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Introducing foldscope to young minds
Anupma Harshal, Akshaya Pai, Melisa Musanzika, Prashuchi Pandey, Vaibhav Shokeen & Aarush Kumbhakern
The Lodha Genius Programme (LGP) at Ashoka University, Sonipat, introduced 9th and 10th graders to the microscopic world through foldscope-based hands-on learning. Students explored antimicrobial resistance, cellular diversity, and scientific problem-solving, gaining independence, patience, and teamwork skills while cultivating curiosity and a love for exploration.