Aoibheann Daly, a fourth year student from Mercy Secondary School Mounthawk in Tralee has been announced as the overall Stripe Young Scientist 2026 winner.
She won for her project “GlioScope” which is designed to help doctors improve the treatment of brain cancer.
The research involves an AI deep-learning model that allows doctors to predict what genetic mutations are likely to be present from an MRI brain scan, reducing the reliance on invasive biopsies.
“It’s an amazing feeling,” she said.
“I couldn’t believe it when they read out my name, I was shocked, I wasn’t expecting it,” she added.
RTE reported the homecoming celebration on 13th January, you can have a look here.
All of our finalists from our 11 projects in Dublin
This year we had 11 projects in the finals in Dublin, four of whom won awards.
Open Day
You can view a virtual tour of the building on this page below, it will provide you with a chance to travel virtually around the school and to view our excellent facilities.
