Her award-winning invention is saving lives!
In a display of youthful innovation, 14-year-old Naya Ellis from New Orleans has crafted a device aimed at detecting early signs of stroke. According to educational news outlet The 74, Naya’s creation, named WingItt, is a wristwatch equipped with sensors that measure heartbeat and nerve impulses, enabling it to pick up on subtle indicators of stroke in adults.
Naya’s journey towards inventing WingItt began with her participation in STEM NOLA, an organization offering hands-on STEM programs for K-12 students. Through STEM NOLA’s eight-month fellowship, designed to nurture the problem-solving skills of low-income high school students of color, Naya found herself equipped with the tools and opportunities to bring her innovative ideas to life.
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