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New Jersey teen wins inaugural International Research Olympiad
The IRO is a global competition that emphasizes analytical and critical thinking skills among high school students. This year, the event saw participation from over 1,000 students across 45 countries.
Jaansi Patel (center) wins title of Inaugural IRO. / Image – LinkedIn/ Jaansi Patel
Sixteen-year-old Indian-American Jaansi Patel from New Jersey bagged the gold medal at the inaugural International Research Olympiad (IRO) held recently in Cambridge, Massachusetts, bringing together top high school researchers from around the world.
A senior student at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire, Patel was declared the winner among top 15 finalists, representing the top 1 percent of competitors.
Patel’s research interests lie in neuropsychology, with a focus on mental health advocacy. Beyond her academic achievements, Patel is actively involved in her school’s TED event, teaches computer science to Girl Scouts, and co-hosts a podcast, LearnOn, with her younger brother.
Expressing gratitude and sharing her experience at the competition in a LinkedIn post, Patel wrote, “Competing in IRO has been such an amazing experience for me to meet like-minded people, get inspired for new ideas in scientific inquiry, and challenge myself to reach new horizons. I highly encourage anyone interested in science (whether you're an advanced researcher or someone just getting started) to participate in the future, and I can't wait to see what's to come with the next years of IRO.”
Notably, Vishnu Mangipudi, a sophomore from Seattle's Lakeside School, earned fourth place and a bronze medal at the Olympiad. His work in coding machine-learning models to address environmental and medical challenges distinguished him among the finalists, showcasing his dedication to combining computer science with scientific inquiry.
The IRO aims to cultivate the next generation of scientists and innovators by challenging students to apply knowledge practically and think critically. Patel’s win signals a promising future for young researchers worldwide.
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