Indiatimes iconIndiatimesOct 19, 2026

17-year-old Caden Chau turns a $50 printer into 600+ assistive devices, reaching 400,000 worldwide

Caden Chau, a Calgary teenager, founded MakeAble to create affordable assistive devices using 3D printing technology. He developed the initiative after acquiring a second-hand 3D printer and collaborating with community partners. Chau received the Health for All Award for Health Equity recognizing his significant contr

17-year-old Caden Chau turns a $50 printer into 600+ assistive devices, reaching 400,000 worldwide

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