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This Teen Scientist Is TIME's First-Ever 'Kid Of The Year'

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Innovative Solutions to Flint's Water Crisis

This chapter addresses the serious lead contamination issue in Flint, Michigan, spotlighting a teen scientist's development of a groundbreaking device utilizing carbon nanotube sensors for detecting lead in water. The discussion emphasizes the powerful connection between personal experiences and scientific innovation, along with the importance of learning from failures in the pursuit of effective solutions.

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