Manu Prakash, transforming science education with ‘Foldscope’

Manu Prakash, transforming science education with ‘Foldscope’

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11th Grade - University

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Manu Prakash discusses the lack of access to science for children in poverty and his motivation to create accessible scientific tools. He shares his journey from building a cardboard microscope to developing an origami microscope, which is affordable and portable. The video emphasizes the importance of community and global collaboration in addressing scientific challenges and encourages activism and engagement in science.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue highlighted by the speaker regarding children's access to science?

Insufficient educational institutions

Overpopulation

Lack of interest in science

Poverty limiting access to scientific tools

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the speaker to create a microscope?

A school project

A family member's suggestion

The need to draw a microscope in an exam without having seen one

A science fair competition

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key feature of the origami microscope?

It costs more than $100

It is portable and weighs less than 10 grams

It requires electricity to operate

It is made of metal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many origami microscopes are currently in use?

100,000

250,000

500,000

1,000,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as crucial for solving major scientific problems?

Private sector investment

A global community of passionate individuals

Advanced laboratory equipment

Government funding