Elizabeth Holmes

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/elizabeth-holmes

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Elizabeth Holmes born?February 3, 1984
2. Where was Elizabeth Holmes born?Washington, D.C
3. What is Elizabeth Holmes known for?Founding Theranos, a biotechnology company that promised revolutionary blood testing technology
4. What is the company peak valuation?$9 billion in 2015
5. What is the key allegation?Misrepresenting the capabilities and accuracy of Theranos's blood-testing devices
6. Who is Elizabeth Holmes?Elizabeth Holmes is a former tech entrepreneur who started a company called Theranos that promised to change blood testing.

Biotechnology Entrepreneurship: The practice of founding and managing companies that develop and commercialize biological and medical innovations.
Securities Fraud: Deceptive practices in the stock or commodities markets, including misrepresenting information to investors.
Due Diligence: The process of investigating a potential investment or business opportunity to ensure its legitimacy and viability.