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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Scientific leaders honored by 3M and Discovery Education
ST. PAUL, Minn. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced the recipients in the 2025 Alumni Grants Program. As part of the Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network, the Alumni Grants Program supports past participants of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist). The 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network is comprised of former 3M Young Scientist Challenge participants, ranging from middle school to PhD candidates, and individuals pursuing full-time careers. Alumni collaborate in networking events, collaborate in a scientific community, and cheer on the next generation of young scientists. As part of the Alumni Network, former finalists are eligible to apply for continued support through the annual Grant Awards. The Grant Awards provide additional funding for current Alumni projects such as continuation of their original entry project, a new innovation that improves upon the world with STEM, or promoting science in their community and creating the next generation of young scientists. The 2025 Alumni Grants Program recipients are listed below by category and including their 3M Young Scientist Challenge participation year: Continuation of 3M Young Scientist Challenge Project Sean Jiang, Baltimore, Maryland, Infosound - A Novel Navigation Device Powered by AI and Depth-Sensing Technology for the Blind, 2023 Aakash Manaswi, Orlando, Florida, Evaluating the Efficacy of Novel Carbon Dioxide Spray and Pesticides Using a Convolutional Neural Network for Varroa Mite Treatment in Honeybee Colonies, 2024 This grant supports Alumni who are interested in continuing to progress or evolve the project they originally developed during the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. Each winner in this funding category receives $5,000. New Idea to Improve the World Viraj Pandey, San Jose, CA, A Novel Triad for Clean Energy: Photocatalytic Hydrogen Generation Using Graphene Quantum Dots, Titanium Dioxide, and Sunlight, 2020 Moitri Santra, Oviedo, Florida, Development of a Microneedle Patch Sensor for Detecting Oxytetracycline in Citrus Root Tissues, 2021 Scientists are always exploring new ideas, and this category of funding is available to Alumni to support projects that are different from their original 3M Young Scientist Challenge innovation but have the goal of helping improve the world. Each winner in this funding category receives $2,500. Science in Your Community Anish Kosaraju, Saratoga, California, VeriCare, 2023 Veda Murthy, Fairfax, Virginia, Vishnu Murthy Foundation Science in Your Community, 2021 Amritha Praveen, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, Amethyst Changemakers- Bridging Abilities in STEM, 2023 Daniel Thomas, Colleyville, Texas, Mwalimu (Swahili for Teacher), 2022 Harini Venkatesh, Brentwood, New Hampshire, STEMpower!, 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni are wonderful advocates for STEM in their communities. Funding can be used to support Alumni initiatives, such as community enrichment opportunities, school events, or community activation projects that help support the next generation of young scientists. Each winner in this area of funding receives $2,000. "The 3M Young Scientist Challenge showcases the power of middle school minds to change the world. The Alumni Grant Program offers past Young Scientist Challenge participants new opportunities to follow their curiosity," said Torie Clarke, 3M's executive vice president and chief public affairs officer. "I'm proud of 3M's support for this program. Congratulations to each of this year's recipients!" As the nation's premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for a mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize, and the chance to earn the title of "America's Top Young Scientist." America's Top Young Scientists 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 also been named TIME Magazine's first Kid of the Year, featured in The New York Times Magazine, Forbes, and Business Insider, and appeared on national television programs such as Good Morning America, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and more. All previous 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalists who are part of the Alumni Network were eligible to apply for an Alumni Grant. "The 3M Young Scientist Challenge demonstrates what can happen when students apply what is learned in the classroom to the world around them," said Amy Nakamoto, executive vice president of marketing and corporate partnerships at Discovery Education. "These alumni are exemplars of cultivating curiosity to make the world a better place and we are excited that they are able to continue their work. Congratulations!" To learn more about the Alumni Grants Program, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, and to find supporting resources, visit About 3M 3M (NYSE: MMM) believes science helps create a brighter world for everyone. By unlocking the power of people, ideas and science to reimagine what's possible, our global team uniquely addresses the opportunities and challenges of our customers, communities, and planet. Learn how we're working to improve lives and make what's next at About Discovery Education Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, PK-12, digital solutions support learning wherever it takes place. Through award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and strategic alliances, Discovery Education helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Through partnerships with districts, states, and trusted organizations, Discovery Education empowers teachers with essential edtech solutions that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and accelerate learning. Explore the future of education at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE 3M Company Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Science
- Irish Independent
‘If you were their dad, you'd never shut up about them': how Stripe founders Patrick and John Collison came full circle
As the billionaires' firm was announced as sponsors of the Young Scientist competition that catapulted Patrick into the limelight, John Meagher charts the brothers' remarkable rise It was January 2005, and the Irish Independent's headline declared 16-year-old Patrick Collison 'the smartest redhead in Ireland'. He had just won the Esat BT Young Scientist of the Year, 12 months after finishing a runner-up in the competition.
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Science
- Irish Independent
‘If you were their dad, you'd never shut about them': how Stripe founders Patrick and John Collison came full circle
As the billionaires' firm was announced as sponsors of the Young Scientist competition that catapulted Patrick into the limelight, John Meagher charts the brothers' remarkable rise It was January 2005, and the Irish Independent's headline declared 16-year-old Patrick Collison 'the smartest redhead in Ireland'. He had just won the Esat BT Young Scientist of the Year, 12 months after finishing a runner-up in the competition.
