NTSEC) said Saturday.

75th Annual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair Awards Teen Scientists from Around the World More Than $9 Million in 2025 Competition
Adam Kovalčík, 19, receives $100,000 Top Award for his development of a medicine that can stop viruses from copying genes and controlling infections at the world's largest pre-college STEM competition in Columbus, Ohio
75th Annual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair Awards Teen Scientists from ...
Adam Kovalčík, 19,receives $100,000 Top Award forhisdevelopment of amedicinethatcan stopviruses from copying genesandcontrolling infectionsat the world’s largest pre-college STEM competition in Columbus, Ohio
The Best of the Best. A High School Graduate From Slovakia Was Recognized in the USA. Adam Kovalčík Is Also Praised by His Home High School
Young scientist Adam Kovalčík scored for the Atlantic with antivirals from corn. He was awarded the award named after the American medical scientist George D. Yancopoulos, intended for the best of the best. The winner also receives 100 thousand dollars (approximately 90 thousand euros - editor's note).
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