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Four student researchers from OES recently returned from the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025, where they joined nearly 2,000 of the world’s top young scientists in Columbus, Ohio. This prestigious event, which has been a program of the Society for Science for over 75 years, is the largest global science and engineering competition that exists for high school students.
Regeneron ISEF 2025 brought together finalists from over 60 countries, regions, and territories. From May 11-17, students shared their original research, connected with global STEM leaders and peers, and competed for more than $9 million in scholarships, awards, and prizes.
Representing OES were:
- Frank K. ’26—Mathematics: Combinatorial Invariants of Stable Curves in Genus 4: Classification and Computation
- Eric M. ’26—Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics: Bio-Inspired Tubercles for Airfoil Performance
- Shriya M. ’25—Translational Medical Science: The Development of a Biomarker for Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Detection: Investigating Human Antigen R's Expression and Translocation in Response to Cytokine Regulator (cyclic GAMP) and Cytokine (Interferon Gamma) Using Immunocytofluorescence Stainin
- Elliot Y. ’26—Material Science: Light-Activated Liquid Crystal Elastomers
These students were selected for ISEF after earning top honors at the Aardvark Science Expo. Their research spans a remarkable range of fields and reflects months of focused inquiry and iteration.
Frank K. ’26 received a special award from the American Mathematical Society while at ISEF 2025. His project, Combinatorial Invariants of Stable Curves in Genus 4: Classification and Computation, stood out among more than 2,000 student researchers from approximately 60 countries, regions and territories around the world.
“Frank’s achievement is a testament not only to his exceptional passion for mathematics but also to the sustained diligence and intellectual curiosity he brought to every stage of his research,” said Upper School Science Teacher Joshua Caditz. “From the initial spark of interest to the refinement of abstract reasoning and communication skills needed to present his findings to both expert mathematicians and a general scientific audience, Frank demonstrated the kind of thoughtful inquiry and disciplined perseverance that define the spirit of independent research at OES.”
ISEF was a culminating event in the OES science inquiry journey, pulling together months, and in some cases, years of hard work by students.
“At OES, independent inquiry isn’t an add-on—it’s at the heart of how we teach science,” added Caditz. “From classroom investigations to advanced research beyond the classroom, students have real opportunities to engage deeply with scientific questions and grow as researchers. They learn to frame meaningful questions, analyze and interpret data, and communicate their findings with clarity and purpose. We’re proud of how these four students rose to that challenge, and we’re excited to see where their curiosity leads them next.”