KATY, TX – Katrina Mohindroo, a Junior at Taylor High School of Katy, was a Delegate to the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders in Lowell, MA on June 29 – July 1, 2016. Katrina was nominated to represent Texas based on her academic achievement, leadership and interest in science and technology.
Katrina said of the experience, “It was amazing! It exceeded all my expectations. How did they get so many of the very best scientists to speak at one conference? I wish my friends would have gone.”
The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who are passionate about science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). The purpose of the event is to inspire young scientists and to provide them resources to help them reach their goals.
“This is a crucial time in America when we need more nimble-minded and creative scientists and technologists who are even better prepared for a future that is changing exponentially,” said Richard Rossi, Executive Director, National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists. “Focused, bright and determined students like Katrina Mohindroo are our future and she deserves all the mentoring and guidance we can give her.”
During the three-day Congress, Katrina joined students from across the country and heard Nobel Laureates, National Medal of Science Winners and technical industry leaders talk about cutting-edge scientific research. Motivational speakers, a super model with the latest generation prosthetic arm, and fellow teen science prodigies inspired them.
One of the most popular speakers did a live demonstration of an actual advanced robot that walked, ran and skipped about the room. Katrina noted, “I had seen the videos of the Boston Dynamics robots, so I really enjoyed getting to see one live. Not only could the robot move around on different flooring and terrain, but it could right itself if it fell over. I started imaging all kinds of uses.”
The Academy was founded on the belief that we must identify prospective talent at the earliest possible age and help these students acquire the necessary experience and skills to take them to the doorstep of STEM careers that are vital to the United States technological leadership.
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