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High schoolers win Samsung prize for eco-friendly ECG sensors from lobster shells

St. Malachy's students develop sustainable health technology using seafood waste

· 1 min read · HOC Vancouver Desk

Three high school students from St. Malachy's Memorial High School have won a Samsung Solve for Tomorrow prize for their innovative eco-friendly ECG sensors made from lobster shells. The project represents a creative intersection of sustainability and health technology, transforming seafood waste into functional medical devices. The award recognizes the students' commitment to solving real-world problems through science and engineering.