Anushka Naiknaware
Youngest Google Science Fair Winner | Innovative Biotech Solutions
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At just 13 years old, Anushka Naiknaware became the youngest winner of the prestigious Google Science Fair with her invention of a clever new bandage that tells caregivers when it needs to be changed. As a rising star in biotechnology, Anushka leverages her expertise in environmental science and emerging technologies to develop innovative solutions for real-world problems. Her keynotes inspire audiences with the possibilities of cross-disciplinary innovation and the power of youth to drive scientific progress.
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A teen scientist's invention to help wounds heal
Working out of her garage, Anushka Naiknaware designed a sensor that tracks wound healing, becoming the youngest winner (at age 13) of the Google Science Fair. Her clever invention addresses the global challenge of chronic wounds, which don't heal properly due to preexisting conditions like diabetes and account for billions in medical costs worldwide. Join Naiknaware as she explains how her "smart bandage" works -- and how she's sharing her story to inspire others to make a difference.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED | 2017 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada |
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