Manu Prakash, transforming science education with ‘Foldscope’

Manu Prakash discusses the global issue of child poverty and lack of access to science. He shares his personal journey from India, where he built his first microscope from cardboard and eyeglasses, to developing an affordable origami microscope. This innovation aims to make science accessible globally, with half a million units distributed. Prakash emphasizes the importance of community and global collaboration in addressing scientific challenges, advocating for activism and engagement to tackle these issues.

What role does community play in solving scientific problems according to Manu Prakash?

In what ways does Manu Prakash suggest that tools and communities interact in scientific endeavors?