Great Neck North High School senior Kian Soleymani has been selected as a finalist in the Junior Scientists & Young Explorers Meta (JYEM) Competition, an international contest recognizing exceptional high school research.

This year, JYEM received 1,372 applications from students across the United States and around the world. Only 122 students were selected as finalists—an acceptance rate of just 8.9%.

Kian’s project, “Development of Java and NFC Applications for Human Microchipping Integration,” explores the intersection of engineering, bioengineering, and computer science. His work investigates how software applications can be developed to integrate with human microchipping technologies, with potential applications in security, healthcare, and personal identification systems.

Kian previously presented his research at both the WAC Invitational and the Long Island Science Congress (LISC), where it was met with enthusiasm from judges and peers. His continued dedication and innovation have now earned him recognition on a global stage.

The JYEM Competition is managed by students, alumni, and faculty from leading institutions including Cornell, MIT, Harvard and Yale. Now in its seventh year, the competition invites high school researchers to submit proposals and papers across multiple fields, including science and engineering, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and interdisciplinary topics. Finalists are invited to share their work at the JYEM Expo, an international showcase that features poster presentations, networking opportunities, and category awards.

“Being named a finalist in JYEM is a tremendous honor for Kian and a testament to the strength of the North High Research Program,” said Jessica York, Director of North High’s Science Research Program and District Research Facilitator. “We are so proud of his innovation, perseverance, and the way he represents our school community on a global stage.”