Two Intel finalists from WMHS

Extras

	e-mail this article link to a friend
	letter to the editor about this article
	print this article

January 28, 2009 | 05:19 PM
The Intel Science Talent Search announced its 40 finalists from across the nation Wednesday, including two from Ward Melville High School and nine, more than any other state, from New York.

Preya Shah was named a finalist for her project entitled Combating Cancer: Design and Synthesis of Dual-Warhead Tumor-Targeting Drug Conjugates.

Christine Lee Shrock was cited for Effects of Lid Dynamics on the Binding of MDM2 to the Tumor Suppressor Protein p53: Implications for Cancer Therapeutics.

Finalists are awarded at least $5,000 in scholarships and a new laptop powered by an Intel Core2 Duo processor. In addition, each receieves "an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for a week-long event in March. While in Washington, D.C. Finalists will undergo a rigorous judging process, meet with national leaders, interact with leading scientists and display their research at the National Academy of Sciences. Top winners will be announced at a black-tie gala award ceremony at the Mellon Auditorium on March 10," according to the release from Intel Wednesday, Jan. 28. The young scientist judged number one recieves a $100,000 scholarship from the Intel Foundation. "These amazing young scientists are our country's greatest hope," said Craig Barrett, Intel chairman. "They represent the best of our education system and are a timely reminder that investing in the next generation of innovators is critical for the future of America."

More in next week's edition of the Village Times Herald.

Search The Site