Anika Chebrolu

Anika Chebrolu, born in 2006, is an Indian American child prodigy in the field of medical science. She is best known for winning the title of "America's Top Young Scientist" in Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge for young scientists in 2020.

Life and career

Chebrolu is from Frisco, Texas. She attended Independence High School. In 2019, after recovering from influenza, Cherbrolu developed an interest in treating viral diseases.

In 2020, as a 14 year old freshman, she won the 3M Young Scientist Challenge and $25,000. These discovered molecules are able to hinder the spread of the virus into human body cells. Teen Vogue's 21 Under 21, 2020