49. Using Engineering To Serve Humanity w/ Abe Wright
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Can engineering create sustainable change in the world? In this episode of the Global Health Pursuit podcast, we speak with Abe Wright, co-founder and CTO of Design Outreach. We discuss Abe's transition from an engineer at J&J to leading a nonprofit focused on global health. Abe shares the story of the Life Pump, a reliable and sustainable water pump designed to alleviate poverty. The episode covers: The technical challenges and successes in developing the Life PumpDesign Outreach's growth, and their expansion into other areas like sanitation and medical devices. The importance of setting higher standards for reliability in global health technologiesThe transformative impact of consistent water access, as evidenced by a decade-long functioning Life Pump in Malawi. Opportunities for engineers and volunteers to get involved with Design Outreach's mission. __________________ Support the Podcast Click here to send in a one-time or monthly donation Thank you to our partners at CHIMUK: A sustainable and ethical handmade fashion brand transforming women's lives through knitting. Purchase one of a kind, high quality baby alpaca, and cotton handmade scarves, hats, and more! Each product comes with a special QR code linking you to a photo/bio of the artisan who handmade your product! Click here to see the impact you can make by shopping with Chimuk. >>Use the code GHP10 for 10% off at checkout! Submit a Question Click here to send in a question! Join the Podcast Mailing list: https://www.globalhealthpursuit.com/mailing-list Make sure to follow Hetal on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook! Email her at [email protected].
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