Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old high school student, has been named America s Top Young Scientist for his invention of a bar of soap that treats skin cancer. The soap contains three ingredients that reactivate dendritic cells, which are important for the immune response against skin cancer. Bekele s invention is affordable, costing only $0.50 per bar. He plans to use his prize money to patent the invention and support his college education. Bekele hopes to become an electrical engineer and make a positive impact through his work and community involvement.
He developed a cancer-fighting soap - while in middle school
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Kid Invents Soap That Could Treat Skin Cancer
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