Neer Mehta is a high school student at The International School Bangalore in India. He has achieved notable success in mathematics, robotics, and community service.
Neer has competed in several national and international mathematics competitions. At the Infinity Math Competition in Mumbai, he won bronze in the individual finals. He also earned a Distinction Certificate in the Canadian Senior Mathematics Competition at the University of Waterloo. His result placed him among the top scorers in Band 5.
In the American Mathematics Competition 12, Neer ranked second at his school. This result qualified him for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination. He also earned bronze in the American Math Olympiad and the World Mathematics Team Championship.
Robotics and Engineering Experience
Neer has played an active role in the FIRST Robotics Competition. He began as a member of the programming team and later became its lead programmer. In his second year, he served as co-leader of the Binary Bolts team.
He helped design the robot’s shooting and climbing mechanisms. He also mentored a rookie coding team, teaching students about wiring, electronics, and programming.
Beyond competitions, Neer launched an outreach programme for Grade 8 students at a municipal school run by the Akanksha Foundation. The programme introduced students to basic robotics concepts.
Community Service and Innovation
Neer also uses his skills to support others. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he organised an online musical fundraiser. The event raised ₹300,000 for the Phool Versha Foundation, which provided meals to displaced migrant workers.
He later joined the QUALCOMM Innovation Challenge and SAATHI. His team developed a concept for a wearable Internet of Things (IoT) device. The device aimed to help older adults maintain their physical and mental well-being during lockdowns.
The project earned a semi-finalist award and international recognition. The team then built a wristband prototype and a mobile app over the summer. They used Arduino components for the wristband and MIT App Inventor for the app. Their research paper was published in the International Journal of Software & Hardware Research in Engineering (IJSHRE).
Research on Wormhole Detection in Deep Space
At CCIR Academy, Neer conducted a research project titled “Constructing a 4 Colour Screen Behind a Wormhole to Understand its Detection in Deep Space.”
The study explores a theoretical approach to detecting wormholes. It examines the idea of placing a multicoloured visual screen behind a wormhole. This concept aims to investigate how such a structure might help researchers identify wormholes in deep space.
Neer’s Research Journey
Neer recently appeared on CCIR Academy Student Spotlights. During the episode, he shared insights from his research experience. He also expressed gratitude for the guidance and support he received from his professor and CCIR Academy.
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