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TEEN SCIENTISTS MOVE TO FINALS IN PRESTIGIOUS COMPETITION Intel
Science Talent Search Finalists Exemplify Best in Science Education "These finalists
reflect the best accomplishments of solid, project-based, curiosity-driven
education," said Intel CEO Craig Barrett. "What's most encouraging
is that these young people are just beginning their scientific journeys. Like
many STS finalists before them, this group will be responsible for future
discoveries that address critical needs while helping to keep The Intel STS
represents six decades of excellence. Alumni of this program hold more than
100 of the world's most coveted science and math honors, including six Nobel
Prizes, three National Medals of Science, 10 MacArthur
Foundation Fellowships and two Fields Medals. This year's annual STS
alumni distinguished speaker is a 2004 recipient of the Nobel Prize in
physics, Dr. Frank Wilczek. "The Science
Talent Search opened up a whole new world for me," Wilczek
said. "It was there I first realized working as a scientist could be a
reality for me." About the Finalists The Awards Science Service, a
nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance the understanding and
appreciation of science among people of all ages through publications and
educational programs, has administered the program since its inception in
1942. For more information on Science Service, visit www.sciserv.org. Intel's sponsorship of
the STS is part of the Intel® Innovation in Education initiative, a sustained
commitment - in collaboration with educators and government leaders worldwide
- to help today's students develop the higher-level thinking skills they need
to participate and succeed in a knowledge-based economy. For more
information, visit www.intel.com/education.
Intel, the world's
largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of computer, networking
and communications products. Additional information about Intel is available
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64th Annual STS (2004-2005)
Finalists
Samuel Mohun Bhagwat
Samuel Mohun Bhagwat,
16, of