STARMUS VIII Celebrates Future Leaders with Junior Medals for Changemakers

2023, reached the finals of the "Princess of Girona Social Award" in 2025, and was among the top 10 finalists for the "Global Student Prize" out of nearly 11,000 submissions from 148 countries. Presently, she is pursuing a degree in Computational Media at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she continues to explore the intersection of science, creativity, technology, and education.

Valeria's journey exemplifies Stephen Hawking's belief that curiosity is a powerful force and underscores the importance of sharing scientific insights widely.

Aneeshwar Kunchala: Junior Jane Goodall Earth Medal


Aneeshwar Kunchala, hailing from the United Kingdom, has made an indelible mark as a young environmental advocate and conservationist. At just eleven years old, he has become an internationally recognized voice for wildlife protection and environmental education. His journey into advocacy began at four when he learned about the plight of a whale that died due to plastic pollution, sparking his commitment to protect animals and rally others to care for nature.

Kunchala has implemented his message through television documentaries, educational programs, public speaking engagements, journalism, and art, reaching a global audience. He has appeared in productions for the BBC, Sky Kids, and Channel 5, using significant platforms to share his conservation message at major international events and key institutions. Currently, he holds three Guinness World Records and has received numerous accolades, including the Diana Award, the British Citizen Youth Award, and the prestigious title of Youth Ambassador for the National Trust. Kunchala was also the first young columnist for

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