Associated Press
7 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Scientific Leaders Honored by 3M and Discovery Education
ST. PAUL, Minn. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 28, 2025 /3BL/ - 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced the recipients in the 2025 Alumni Grants Program. As part of the Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network, the Alumni Grants Program supports past participants of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist). The 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network is comprised of former 3M Young Scientist Challenge participants, ranging from middle school to PhD candidates, and individuals pursuing full-time careers. Alumni collaborate in networking events, collaborate in a scientific community, and cheer on the next generation of young scientists. As part of the Alumni Network, former finalists are eligible to apply for continued support through the annual Grant Awards. The Grant Awards provide additional funding for current Alumni projects such as continuation of their original entry project, a new innovation that improves upon the world with STEM, or promoting science in their community and creating the next generation of young scientists. The 2025 Alumni Grants Program recipients are listed below by category and including their 3M Young Scientist Challenge participation year: Continuation of 3M Young Scientist Challenge Project This grant supports Alumni who are interested in continuing to progress or evolve the project they originally developed during the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. Each winner in this funding category receives $5,000. New Idea to Improve the World Scientists are always exploring new ideas, and this category of funding is available to Alumni to support projects that are different from their original 3M Young Scientist Challenge innovation but have the goal of helping improve the world. Each winner in this funding category receives $2,500. Science in Your Community 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni are wonderful advocates for STEM in their communities! Funding can be used to support Alumni initiatives, such as community enrichment opportunities, school events, or community activation projects that help support the next generation of young scientists. Each winner in this area of funding receives $2,000. 'The 3M Young Scientist Challenge showcases the power of middle school minds to change the world. The Alumni Grant Program offers past Young Scientist Challenge participants new opportunities to follow their curiosity,' said Torie Clarke, 3M's executive vice president and chief public affairs officer. 'I'm proud of 3M's support for this program. Congratulations to each of this year's recipients!' As the nation's premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for a mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize, and the chance to earn the title of 'America's Top Young Scientist.' America's Top Young Scientists 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 also been named TIME Magazine's first Kid of the Year, featured in The New York Times Magazine, Forbes, and Business Insider, and appeared on national television programs such as Good Morning America, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and more. All previous 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalists who are part of the Alumni Network were eligible to apply for an Alumni Grant. 'The 3M Young Scientist Challenge demonstrates what can happen when students apply what is learned in the classroom to the world around them,' said Amy Nakamoto, executive vice president of marketing and corporate partnerships at Discovery Education. 'These alumni are exemplars of cultivating curiosity to make the world a better place and we are excited that they are able to continue their work. Congratulations!' To learn more about the Alumni Grants Program, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, and to find supporting resources, visit ### About 3M 3M (NYSE: MMM) believes science helps create a brighter world for everyone. By unlocking the power of people, ideas and science to reimagine what's possible, our global team uniquely addresses the opportunities and challenges of our customers, communities, and planet. Learn how we're working to improve lives and make what's next at About Discovery EducationDiscovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, PK-12, digital solutions support learning wherever it takes place. Through award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and strategic alliances, Discovery Education helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Through partnerships with districts, states, and trusted organizations, Discovery Education empowers teachers with essential edtech solutions that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and accelerate learning. Explore the future of education at ContactsTim Post 3MEmail: [email protected] Grace MaliskaDiscovery EducationEmail: [email protected] Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Discovery Education
RTÉ News
25-05-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
Stripe announced as new sponsor of Young Scientist Exhibition
Financial services company Stripe has been announced as the new title sponsor of the Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (YSTE). In February, BT said that after 25 years it was stepping down as organiser and main sponsor of the event. Stripe Co-founder Patrick Collison is a former Young Scientist winner and his brother John won a category award at the exhibition. Their company has signed a 5-year sponsorship agreement following a competitive selection process. The board of the Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition said Stripe was chosen for its clear vision for the contest, its multi-year sponsorship commitment, and its ability to support the large volunteer force required for the delivery of an exhibition and event of this scale. "YSTE is a special institution for me and John," said Patrick Collison, Co-founder and CEO of Stripe. "It amplified our curiosity and reinforced our confidence at a critical juncture." "We're honoured that Stripe has been selected to help preserve it for generations to come," Mr Collison said. Founded by Dr Tony Scott and Rev Dr Tom Burke in 1965, the Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition showcases projects from secondary school students in the areas of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). It attracts over 40,000 visitors making it one of the biggest events of its kind both in Europe and worldwide. The winners of the contest advance to participate in prestigious international events such as the European Union Contest for Young Scientists. Professor Pat Guiry, Chairperson of the Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition Board congratulated Stripe on their selection as the new title sponsor. "What really struck the board was the level of commitment and passion Stripe displayed in wanting to honour the legacy and vision that Dr Tony Scott and Rev Dr Tom Burke created more than sixty years ago," Professor Guiry said. "Collaborating with BT Ireland has been a true privilege for our board and their dedication in shaping the exhibition into what it is today has been nothing short of inspiring." "While they leave a remarkable legacy, we are confident that Stripe will be exceptional partners in the years ahead, not only given Stripe's global reputation as a leader in tech innovation, but also given its strong connection to YSTE through Patrick and John Collison, who are both past participants in the competition, with Patrick taking home the overall top prize in 2005," he added. Minister for Education Helen McEntee thanked BT Ireland for their involvement with the event for over 25 years. "We look forward to continuing our strategic partnership with the YTSE and working with Stripe as they continue to empower students to embrace new ideas, foster curiosity and encourage a love of learning," Ms McEntee said. Dr Tony Scott, Co-founder of the Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, said the support of Stripe ensures the event can continue to inspire the next generation of scientists, technologists, engineers, and innovators. "It's vital that we not only sustain the strong reputation and level of interest in the exhibition year-on-year, but continue to evolve and engage young inquiring minds in new and meaningful ways for years to come," Dr Scott said. The online entry system for next year's Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition is now open. It will take place from 7 - 10 January 2026 and the deadline for submissions is 26 September 2025.
