Bill > J01418

This resolution honors Kian Soleymani for being named a 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar, a prestigious distinction awarded to high school researchers. The Regeneron Science Talent Search, established in 1942, is the nation's oldest and most esteemed science and mathematics competition for high school seniors, selecting only 300 Scholars from thousands of applicants. Kian earned this recognition for his innovative research project, "AI-Powered Conversational Tool for Early Stage Cognitive Decline," which showcases scientific rigor and a commitment to improving health outcomes through technology. As a Scholar, Kian will receive a $2,000 award, with a matching grant for his school, John L. Miller-Great Neck North High School, to support science education. This achievement reflects great credit upon Kian, his family, mentors, and the Great Neck Public Schools, and he serves as an inspiration to students across New York State.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1418