Meet 14-year-old San Diego student Sharvi Mahajan, whose AI system can detect driver fatigue before accidents happen & who is now competing for $25,000 science prize

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Sharvi Mahajan, a 14-year-old Indian-American student, is a finalist in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge. She developed an AI system using EEG to detect driver fatigue before accidents occur. This innovative technology monitors brain activity for early signs of sleepiness. Sharvi aims to refine her project and make a significant real-world impact. She aspires to a career combining neuroscience and artificial intelligence.