Let's Talk About It Tuesdays: "Hemesh Chadalavada Creates Alpha Monitor to Transform Dementia Care"

Juan Linares Orihuela • May 14, 2024

"A Teen's Love: Illuminating Creativity Through Family Bonds"

In the realm of innovation, there are stories that stand out not just for their technical brilliance, but for the deeply personal motivations behind them. One such narrative unfolds with Hemesh Chadalavada, an Indian teenager whose journey into robotics was sparked by his love for his grandmother, Jayasree.


At 12, Hemesh witnessed his grandmother's struggles with Alzheimer's, including incidents like leaving the gas stove on. This moment drove him to channel his passion for robotics into creating a solution. By 2023, he had developed the Alpha Monitor, a wearable device to aid Alzheimer's patients, inspired by his grandmother's experiences and insights gained from care centers.

Despite challenges and skepticism, Hemesh remained determined, fueled by his grandmother's love.


His story highlights the transformative power of familial bonds in fostering creativity and innovation. As he continues his journey, guided by his grandmother's spirit, he not only honors her legacy but also showcases the potential for positive change when love and ingenuity intersect.


It's incredible to see how Hemesh's invention has opened doors for him. He's received recognition from various prestigious awards, including the Bal Shakti Puraskar Award for Innovation, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, Ideate For India, India's Unstoppable21, and the National CBSE Science Exhibition 2022-23. He's also been featured in the 25 Under 25 - Student Tribe, among other honors. These awards highlight his remarkable innovation and its positive impact on society.


Features of the Alpha Monitor :

  • Alerts Caregiver if Patient’s body conditions are abnormal.
  • Health Status of Patient is displayed in a Mobile App.
  • Health Status sends daily reports through SMS.
  • A camera monitors to help avoid or receive feedback from fall detection.
  • Medicine Reminder to all the patients.
  • Algorithm that predicts if a patient is wandering with machine learning.


In closing, let Hemesh's story serve as an inspiration for us all. Let's not only admire his journey but also take it as a call to action. I encourage whoever is reading this now to identify a problem in your life and transform it into a challenge. You could be the next solution to someone's problem. Let's harness our passions, talents, and love for our families to drive innovation and create a better world for all. Together, let's strive to continue innovating and shaping a brighter future for generations to come.

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