Siemens Foundation Announces Contenders for the 2014 Siemens Competition in Math, Science and Technology

The Siemens Foundation today recognized the semifinalists and regional finalists of the 2014 Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology, the nation’s premier research competition for high school students. 97 regional finalists are invited to advance to the next round of the competition, where they will vie for one of the most prestigious science honors awarded to high school students. 408 semifinalists were also announced.

“The remarkable projects submitted by these students demonstrate their commitment to advancing research and addressing some of the world’s most challenging issues,” said David Etzwiler, CEO of the Siemens Foundation. “I congratulate the regional finalists on their accomplishments and wish them luck in the next phase of the competition.”

This year marks the 15th Anniversary of the Siemens Competition. Since the first competition in 1999, more than 16,000 research projects have been submitted. The 2014 Siemens Competition generated unprecedented participation, showcasing students’ growing interest in science, math and technology subjects. A record 4,428 students registered for this year’s competition and submitted a total of 1,784 projects for consideration – which is a 12% increase over the number of projects submitted last year.

Regional finalists are eligible to advance to one of six regional competitions held over three consecutive weekends in November at the California Institute of Technology (November 7-8); University of Notre Dame (November 7-8); Massachusetts Institute of Technology (November 14-15); University of Texas at Austin (November 14-15); Georgia Institute of Technology (November 21-22); and Carnegie Mellon University (November 21-22).

The Siemens Competition, administered by Discovery Education, awards one $3,000 prize to an individual and one $6,000 prize to a team at each regional competition. Winners of the regional events advance to the National Finals at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., December 5-9, 2014, where $500,000 in scholarships will be awarded, including two top prizes of $100,000.

A complete list of finalists and their projects is available at www.siemens-foundation.org.

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About the Siemens Foundation

The Siemens Foundation supports educational initiatives in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in the United States. Its signature programs include the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology and Siemens Science Day. The Foundation’s mission is based on the culture of innovation, research and educational support that is the hallmark of Siemens’ U.S. companies. For further information, visit www.siemens-foundation.org or follow @sfoundation.

About Discovery Education

Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-based digital content and professional development for K-12, transforming teaching and learning with award-winning digital textbooks, multimedia content that supports the implementation of Common Core, professional development, assessment tools, and the largest professional learning community of its kind. Available in over half of all U.S. schools and primary schools in England, community colleges and in 50 countries around the world, Discovery Education partners with districts, states and like-minded organizations to captivate students, empower teachers, and transform classrooms with customized solutions that accelerate academic achievement. Discovery Education is powered by Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), the number one nonfiction media company in the world. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.