#16 Winning the Google Science Fair and Protecting the Environment

Fionn Ferreira's enthusiasm for chemistry and innovation is only matched by his passion for helping the environment.

When you put these two qualities together along with the chance to win a t-shirt and a Chromebook, you get the beginnings of Fionn's journey to winning the 2019 Google Science Fair.

Since then, he has attended the World Economic Forum, featured in ads for HP, spoken on global stages, had a minor planet named after him and is now working with engineers to scale his innovation.

In this chat, Fionn gives his thoughts on why science in its truest sense is a mindset rather than chemical formulas, how to find a science fair to suit your strengths and what every amateur scientist should have lying around the house.

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Host's Notes:
Chatting with Fionn, it's clear that science for him is not formulas and exams, but fun, experimentation and learning. You also get a sense that at the heart of what he does is a deep desire to inspire and educate others. I'm sure this episode will bring a smile to your face and hopefully get you thinking differently about what science is and what it could be.