LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Stefanie Busgang upon the occasion
of her designation as a 2010 National Finalist in the Neuroscience
Research Prize Competition sponsored by the American Academy of Neurolo-
gy

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend and pay
tribute to those who, by achieving outstanding success in their educa-
tional and scientific endeavors, have inspired and brought pride to our
majestic Empire State; and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
the dedication and commitment of our young people who distinguish them-
selves through excellence in science competition; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Stefanie Busgang upon the occasion of her designation as a 2010
National Finalist in the Neuroscience Research Prize Competition spon-
sored by the American Academy of Neurology; and
WHEREAS, Stefanie Busgang of John F. Kennedy High School has been
named one of 10 National Finalists in the 2010 Neuroscience Research
Prize Competition sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology; and
WHEREAS, The laboratory research of Stefanie Busgang has been
concerned with developing new drugs for the prevention and treatment of
Alzheimer's disease; and
WHEREAS, Stefanie Busgang summarized her research project by citing
the fact that over 4 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer's
disease, and that it is estimated that every 70 seconds someone develops
this dread disease; and
WHEREAS, Noting that one characteristic of Alzheimer's disease is
diminished energy metabolism, Stefanie Busgang's study investigated
Alzheimer's disease mouse models to determine the effects of grape seed
extract on Alzheimer's disease energy metabolism; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to celebrate the educational and scientific
accomplishments of remarkable schools, students, coaches and teachers in
this great Empire State; Stefanie Busgang is indeed such a distinguished
and remarkable prize winning New York State student; and
WHEREAS, The designation and outstanding performance of Stefanie
Busgang as a 2010 National Finalist in the Neuroscience Research Prize
Competition has clearly made a contribution to the spirit of excellence
which is a tradition of the John F. Kennedy High School; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Stefanie Busgang upon the occasion of her designation as a
2010 National Finalist in the Neuroscience Research Prize Competition
sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Stefanie Busgang, 119 Belmill Road, Bellmore, New York.