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Jaansi Patel from New Jersey, of Phillips Exeter Academy, won 1st Place in the International Research Olympiad. The International Finals Exam took place from May 31st to June 2nd, 2024 in Cambridge, MA.
Rishab Kumar Jain, President and Chair of the Student Board of Advisors to the International Research Olympiad said “What sets the IRO apart is our commitment to critical thinking, which is essential for scientific research. We’ve seen a high number of contestants who possess extraordinary potential and who are serious and motivated about their research-based, real-world interests.”
Jaansi Patel is a 16-year-old junior from New Jersey, and she is currently studying at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire. She is passionate about applying neuropsychology research for mental health advocacy. In her free time, Jaansi enjoys running her school’s annual TED event, teaching computer science to fellow Girl Scouts, and hosting LearnOn Podcast, the science show by kids, for kids, with her younger brother.
“The IRO Finals took place in a time like no other, and students showed a level of adaptability and resilience that was remarkable,” said Executive & Education Coordinator Yashvir Sabharwal. “Each student tackled a crucial issue, and presented their solutions so that they would matter to the world today.”
The 2024 IRO Finals showcased some of the most promising young minds in the world, with Jaansi leading from the front and winning the Gold Medal at this prestigious exam. Held at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA the finals witnessed more than 1,000 aspirants from 45 countries.
