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It all started with curiosity that sparked in him. "...we’ll never run out of ideas in this world. Just keep inventing. Keep thinking of new ways to improve our world and keep making it a better place,” says Heman Bekele, the winner of the 2023 3M #YoungScientist Challenge and now TIME's 2024 Kid of the Year! 🎉 Heman invented Melanoma Treating Soap (MTS), a compound-based bar soap designed to treat skin cancer. All of us at 3M are extremely proud of him and it's moments like this that keep encouraging us to continue to spark curiosity and passion for innovation in the younger generation of scientists! 💡

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Introducing our Kid of the Year, Heman Bekele: The fifteen-year-old invented a soap that could one day treat, and even prevent, some skin cancers https://ti.me/3YK6AQ8

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In a world where innovation is often driven by extensive research teams and seasoned professionals, the story of this young prodigy who has invented a soap with the potential to cure skin cancer serves as a beacon of possibility and inspiration. This accomplishment not only underscores the boundless potential of youthful creativity but also represents a significant leap forward in our collective quest to address one of the most challenging and pervasive health issues of our time. The implications of this invention extend far beyond the immediate realm of dermatology. Should this soap prove effective in combating skin cancer, it would herald a new era in cancer treatment, offering a non-invasive and potentially more accessible alternative to current therapies. This could drastically reduce the burden of skin cancer on patients, healthcare systems, and society at large.

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Caroline Ylitalo

Board member dedicated to helping high school students succeed in STEM by mentoring science fair projects

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So rewarding for me to see that the program I co-founded in 2008 has grown to generate such publicity

Fantastic Heman your so young with such an amazing future ahead. Beacon of inspiration for all young people! Best wishes for your future

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Lauren Cox

Global communications and media relations leader, driving impactful content strategies for 3M

2mo

Heman is such an inspiring and innovative thinker! I can't wait to see where his journey takes him and how many lives he positively impacts. 🙌

Israt Jahan Femi

Cybersecurity Influencer Recruiter at Kiteworks

1mo

Incredible achievement, Heman! Your innovation and drive to make the world a better place are truly inspiring. It's amazing to see young minds like yours shaping the future of science. Kudos to 3M for fostering curiosity and innovation in the next generation!

Caroline Ylitalo

Board member dedicated to helping high school students succeed in STEM by mentoring science fair projects

2mo

I was one of the judges who selected Heman as the 2023 YSC winner

Nabeela Dhaifullah

Procurement Officer at Allsaleh Trading Company

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Brandon O'Brien Jankovsky

Vice President, Social Impact Marketing and Strategic Alliances | Corporate Social Responsibility

2mo

I love seeing how this #YoungScientist is inspiring future innovators to come! Congratulations Heman!

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