Isaiah Harvey

Merrillville High School, IN

Poster Presentation Topic

Digital Transformation: Integration of Technology / AI

Biography

Isaiah Harvey is a rising senior at Merrillville High School whose journey is defined by resilience, innovation, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact. Born with bilateral hearing loss, Isaiah has defied expectations by transforming personal challenges into powerful solutions. He created a prototype for a haptic watch designed to support individuals who are hard of hearing and deaf, demonstrating both technical skill and empathy-driven innovation. He is also the founder of the nonprofit Quantum Visionary Foundation Incorporated, an organization dedicated to empowering youth through innovation, education, and access to STEM opportunities. His academic and professional promise is reflected in his induction into the National Society of Future Medical Professionals, his selection as a member of the University of Chicago’s Youth Advisory Council, his distinction as the first youth inducted into Northwest Indiana’s Top 20 Under 40, and his acceptance into MIT’s IDEA2 2026 Cohort. Isaiah aspires to study biomedical engineering and is driven by a vision to design medical devices that support physicians and improve patient care.

Beyond academics and athletics, Isaiah has gained broader recognition as a young innovator and creator known as “Guy in the Lab.” Community and innovation spotlights highlight his achievements, including earning top honors at a Society of Innovators Pitch Competition, developing the project SignalSafe 2.0, and receiving a leadership and character award. Through his public presence, Isaiah shares his creative process and inspires other youth to pursue opportunities in STEM and innovation. His growing body of work reflects a passion for equity, invention, and using science and technology to improve lives.