Inspired by mussels, this 12-year-old Florida student is competing for a $25,000 prize with her eco-friendly adhesive

Florida student Aaisha Asif named 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalist with eco-friendly adhesive inspired by mussels Most people walk past mussels without giving it a second thought. However, these tiny shellfish possess an extraordinary ability that has fascinated scientists for decades – they can stick to rocks even when buffeted by powerful waves, thanks…

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Florida sixth-grader Naboshree Santra developed biodegradable soil-based shade balls designed to reduce evaporation and retain moisture; the 11-year-old is now competing for a $25,000 science prize

Naboshree Santra develops biodegradable soil shade balls that reduce evaporation and help soil retain more water, providing a simple solution for drought-affected agriculture An 11-year-old female student from Oviedo, Florida, has created a simple tool to help farmers conserve water during dry weather. Naboshree Santra, a sixth-grader at Jackson Heights Middle School, makes special soil…

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