MORGANVILLE, N.J. —Rohan Arni of Morganville, N.J., a senior at High Technology High School in Middletown, N.J., has been named a 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) Scholar, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and mathematics competition for high school seniors.
More than 2,600 students from 826 high schools across the United States and internationally applied to the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search. Only 300 students were selected as scholars, placing Arni among the top science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) students nationwide. Each scholar receives a $2,000 award, and their school is also awarded $2,000 in recognition of its support for advanced student research.
Arni was recognized for his original research project titled, Using Deep Learning for Robust Classification of Fast Radio Bursts, which applies advanced machine learning techniques to analyze fast radio bursts, brief and powerful cosmic radio signals originating from distant regions of the universe. His work contributes to ongoing scientific efforts to deepen understanding of these rare astrophysical phenomena.
“It’s a great honor to be named a Scholar, knowing that I’m following the path of distinguished scientists and personal heroes,” said Arni, who will attend Princeton University in the fall to study physics. “The award is an incredible inspiration to continue exploring the universe, especially after being recognized as an Honorable Mention for the Davidson Fellows program. I would like to thank Regeneron and the Society for Science for this incredible opportunity.”
Presented by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals in partnership with the Society for Science, the Regeneron Science Talent Search is now in its 85th year and recognizes outstanding high school seniors for original, independent research. Scholars are selected based on the rigor and originality of their work, as well as their academic achievement and demonstrated promise as future STEM leaders.
“Rohan’s recognition as a top 300 scholar in the Regeneron Science Talent Search reflects not only his exceptional intellect, but also his perseverance, curiosity, and maturity as a researcher,” said Dr. Dina Ellsworth, lead research teacher at High Technology High School. “Throughout his research, he demonstrated an impressive ability to integrate advanced computational methods with high-level astrophysical questions. He consistently approaches complex scientific problems with creativity and rigor, both in and out of the classroom, and this achievement is a well-deserved acknowledgment of his dedication to authentic scientific inquiry.”
Arni’s selection highlights the strength of High Technology High School’s STEM-focused curriculum and serves as an inspiration to students pursuing advanced coursework and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
About Monmouth County Vocational School District
MCVSD operates six full-time Career Academies including the Academy of Allied Health and Science, Academy of Law and Public Safety, Biotechnology High School, Communications High School, High Technology High School and Marine Academy of Science and Technology. Each welcomes students as freshmen and retains those students through their senior year of high school, for a focused learning experience that helps them take meaningful steps toward their college and career goals.
MCVSD also operates more than 30 shared-time programs, a Career Center for students with special needs and adult programs. Questions about the admissions process for the MCVSD Career Academies or any other career and technical education program offered by MCVSD should be directed to applications@ctemc.org.