Anand Kumar Sinha
Indian slum educator creating STEM opportunities for marginalized girls
In Mumbai's Dharavi slum, Anand Kumar Sinha (b. 1985) established Roshan Science Hub in 2008 - Asia's largest informal STEM education center serving 12,000+ underprivileged girls. His UNESCO-recognized program combines:
- 3D-printed lab equipment from recycled plastic
- Augmented reality chemistry simulations
- Mentorship from NASA scientists via satellite
Sinha's students achieved:
| Year | Achievement |
|---|---|
| 2017 | First slum team in International Astronomy Olympiad |
| 2021 | Patent for low-cost water purification system |
Using modified construction site generators, he powers mobile labs reaching 23 remote villages monthly. His TED Talk outlines plans to launch South Asia's first community-built nanosatellite by 2025.
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