Press & Media

This page provides a verified record of media coverage of my work in science, technology, research, broadcasting, and STEM education, along with press resources for journalists and producers.

For interview requests, speaker bookings, or press kit access, visit my Connect page.

Press Releases

Official announcements about my work, programs, and appearances.

WDIY 88.1 FM · August 3, 2026 From CRISPR in Space to Public Radio: Bethlehem Ninth-Grader Aryash Shyam Named Host of WDIY’s Teen Scientist WDIY, Lehigh Valley Public Radio (NPR), names Aryash Shyam host of its award-winning monthly program, bringing listeners into conversation with researchers from NASA, MIT, Stanford, Oxford, and Imperial College London. Read the full release →

In the News

Selected coverage and recognition of my work in AI, robotics, scientific research, broadcasting, and STEM.

Featured Coverage

Current Teen WDIY host aims to make STEM knowledge accessible for all Public media trade coverage · August 20, 2026
Radio Online Young Scientist Named Host of WDIY’s Teen Scientist Radio industry coverage · August 2026
Yahoo News Teen invents self-driving robot to kill weeds National coverage of GreenBeam · 2025
The Cool Down GreenBeam featured on The Cool Down Instagram
Sen. Lisa Boscola (LinkedIn) Bethlehem teen invents AI-powered robot to kill weeds Shared by PA State Senator Lisa Boscola

Awards & Recognition

Genes in Space Announcing the 2026 Junior Scientist Award winners Genes in Space · 2026
Young Scientist Lab 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge: State Merit Winners Official winners list (Pennsylvania)
PETE&C PETE&C Awards: Technology Student of the Year Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo & Conference
Johns Hopkins CTY Congratulations to CTYer Aryash Shyam, named the Pennsylvania State Merit Winner Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth

Competitions, History Day & More

Lehigh Valley ARML Team Lehigh Valley ARML Team Member, 2026 ARML Team
Barry Isett & Associates MATHCOUNTS Competition 2025 Competition sponsor recap
Lehigh Valley Academy Lehigh Valley Academy makes a stellar debut at MATHCOUNTS February 10, 2025
Lehigh Valley Academy Aryash Shyam’s journey to Spelling Bee success March 17, 2025
Diamond City Sports Diamond City Regional Spelling Bee Regional spelling bee coverage
Lehigh Valley Academy Aryash Shyam featured on Instagram Instagram

Press & Media FAQs

Information for journalists, producers, educators, and event organizers seeking interviews, verified achievements, press materials, photographs, or speaking opportunities.

  • How should Aryash Shyam be identified in media coverage?

    Aryash Shyam may be identified as a student researcher, youth innovator, science communicator, STEM educator, and host of Teen Scientist on WDIY, Lehigh Valley Public Radio, an NPR member station. Depending on the story, coverage may also reference his work in space biology, CRISPR, artificial intelligence, robotics, mathematics, and youth STEM education.

  • How can journalists or producers request an interview with Aryash Shyam?

    Journalists, broadcasters, podcast producers, documentary teams, and event organizers can submit an interview request through the Connect page. Requests should include the publication or program name, proposed topic, interview format, deadline, preferred date, and contact information so the inquiry can be evaluated efficiently.

  • What topics is Aryash available to discuss?

    Aryash is available for selected interviews and conversations about youth innovation, space biology, CRISPR diagnostics, artificial intelligence, robotics, chemical-free weed control, competitive mathematics, science communication, STEM education, student research, and his experience hosting Teen Scientist.

  • What is included in Aryash Shyam's press kit?

    The press kit includes an approved biography, publication-ready headshots, Teen Scientist artwork, WDIY and program information, research and project summaries, selected award descriptions, and links to verified media coverage. Journalists can request the most current version through the Press & Media or Connect page.

  • Where can journalists verify Aryash Shyam's awards and media coverage?

    The Press & Media page provides links to official award announcements, competition organizations, institutional sources, and published news coverage. These include Genes in Space, 3M, PETE&C, Johns Hopkins CTY, WDIY, regional news organizations, and other outlets that have reported on Aryash's research, innovation, broadcasting, and academic work.

  • Can publications use Aryash Shyam's photographs, biography, audio, or Teen Scientist artwork?

    Publications should request the official press kit and confirm the intended use before publishing photographs, branded artwork, audio excerpts, or other media assets. Approved biography text and publication-ready materials can be provided for legitimate editorial, educational, broadcasting, or event-related use.

Press Kit & Media Resources

The Teen Scientist press kit includes Aryash Shyam's official biography, headshot, Teen Scientist podcast artwork, WDIY station information, show description, episode highlights, and award summaries — ready for publication.

For interview requests, speaking engagements, or to license audio, contact Aryash directly through the Connect page.