Thirty inspiring middle school scientists and engineers shine as finalists in the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge

The Thermo Fisher JIC, a program of Society for Science, aims to inspire young scientists, engineers and innovators who will solve the grand challenges of the future. This year’s cohort asked bold questions about the world around them, including how we can better steward natural resources, protect human health, harness the promise and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, and design resilient technologies for the future.
JIC 2025 Finalist Grid
JIC 2025 Finalist Grid

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Headshot of Erika Ebbel Angle
STS finalists pose with Gabriela Farfan at the Hope Diamond during their tour.
Loree Harvey conducting field research with a student.
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2024 Science Talent Search finalist Alexandra Mahajan
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A headshot of Naomi Shah beside a headshot of Lester Mackey.
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Amanda Martinez poses in a black outfit.
2024 Science Talent Search finalist Alexis Li
Finalists work together on a group challenge at Thermo Fisher JIC 2023
When the moon passes in front of the sun, the moon casts its shadow on the Earth, blocking the view of our local star. This is a type of eclipse (seen here in an illustration).