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Gitanjali Rao: A device to detect lead in water by a 13-year-old innovator

Gitanjali Rao driven by the concern of availability of clean water, invented a device that detects lead in water at the age of 13. She wanted to share how we can help develop science and encourage children in "STEM".
https://www.ted.com/talks/gitanjali_rao_a_device_to_detect_lead_in_water_by_a_13_year_old_innovator

Gitanjali Rao: A Young Girl Scientist's Guide to Innovation

This unique talk describes the journey of a young girl interested in STEM and an innovation journey that led to "Tethys" lead-detection device inspired by Flint water crisis
https://www.ted.com/talks/gitanjali_rao_a_young_girl_scientist_s_guide_to_innovation

Gitanjali Rao: The purpose of science and mentorship

"I don't think there should be an age barrier to solving problems," says 13-year-old inventor and scientist Gitanjali Rao. She shares two of her most recent prototypes -- a lead detection device for water and a drug addiction indicator -- and emphasizes the importance of mentors and how they've helped her come far in her already award-winning ca...
https://www.ted.com/talks/gitanjali_rao_the_purpose_of_science_and_mentorship

Gitanjali Rao: A Young Scientist's Guide to Problem Solving and Innovation

In a fascinating talk, applauded with a standing ovation, Gitanjali dazzles the audience with her ideas on innovation, STEM education for girls and what it means to be a child today. She talks about how her device could solve the crisis of clean water in Michigan, India and many other parts of the world. The video also includes a demo to her aw...
https://www.ted.com/talks/gitanjali_rao_a_young_scientist_s_guide_to_problem_solving_and_innovation
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