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Innovators Shaping Humanity’s Future
Top 9 Highlights
In an era defined by rapid change and unprecedented challenges, these nine visionaries are redefining what it means to innovate for humanity. From life-saving medical devices to AI-driven art, from clean energy aviation to large-scale social impact campaigns, each of them is breaking barriers in their field while inspiring global action.
Their work transcends borders—uniting science, technology, creativity, and compassion. Whether developing tools to fight pandemics, reshaping education with AI, conserving vital resources, or building climate-resilient solutions, these leaders prove that innovation is not just about invention—it’s about creating a better, more sustainable future for all.
Top 9 Highlights
Top 1
Rayvon Stewart – Inventor from Jamaica
Creator of Xermosol, a UV-powered door handle capable of killing 99.9% of germs, significantly easing the workload of healthcare professionals during outbreaks. A clear example of how innovation from small nations can leave a lasting global impact.
Top 2
Bertrand Piccard – Civil Aviator & Environmentalist
Leader of Climate Impulse, a hydrogen-powered aircraft project aiming for a nonstop 9-day flight around the world, inspiring the future of clean aviation.
Top 3
​Refik Anadol – AI Digital Artist
Uses AI to create immersive digital artworks that reflect memory and nature, and launched Dataland, the world’s first AI-driven art museum, opening in 2025.
Top 4
Cynthia Breazeal – Robotics & AI Education Researcher (MIT)
Head of MIT RAISE and FutureMakers, advancing AI literacy for K–12 students globally to ensure mindful, creative, and inclusive use of artificial intelligence.
Top 5
Odunayo Eweniyi –
Co-founder of PiggyVest & Feminist Coalition
Driving innovation in fintech and social equity in Nigeria, serving as a leading voice for women in technology and civic innovation.
Top 6
Garvita Gulhati – Founder of Why Waste? (India)
Initiated the “Mission Paani” water conservation campaign, reaching over 500,000 restaurants and saving millions of liters of water—proving that youth-led action can trigger change on a macro scale.
Top 7
Gitanjali Rao – Global Youth Inventor (20, MIT)
Known for her scientific innovations in detecting lead in water, she received the 2025 Starmus Stephen Hawking Junior Medal for Science Communication—showcasing how young minds can reshape medicine and public health.
Top 8
Mahiben Maruthappu – Founder of Cera (UK)
Revolutionizing elder care with AI, cutting hospital admissions by 70% and saving the UK government over £1 million daily through an on-demand care platform.
Top 9
Sonam Wangchuk – Social Innovator (India)
Championing “entrepreneurs with conscience,” pioneering Passive Solar Heating Shelters and Ice Stupas to tackle water shortages in Ladakh—transforming the startup mindset from profit to solving societal and environmental challenges.
