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Philly student wins $25,000 in national science contest


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Published in Science and Technology on Wednesday, March 12th 2025 at 16:02 GMT by Axios   Print publication without navigation

  • The winners of one of the nation's oldest science contests were revealed late Tuesday
  • and a Philly student took home one of the cash prizes. Why it matters: Previous winners of Regeneron Science Talent Search's contests have had prestigious careers,

A Philadelphia high school student, Samuel Krimmel, has won a $25,000 prize in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, a prestigious national science and math competition for high school seniors. Krimmel, a senior at Masterman School, was recognized for his project titled "A Novel Method for Solving the Closest String Problem Using Consensus Strings," which focuses on developing algorithms to solve complex computational problems. His work has potential applications in fields like DNA analysis and cybersecurity. The competition, now in its 82nd year, showcases the brightest young minds in the U.S., with Krimmel being one of 40 finalists who presented their research in Washington, D.C. The event not only highlights scientific talent but also aims to inspire future generations in STEM fields.

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