Joshua Lee

Director

Joshua Lee is a Junior at Aragon High school in San Mateo California, he is a student leader, researcher, and community advocate at Aragon High School in California. Passionate about science and innovation, he strives to transform his interests into meaningful solutions and opportunities that benefit others.
Joshua conducts independent research on calciphylaxis, a rare and life-threatening vascular disease. He also works with a chemistry research team at the Aspiring Scholars Directed Research Program (ASDRP), where he helps develop and synthesize novel lipid-like molecules using thiol–yne click chemistry for potential antimicrobial and biomedical applications.
In the Science Olympiad, he earned first place at the NorCal Bay Area Regional Tournament. At iStart Valley, Joshua earned third place in the AI and Data Science Innovation competition and was named a global semifinalist in the Youth Entrepreneurship Summit and Global Startup Contest. He has also served on iStart Valley’s Youth Executive Committee since 2024.
Beyond research, Joshua is deeply committed to leadership and service. He has completed more than 200 hours of community service and received the Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award. He serves on his school district’s Student Board, participates in the International Young Leaders Council, tutors elementary school students in mathematics and English, and contributes to his school’s robotics outreach and yearbook teams. He also serves as treasurer of the Bay Area BAGO Lions Club.
Joshua is the founder of Skill Talk, a student-led initiative that connects high school students with professionals in medicine, research, engineering, business, and other fields. By combining STEM, leadership, and service, Joshua hopes to empower young people, expand access to real-world learning, and create lasting change in his community and beyond.