Daniel Johnson uses his research on mental health in the military to effect policy change at the national level.

Mary Kimmel is a physician researcher, advocate, and mom dedicated to changing the way mothers who need mental health care are perceived and treated.

Nivi Ramasamy unravels the link between obesity and cancer.

Bailey Benson’s unconventional cookbook guides readers through much more than recipes.

Claire Bunschoten spent a year at The New York Botanical Garden unpacking the history and culture tied to one of America’s favorite flavors: vanilla.

Jordan April is establishing a national database that will empower residents facing health concerns about lead exposure in their homes.

Tushar Varma traveled across 35 states, visiting 85 independent bookstores to learn why they’re so vital to the communities they reside in.

Anderson Al Wazni strives to help communities hit by climate change.

Adam Dameron uses artificial intelligence to prevent human trafficking.

Upon watching her brother grow up and struggle with cystic fibrosis, Rhianna Lee has dedicated her life to studying the disease.

Childhood lessons about identity and self-worth inspire Ganga Bey to address how inequitable social environments affect our health — and how to change that.

Nazanin Knudsen uses writing, filmmaking, and small moments in time to reflect on larger cultural discrepancies.