
Kenneth Sarip
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Headband Device to Monitor Glymphatic System
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Kenneth is a young builder from San Ramon, California, currently developing a headband device to monitor the glymphatic system and monitor brain health, funded by a Merge Grants award. He was honored with the Outstanding Teen Citizenship Award for his impact on his high school and local community. Kenneth has also been recognized by the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce for his contributions and is active in neurotech and health hardware projects.
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