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My name is Ling Yi (Linda) Guo, and I am a Grade 12 student from Alberta. I enjoy building things and have a passion for hands-on learning and solving problems. In university, I plan to pursue a career in health sciences. My goal is to develop vaccines for different types of cancers, and incorporate robotic technologies into the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This year, I have developed a robotic module, named “In-Sight,” to provide obstacle detection and GPS navigation for the blind or visually impaired with affordable and effective technology. I taught myself to use breadboards, Arduino, and programming. My advice to other students is to dream big, and not be afraid to try something new. |
| Linda Guo In-Sight
Challenge: | Innovation | Category: | Senior | Region: | Wood Buffalo | City: | Fort McMurray, AB | School: | Westwood Community High School | Abstract: | "In-Sight" is a robotic device that provides GPS navigation and obstacle detection for the blind or visually impaired. It is designed for low-income families in both modern and developing countries, and can be easily attached onto a hat. |
Awards | Value | Excellence Award - Senior Bronze Medal Sponsor: Youth Science Canada | | University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship Senior Bronze Medallist - $1000 Entrance Scholarship Sponsor: University of Ottawa | $1 000.00 | Western University Scholarship Bronze Medallist - $1000 Entrance Scholarship Sponsor: Western University | $1 000.00 | Total | $2 000.00 | |