CYSF · 2026
do winter tiers work best for cars in snowy and icy conditions
Bronze Medal
do winter tiers actually make a difference and if so why don't more people use them
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CYSF · 2026
DUST IMPACT ON SOLAR PANELS
Bronze Medal
This project is about solar panels and the many questions it can hold. There will also be a display of a solar panel.
CYSF · 2026
DWC Duel: Synthetic vs Organic
Bronze Medal
Between the mineral-based and organic homemade hydroponic nutrient solution, which is the best option for the height and number of leaves on a spearmint plant?
CYSF · 2026
Effect of Transmission Mechanism Type on Gripper Load Capacity
Bronze Medal
This project tested how different internal mechanisms affect the maximum load held by a cardboard parallel gripper, finding that the belt drive mechanism held the greatest weight compared to…
CYSF · 2026
Effects of Technology on Kids
Bronze Medal
We tested the effect of tech by looking at the amount of time kids spend on technology to see if it had an effect on self-confidence and memory.
CYSF · 2026
Efficient Deicers: Comparing Acetates, Chlorides and Homemade Deicers
Bronze Medal
This project will look at the differences of homemade deicers, acetates and chlorides in ice melting. This project aims to help people differentiate between acetates and chlorides so they kn…
CYSF · 2026
Emergent Behavior in Constrained and Unconstrained Financial Environments: Portfolio Volatility and Overtrading
Bronze Medal
Analysis and prediction of current and future AIs' independent performances regarding managing a portfolio with fiscal reports, beta evaluations based on data from Alpha Arena(organized by N…
CYSF · 2026
Filtering Water With Cheap Materials For a Sustainable Future
Bronze Medal
Water filtration can be expensive, but if we use organic materials, the process can be easier and cheaper. We are going to run a small scale experiment that focuses on what the possible outc…
CYSF · 2026
FluorideFlow: How different levels of fluoride in calgary's waters affect bacterial growth.
Bronze Medal
Fluoride flow is about how different levels of fluoride affect bacterial growth in water! This project includes information on bacteria, fluoride, and even about why calgary decided to add f…
CYSF · 2026
Fruit Batteries
Bronze Medal
For my project, I am making small devices out of lemons, oranges, bananas, and potatoes to light up a LED bulb. I am finding out which fruit (or vegetable) will create the best battery and l…
CYSF · 2026
Hand Speed Challenge
Bronze Medal
We tested if athletes have faster hand speed reaction time than non- athletes.
CYSF · 2026
"Harnessing Stem-Cell Bioengineering": Investigating Chronic Kidney Disease and the Potential of Stem-Cell-Based Artificial Kidneys
Bronze Medal
This study explores using stem-cell bioengineering to treat chronic kidney disease and kidney shortages, focusing on the potential of stem-cell-based artificial kidneys, and seeing if their…
CYSF · 2026
Heartbeats & Headphones
Bronze Medal
We investigated and analyzed the effect of different genres of music on heart rate.We compared the results for different age group like teenagers(16) and adults(40).
CYSF · 2026
Heart in Motion: How to Exercise Efficiently and Recover Properly
Bronze Medal
What I am doing is bringing people of certain fitness levels, genders, and ages. Recorded their heartbeat before, during and after exercise. I will see its effect by those factors, and make…
CYSF · 2026
Holding Water in a Dry World: Improving Drought Resilience Through Low-Cost Soil Amendments
Bronze Medal
This project examines how organic and inorganic soil amendments affect soil water retention to identify low-cost methods to improve soil moisture and thus plant resilience during increasing…
CYSF · 2026
Hot ice
Bronze Medal
My project is about how different amounts of baking soda affect the crystallization of the vinegar and baking soda solution.
CYSF · 2026
HOW AND WHERE TO STORE YOUR FOOD
Bronze Medal
This is food science, not consumer goods. Our project is about where and how to store your foods so they stay less mouldy and more edible.
CYSF · 2026
How can we get rid of oil on water?
Bronze Medal
What methods can we use to separate oil spills from water? And why we should seperate oil from water.
CYSF · 2026
How Different Types of Wingtips on Commercial Aircraft Effect Drag and Fuel Efficiency.
Bronze Medal
I will be testing how 3 different winglet designs- none, blended winglet, and a split winglet affect drag on model replica wings to determine which is most fuel efficient/ better for the env…
CYSF · 2026
How does ADHD affect us in our daily life?
Bronze Medal
In this project we want to learn, and understand how can ADHD affect us in everything we do, and how we live
CYSF · 2026
How does city lights start pollution?
Bronze Medal
When we over-light, fail to use timers and sensors, or use the wrong colour of light, we can negatively affect many parts of our world, impacting migratory birds, pollinators, sea turtles, a…
CYSF · 2026
How do various drugs impact brain function and structure, and how does repeated use lead to neuroplastic changes associated with addiction?
Bronze Medal
This project examines how different drugs affect the brain, focusing on which areas are impacted and how prolonged use changes neural pathways. It explores how these changes in neuroplastici…
CYSF · 2026
How Heart Rate Affects Cognitive Functions
Bronze Medal
In this project, we will see how heart rate affects brain functions. We will figure this out by making two test sheets. A group of people will do this.
CYSF · 2026
How quantum entanglement will help with communication in the future? (Quantum Connections: The future of communication)
Bronze Medal
This project explores quantum entanglement and how it can be used in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) to create the potential for far more secure communication.
CYSF · 2026
How/which stem cells, multi-potent vs. pluripotent, are viable treatments for Alzheimers Disease
Bronze Medal
Finding a cure or method to inhibit the deterioration of the brain for individuals with Alzheimers Disease using stem cells, specifically Neural Stem Cells, Mesenchymal Stem Cells, Embryonic…
CYSF · 2026
How wing shape and surface area influence the speed and distance of a paper airplane
Bronze Medal
Testing if changing the wing shape and surface area of a paper airplane affects its flight distance and flight speed/ time in air.
CYSF · 2026
Hydroelectricity
Bronze Medal
In this experiment project, we will be analyzing and investigating the conversion of water energy into electricity. Water kept at height will fall onto the turbine and electricity will be pr…
CYSF · 2026
Impacts of Cannabis Consumption on Humans Mental and Physical Health
Bronze Medal
In this project I will be researching how cannabis consumption affects human's mental and physical health. I will also be researching how cannabis affects different animals in studies conduc…
CYSF · 2026
Improving drivable model cars with safety features
Bronze Medal
Using Arduino sensors to put real-world car safety features into an RC car
CYSF · 2026
Improving Grip Performance in an Articulating Model of Prosthetic Hand Using Different Materials
Bronze Medal
This project investigates how different materials affect the grip of a prosthetic hand. We will test materials such as rubber, foam, fabric, silicon, and plastic using a model prosthetic han…