Ann Makosinski

Ann Makosinski is an inventor and entrepreneur internationally recognized for her innovations in sustainable technology from an early age. Of Filipino and Polish descent, Ann showed an early interest in science and invention. Her passion for engineering and creativity was evident as a child, when she spent hours in her home laboratory experimenting with various projects.

Worldwide recognition came when Ann was only 15 years old, when she invented the "Hollow Flashlight", a flashlight that works with the heat of the human body. This innovation earned her first prize at the 2013 Google Science Fair. The flashlight uses thermoelectric effect technology, converting the heat of the hand into electrical energy to generate light, making it especially useful in areas without reliable access to electricity.

Ann then continued her innovations and in 2014 created the "eDrink," a mug that converts the heat from a hot beverage into electricity to charge small electronic devices. These inventions not only demonstrated her ingenuity, but also her commitment to developing sustainable and practical solutions to everyday problems.

Ann has received numerous awards and recognition for her contributions, including being named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and receiving TIME magazine's Innovator of the Year award. In addition to her work as an inventor, Ann is an active motivational speaker, sharing her story and encouraging young people to explore and develop their own innovative ideas.

Makosinski studied at the University of British Columbia and has continued to work on new projects and collaborations with technology companies, keeping his focus on creating accessible and sustainable technology. His career is a testament to how curiosity and passion can lead to innovations that have a positive impact on the world.