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This child prodigy developed technology to detect lead in drinking water. Years later, she made her way to MIT. At 19, made history by winning the Stephen Hawking honourGitanjali Rao's journey as a young innovator began at the age of ten when she created Tethys, a device to detect lead in drinking water. Th...- A Scottish inventor patented an image-transmission machine in 1843. More than a century later, it would become the office fax machineA Scottish inventor patented an image-transmission machine in 1843. More than a century later, the technology would evolve into the fax mac...
- Psychology says people who invent stories about strangers may naturally engage in social imaginationInventing stories about strangers does not necessarily mean someone is nosy, judgmental or disconnected from reality. It may simply reflect...
- In 1846, Elias Howe patented a lockstitch sewing machine; the patent war around it helped create a licensing model still used in 5GElias Howe's journey in the invention of the sewing machine was marked by challenges, as he faced fierce opposition from tailors and strugg...
- In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine laying the foundation for the industrial revolution: How Thomas Newcomen's invention changed the world?In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine, creating a machine that used steam and atmospheric press...
- Around 1709, Italian harpsichord maker created a musical instrument still used extensively around the world: How Bartolomeo Cristofori invented the piano?Around 1709, Italian harpsichord maker created a musical instrument still used extensively around the world. Bartolomeo Cristofori develope...
- In 1800, an Italian physicist came up with the first chemical battery of the world unlocking modern electrical science: How Alessandro Volta invention created history?In 1800, an Italian physicist came up with the first chemical battery of the world unlocking modern electrical science. Alessandro Volta in...
- 18-year-old Colorado student Natalie Muro invents wave-powered device that fights toxic algal blooms using invasive weedA brilliant eighteen-year-old student developed a groundbreaking floating device designed to tackle toxic algal blooms. Utilizing wind-driv...
- Quote of the day by Thomas Edison: 'Good fortune is what happens when...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on success, real achievement, sudden chance, hard work, foresightedness, preparation and systematic preparationQuote of the day by Thomas Edison explains how opportunity, planning, preparation and hard work can shape success. The quote says good fort...
- Meet 10-year-old Hsu Ting-wei, who won a top Silicon Valley invention award for building an AI ‘electronic nose’ that could detect drugs and African swine feverA talented young inventor from Taiwan has achieved remarkable recognition for developing an AI-powered electronic nose. This groundbreaking...
- In 1742, a Swedish astronomer proposed the centigrade temperature scale simplifying global scientific communication, weather tracking and metric alignment: How Anders Celsius invention changed the world?In 1742, a Swedish astronomer proposed the centigrade temperature scale simplifying global scientific communication, weather tracking and m...
- In 723 CE, two 8th-century Chinese polymaths during the Tang dynasty invented the world's first mechanical clockwork escapement mechanism: How Yi Xing and Liang Lingzan changed timekeeping?In 723 CE, two 8th-century Chinese polymaths during the Tang dynasty invented the world's first mechanical clockwork escapement mechanism. ...
- 14-year-old Texas student Samvith Mahadevan builds ‘chemical nose’ to spot hidden food allergensFourteen-year-old Texas student Samvith Mahadevan has developed a portable “chemical nose” that uses sensors and machine learning to detect...
- In 1889, a British photographer designed an early motion-picture camera triggering the birth of the movie industry and related fields: How did William Friese-Greene invention changed the world?In 1889, a British photographer designed an early motion-picture camera that used roll film and an intermittent movement system. William Fr...
- Independence Day 2026: Meet the ‘Edison of India’ who studied science from magazines and shocked the British with his inventionsShankar Abaji Bhisey, often called “Edison of India”, was a pioneering Indian inventor who developed his interest in science through books ...
- Actor Madhavan shares Coimbatore-based GD Naidu's 5 incredible inventions: From 1925 mechanical calculator to electric razorR Madhavan, who portrays G.D. Naidu in G.D.N., highlighted five inventions by the Coimbatore-based innovator: a 1925 mechanical calculator,...
- Quote of the Day by Nikola Tesla: “I do not think you can name many great inventions that have been made by married men” — The legendary inventor’s striking take on marriage, ambition, sacrifice and the price of extraordinary successThe quote of the Day by Nikola Tesla, “I do not think you can name many great inventions that have been made by married men" explores the f...
- In 1893, a German mechanical engineer invented a high-efficiency compression-ignition engine originally intended to run on alternative fuels but his invention turned popular years after his demise due to financial troubles: How did Rudolf Diesel changed the world?In 1893, Rudolf Diesel published his design for a compression-ignition engine that aimed to improve engine efficiency and reduce dependence...
- In 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern transportIn 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern...
- In 1643, an Italian physicist and mathematician came up with a crucial invention to help measure atmospheric pressure laying foundation for weather forecasts and unraveling many secrets in thermodynamics and modern meteorologyIn 1643, an Italian physicist and mathematician came up with a crucial invention to help measure atmospheric pressure laying foundation for...
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