Elizabeth (Liz) Holmes

Elizabeth (Liz) Holmes is an American entrepreneur known for founding Theranos, a health technology company that claimed to revolutionize blood testing with a device that could run numerous tests using just a few drops of blood. However, investigations revealed that the technology did not work as advertised, and Holmes was accused of misleading investors and patients about its capabilities. Her actions led to criminal charges, and she was convicted for fraud. Holmes's story highlights the importance of transparency and validation in scientific innovation and investment.