Eleanor Woods was not content with a bag that would just hold her schoolwork - she's designed one that aims to protect her friends and family. Eleanor's inspiration for backpack came from her mother having asthma
A schoolgirl's design for a backpack that can filter air to protect people from pollution and airborne disease has won a national innovation contest.
Eleanor Woods was presented with a real-world incarnation of her product in London over the weekend, having won over judges with a hi-tech satchel that"looks cool, will help get kids outside, and fights off colds".
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