Special Award Organizations

Each year, dozens of professional organizations — representing a wide variety of scientific disciplines across government, industry, and education — affiliate with Regeneron ISEF as Special Award Organizations (SAOs).

Partnering with Society for Science as an SAO gives the participating organization the chance to set criteria for, recruit judges for, and present one or multiple named Special Awards at ISEF. Special Awards provide opportunities for outstanding students to be recognized beyond the Grand Awards, while allowing participating organizations to publicly demonstrate their commitment to STEM education and the next generation of innovators.

Learn more about Special Award Organization Judging.

ISEF Finalists at the 2024 SAO Ceremony

Become a Special Award Organization

If your organization is interested in becoming an SAO, please contact Jackie Ludden Nardelli, Manager of Partner Benefits and Special Awards.

Society for Science thanks the following 2025 Special Award Organizations for their support.

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