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Sirish Subash
AI Scientist
A WEEK OF IDEAS AND CONNECTIONS
The week will unfold as follows, with each day centered on a unique theme.
Hear from and be inspired by major icons during interviews with a diverse range of speakers who are making world-changing impact; check out the on-demand content; join workshops (known as Discovery Sessions) to learn about something new or dive deep into a topic you already love; take part in the live Q&A; and join the community chat (based on pass type — see pass details below for more details).
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Sirish Subash is a young innovator who is passionate about using science to solve real-world problems. Ever since he was little, he was curious about how things worked. That curiosity led him to science, where he found both answers and more questions. As he learned more about the challenges people face—like climate change and food safety—he started to see how science could offer real solutions. This is what inspired him to start building and sharing tools that help people better understand and protect the world around them.
In 2024, Sirish was named America’s Top Young Scientist after winning the 3M Young Scientist Challenge for his invention, PestiSCAND. PestiSCAND is a small, handheld device designed to detect pesticide residues on produce, helping people stay safe from harmful chemicals in their food. Pesticide residues are hard to remove with just water, and are linked to many health problems. With PestiSCAND, Sirish hopes to give people the power to make informed decisions about what they eat.
Sirish also believes strongly in the power of science communication. He has written two books to help young people better understand science. His first book, Carbon Block Puzzle, is a beginner-friendly guide to climate change—explaining what it is, why it matters, and what we can do. His second book, Biochemistry the Fun Way, is a graphic novel that introduces biochemistry in a fun and simple way. Sirish hopes these books inspire kids to be curious and see science as something they can do, too.
Alongside writing and inventing, Sirish has spent years participating in science fairs, speaking events, and other STEM programs. These experiences have helped him gain skills in research, building projects, and explaining scientific ideas to different kinds of audiences. He has also learned how to stay focused through long and difficult challenges, and how to turn ideas into real things that can help people.
As he looks to the future, Sirish plans to keep working on science projects that make a difference. He is interested in exploring fields like biotech, physics, and math, and continuing to share science in ways that are clear, fun, and useful for everyone.
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