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14-Year-Old Sirish Subash Develops AI Pesticide Detector, Earning $25,000 Award

ByLisa Luckas

10/16/2024
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  • 14-year-old Sirish Subash won the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge for inventing an AI handheld pesticide detector, receiving $25,000.
  • His device, Pestiscand, uses spectrophotometry and machine learning to detect pesticide residues with over 85% accuracy.
  • The competition, supported by 3M and Discovery Education, fosters STEM innovation among middle school students.

Wed Oct 16 15:11:16 -2024 UTC– 14-year-old wins 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge by inventing AI handheld pesticide detector.

Named America’s Top Young Scientist, receives $25,000 prize.

Other winners recognized for innovative projects. Discovery Education supports student innovation.

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