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Also, seeing this article could convince a multitude of disadvantaged kids to pursue a career in STEM. Which would be a good thing.


On 1/12/21 10:39 pm, GRAHAM CHRISTIE wrote:
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>> At Cashmere High School they have a device that is soft underfoot and generates energy from passing Students in the Science block.
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>> I have supported young people win prizes for being innovative such as the Student Bevin referenced.
>> But my approach or point of view was slightly different.
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>> I was asked previously from a set of judges to evaluate an idea from a young guy from a technical point of view. (funny enough it also was for electricity for Africa)
>> On the face of it, it was a good idea for the average man on the street but in the end I said it will fail and gave my reasons.
>> But I said he should win the prize and the money (which he did) that came with it because he as a person should be supported and encouraged.
>> I said he will do this and fail and will learn, then he will do something else and he may succeed in the next idea.
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>> So I can pick technical holes in young peoples ideas all day long but the big picture is these people need supporting because one day they may come up with a real gem and we as society may benefit from it.
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>> Regards
>> Graham