Foldscope
Powerful Paper Microscopes
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Dr. Manu Prakash (Co- Founder)
Associate Professor-Bioengineering
Stanford University
Dr. Jim Cybulski (CEO)�Co-Founder and Inventor
The Foldscope Story
The Foldscope Story
Initial Sketch of Concept
First Prototype Version
Our mission is to make science and STEM education equitable and accessible for everyone.
Our Mission
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We believe access to science and education is a human right.
Our Vision
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We want every child to carry a Foldscope in their back pocket.
Our Goal
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What can it do?
A paper microscope that can do all of this!
Eye Viewing
Cell Phone Viewing
Projection Viewing
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Different Magnifications
3 Different Lenses
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3 Different Light Modes
Brightfield
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Darkfield
Reflective Lighting
Those are WHAT?
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Prepare slides on paper!
Decorate and customize them!
Record data on the card!
Trading Card Style Slides
Using a Foldscope 2.0
Phone/Tablet Coupling
Attaches to main camera on your phone/tablet
Durable
Quality Performance
Tech Compatible
Foldscope 2.0
Specifications
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Microcosmos
Post and share your observations, and discoveries.
Read and comment on posts, collaborate with Foldscopers from all over the world.
www.microcosmos.foldscope.com
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Beyond the Classroom:
Exploring the Outdoors
The durability of the Foldscopes makes them an ideal tool to use outside
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Beyond Science:
Interdisciplinary
Collaboration tool for multiple content areas
NGSS Standards Aligned �K-12 Lesson Plans
K-12 Educator Bundles
Foldscope.com/pages/k12
Everything you need for a classroom in one package!
Lesson plans, onboarding, and training!
Fast & Curious 2025
Go to www.foldscope.com
Fill Out The Form - Plan A Workshop - Magnify Curiosity
Questions? Comments?
k12@foldscope.com
growth@foldscope.com
Social Media:
@TeamFoldscope
Thank You!
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