Orion Kimenker, originally from Walnut Creek, California, and a graduate in Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley, has just been accepted into one of the world’s most exclusive high IQ societies, the ISI Society. This organization is unique in that it requires not only a high intelligence quotient, with a minimum score of 148, but also evidence of creative achievements, standing out for its holistic approach to intelligence that includes emotional and social aspects.

Kimenker, who is also a software engineer at Zuora in Redwood City and a member of the renowned Mensa and Intertel societies, achieved his acceptance with the help of an unconventional tool: a genetic intelligence report produced by the Genetic Intelligence Project (GIP). This initiative is part of a research center that operates internationally, including branches in Portugal, Spain, and Angola.

Kimenker’s Creative Contributions

In addition to high IQ, the ISI Society requires evidence of significant creative contributions. Kimenker presented two notable projects: the first, a math research project that was not part of his coursework, available at [math.berkeley.edu](https://math.berkeley.edu/~yudx/fourier_analysis_project_write_up.pdf), was entirely written by him under the guidance of a doctoral student mentor. This project is considered creative as it required significant intuitive leaps to connect concepts and demonstrate them through logical proofs.

The second project is a video essay on the animated series “Neon Genesis Evangelion”, available at [youtube.com](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzyihUBsZaQ&ab_channel=Orion). In this work, Kimenker deeply analyzed every aspect of the series, establishing philosophical connections that emerge from thematic elements, presenting his findings in an organized and persuasive verbal manner, and creating a visually appealing organization of imagery from the series mixed with music he selected, all timed for intentional dramatic effect.

Impact of the Genetic Report

The genetic report provided Kimenker not just with a detailed view of his intellectual capabilities but also with external validation of his exceptional abilities. This pioneering report, in estimating IQ through genetic markers, underscores the forefront of the research center in genomic and neuroscience research, opening new perspectives on human potential and the nature of intelligence.