How a ninth-grader from Georgia created a device to detect pesticides in fruits and veggies and won $25,00
- Posted on August 10, 2026
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How a ninth-grader from Georgia created a device to detect pesticides in fruits and veggies and won $25,00
A 14-year-old Georgia student created an AI-powered handheld device that can detect pesticide residue on fruits and vegetables. His invention, PestiSCAND, helped him win the Americas Top Young Scientist competition and a $25,000 prize.