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Radio Leicester,4 mins

'It's an invention that could change the world'

Summaya Mughal

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An invention by a former Loughborough University student has been shortlisted as one of the 100 ways that could change the world. Megan Snepvangers has invented 'SafeX', an easy-to-use personal fire safety device, which has been tested and endorsed by firefighters in training to help people escape high-rise buildings. The invention has been selected as part of 'Prototypes for Humanity 2022' event that's taking place in Dubai.

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