overcoming obstacles
How Gujarat's Ganesh Baraiya Overcame Height Discrimination to Become a Doctor Despite Dwarfism
Nov 27, 2025 03:02 pm CST
Ganesh Baraiya, a three-foot-tall doctor from Gujarat with dwarfism and 72% locomotive disability, successfully fought legal battles against the Medical Council of India to pursue his medical education. After taking his case to the Supreme Court in 2018, he graduated from Bhavnagar Medical College and now dedicates himself to treating underserved rural populations, potentially becoming the world's shortest doctor.
From Classroom Rebels to Nobel Laureates: How Academic Misfits Changed Science
Oct 03, 2025 05:28 pm CST
Discover the surprising educational journeys of Nobel Prize winners who defied traditional academic paths. From Einstein's mediocre grades to Frances Arnold's expulsion from school, this article reveals how some of science's greatest minds overcame early educational challenges before achieving the ultimate recognition in their fields.