Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026 Recognizes America’s Top Young Scientists, Awarding More Than $1.8 Million to High School Seniors for Innovative Research in Computational Mathematics, Neural Science, and Blood Cancer Treatment

$250,000 top award goes to Connor Hill in America’s longest running and most distinguished science and math competition  Regeneron Pharmaceuticals,…
Congratulations to Connor Hill and the top winners of the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search! These remarkable young scientists — chosen from more than 2,600 applicants, the largest pool since 1967 — represent the future of discovery. (L-R) Edward Kang, Connor Hill and Iris Shen: the top 3 winners of the 2026 Science Talent Search
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