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A 15-Year-Old With A Huge Brain And An Even Bigger Heart Blows MIT Away

In a world where the word “genius” gets thrown around to describe taxi-cab apps and online dating algorithms, it’s nice to meet someone who remembers that truly important inventions are about making life better for your community and your world … not just about finding the most efficient way to get a cheeseburger at 3…

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