12-year-old "genius" in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur : Malaysia | Jan 10, 2011 at 12:47 AM PST

By Kenneth Ang

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - 10 January 2011

He may not consider himself a genius, but Jeshaiah Khor is certainly one smart kid. Only 12 years old, Jeshaiah was seen at an education fair in the capital recently shopping for a degree course in either Renewable Energy or Astrophysics.

Jeshaiah, who started reading newspapers when he was just 18 months old, completed his O-Level examination last month and is currently doing his A-Levels at the UCSI A-Level Academy. Science and Maths are his favourite subjects and among his favorite TV programmes are CSI and Mythbusters.

Asked why he chose Renewable Energy or Astrophysics, Jeshaiah replied, "The Earth is getting so polluted, and petroleum, which is a big source of energy today, is running out so we have to do something about it.”

His father, H.T. Khor said: “He has just started his A-Levels and we are looking around to see what is available, and hopefully apply for scholarships.”

Source: thestar.com.my

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Jeshaiah Khor, a 12-year-old kid who's looking to do a degree course in Renewable Energy or Astrophysics.

Kenneth Ang is based in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is an Anchor for Allvoices.

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skooter | over 2 years ago

When he is old enough the little guy would be a Nobel Prize winner in energy or astrophysics. That surely is possible.The government of Malaysia must support this little genius of a boy. Malaysia would be proud of him in the near future.

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

I hope he gets the support too.

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Gino C. Matibag | over 2 years ago

This kid is a rare kind. I think his talents need to be developed further so that he can help improve our Earth. We need more people like him. Good report, Kenneth. Rated up!

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

He sure is rare. You're right, Gino. We need more people like him.

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DeeWisephotons | over 2 years ago

I hope they also give him time to rest play and grow up like a normal child. In the UK and other parts of the world there have been cases where young geniuses who aren't given space to develop at their own pace just burn up or rebel. Overall a really inspiring story - wish him all the best and Malaysia should be proud of him - http://www.wisephotons.net

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

I agree. Children should be able to grow up and enjoy their childhood.

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Jeronne Zamora | over 2 years ago

This KID is a child wonder. However, he must not forget that it's a rare to be child. So sometimes he must play also and be a normal child.

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

Agreed. Many parents forget that important fact.

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mariahardy | over 2 years ago

I wish himn all the luck and success he deserves.

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

Thank you, Maria. We wish him the best too.

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VeronicaS | over 2 years ago

Wow! I love reading stories like this--such a welcome break to see something amazingly good for a change. Thanks.

We will certainly hear of this young man's accomplishment in years to come. sit back, watch and wait!

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

It's difficult finding stories like this. The media is full of tragic and sensational stuff. I was overjoyed to find this one.

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toreksulong | over 2 years ago

Nice report! So I also wait to have cleverest children but until now still not been achieved. Rate up ...

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

You will get one soon. Every child is clever in his or her own way.

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razaqat | over 2 years ago

I think this boy is the asset to Malaysia and I hope if he keeps moving in the right direction then he is going to give a lot to Malaysia as well as the whole world,nice sharing kenneth,keep sharing such interesting news,rated up and Good Luck to Malaysia.

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

Thank you, Razaqat. I love sharing such news too.

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Brigid Jean Primrose | over 2 years ago

Hope springs eternal in the face of a clever child. I wish this lad all the luck in the world and hope he is supported on every front by family, friends and those with the large wallets.
Rated up.

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

My sentiments exactly, Brigid. It would be such a waste if his future is affected by lack of finance.

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George Vieto | over 2 years ago

An excellent story of a young a man who is smarter than his peers.

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Kenneth Ang | over 2 years ago

I think he's even smarter than me. Lol!

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