After studying the harmful effects of additives in our food, Ava set out to help people make educated decisions about the toxins they put into their bodies. Her goal is to create an inexpensive, easy to use, portable device so that people all around the world can use it.Īva Canney, a 16-year-old from Ireland, invented a spectrometer that measures the amount of dye in candy and soda. Gitanjali Rao, a 13-year-old from Denver came up with an invention that helps detect lead in drinking water so that individuals can do the test themselves and get results sooner. She is hoping to get it patented and in the hands of communities in Florida that are vulnerable to sinkholes. Sophia Wang, a 16-year-old from Connecticut invented a device that can detect sinkholes before they occur, and after two years of work, her prototype is now 93% accurate. All of the young inventors come from very different backgrounds, but with a common goal to help others using their inventions: You can see all of their reactions to the surprise here.

To celebrate, in lieu of Monopoly winnings, Hasbro surprised young female inventors and entrepreneurs with the recognition they deserve –approximately $20,580 in REAL money to fuel their inventive spirit and further their projects – which just so happens to be the same amount of Monopoly money featured in the game. Monopoly was created to inspire everyone, young and old as it spotlights women who have challenged the status quo. Monopoly is an advocate whose mission is to invest in female entrepreneurs. Monopoly game marks the first time in the franchise’s history where a new character will grace the cover – and while Mr. is introducing the first-ever game in the Monopoly franchise that celebrates women trailblazers with Ms. PAWTUCKET, R.I.-( BUSINESS WIRE)-Today, Hasbro, Inc.

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