YIC Alumni Maryana Takes Home Silver Medal at International Invention Competition

We are proud to announce that our alumni Maryana has won an international award and silver medal at the World Young Inventor Exhibition held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The annual WYIE is jointly organized by the Malaysian Invention and Design Society (MINDS) and C.I.S and was held concurrently at the 34th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX 2023) from 11 – 13 May 2023 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia.

WYIE aims to provide young inventors with the opportunity to showcase their inventions amongst their peers from all over the world. The organizers encourage young inventors, from all over the world to participate in this prestigious and exciting event.

Maryana’s invention, a solar-powered water purifier, was one of 400 inventions from 91 primary and secondary institutions in Malaysia, as well as seven other countries, that were on display at the exhibition. Her invention was praised by judges for its innovative design and potential to make a positive impact on the environment.

We are extremely proud of Maryana’s achievement and are excited to see what she accomplishes in the future. Her success is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and creativity. We are confident that she will continue to make us proud in the years to come.

Here is a more detailed description of Maryana’s invention:

• Problem: Water pollution is a major problem in many parts of the world. Contaminated water can cause a variety of health problems, including diarrhea, cholera, and typhoid.
• Solution: Maryana’s invention is a solar-powered water purifier that can remove harmful contaminants from water. The purifier uses a combination of filters and ultraviolet light to kill bacteria and viruses.
• Benefits: Maryana’s invention has the potential to improve the health and well-being of millions of people around the world. It could also help to reduce the amount of pollution in our oceans and waterways.

We are grateful to Maryana for sharing her invention with the world. We believe that her work has the potential to make a real difference in the lives of many people. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors.