Bamboo microscopes
April 14, 2008 – 9:44 pm
Science is best learnt by conducting experiments. Children in “developed” countries have a much better science learning experience, thanks to the expensive lab equipment they get to use. Unfortunately, in “developing” countries, children hardly get to see science in action. There are many organizations trying to close this learning gap, and this article from Nature describes one such effort. It talks about Delhi-based nonprofit Jodo Gyan which makes microscopes out of bamboo and distributes it to underprivileged kids.
Nice read, check it out!
4 Responses to “Bamboo microscopes”
Wow! This looks like a real cool idea.
The minute I saw this, I wanted to gift my cousin who is in class IX now something like this.
Only if my cousin gets a chance to put every small thing that comes to his mind under HIS OWN microscope without the fear of spoiling the instrument (the way we feel in the science labs of schools), will he appreciate the beauty of science.
I am really impressed !
By Rajat on Apr 14, 2008
That’s an awesome view point Rajat!
Thanks for sharing it with us!
By devadutta on Apr 16, 2008
I mailed Komal from Jodo Gyan enquiring about the availability of the microscopes in Bnagalore. She replied back saying that the orders can be placed by an email to jodogyandel@yahoo.com. They will arrange for the microscopes to be delivered through courier. Payment can be made by a dd.
Address:
Jodo Gyan Educational Services, Delhi
E Block 12 & 13; above Sanjay Cloth House
Shakurpur (near Britannia Chowk)
Delhi -110034
Tel.no. 27102820
Cheers
By Rajat on Apr 18, 2008
Now that is swift action. Thanks for the info Rajat:)
By nihit on Apr 18, 2008