CSEF · 2004
Seeing Double in Focus
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals How are identcial twins different and similar? I think that I will discover that my sisters will not have the same blood samples and dental X-rays. I think they will have a…
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CSEF · 2004
Snail Science
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The objective of our project was to determine the effect of calcium added to an aquatic snail's environment on a snail's weight gain and loss. Methods/Materials First, we bo…
CSEF · 2004
Snails on Their Trails: Do Snails Have Color Vision?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals My objective was to study the ability of animals to recognize colors and try to understand how early in evolution it first appeared. I believe that so ancient animals such a…
CSEF · 2004
Snake Locomotion: Analysis of Forces
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project is to look into the pattern of force exerted during lateral undulation, the most common form of snake locomotion. Methods/Materials I analyzed th…
CSEF · 2004
Tea Extracts Inhibit the Proliferation and Differentiation of Adipocytes
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Obesity is a major public health problem and in the U.S. alone more than 65% of the adult population is overweight or obese. The result of this epidemic is an increase in ob…
CSEF · 2004
The Arboreal Acrobatics of the Western Gray Squirrel
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals I chose to test the jumping ability of squirrels because I have enjoyed watching them in my backyard, running, leaping and chasing each other. My objective for this experime…
CSEF · 2004
The Correlation of Sperm Life Expectancy to the Rotation of Semen
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Artificial insemination has become a standard practice in the modern swine industry. Proper handling of semen is crucial for success(Ladd, 2003). Can the correlation of life…
CSEF · 2004
The Effect of Athlete's Heart Syndrome on Pulse Pressure
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Pulse pressure (the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressures) is recognized as a leading predictor of stroke and heart attack risk. For every ten point incr…
CSEF · 2004
The Effect of Body Symmetry on Athletic Ability
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals The main objective/goal in this project is to see if there is a correlation between body symmetry and athletic ability, and if so to what degree does body symmetry effect at…
CSEF · 2004
The Effect of Color on the Behavior of Tidepool Sculpin
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The objective of my project is to find out how Tidepool Sculpin react to colors in their natural habitat. I believed that the sculpin would stay away from all the colors exc…
CSEF · 2004
The Effect of External Stimuli on Primates
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Since primates are known to be curious, the purpose of this project is to determine which types of objects are most interesting to the pygmy marmosets at the San Diego Zoo.…
CSEF · 2004
The Effect of Temperature on Filtration Rates of Mytilus californianus, the California Mussel
Zoology
Objectives/Goals Can mussels be used as a biological mechanism to decrease high levels of phytoplankton in California bay waters? If so, at what temperature do they function best? Methods/Ma…
CSEF · 2004
The Fingers of Isaac Stern: Will Constant Stress Affect the Development of Phalanges?
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective is to determine if violinists have longer phalanges in their left hand than their right hand compared to non-violinist. I believe violinists have longer left h…
CSEF · 2004
The Formation and Prevention of Cataracts in Cow Eye Lens
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals This experiment examines the formation of a type of cataract in a cow eye lens. The reason cow eyes were used is because of the similar size of cow eye lenses in relation to…
CSEF · 2004
The Freezing Tolerance of Mytilus edulis (Black mussel) and Perna canaliculus (Green mussel)
Zoology
Objectives/Goals Cryobiologists are trying to develop procedures for freezing and thawing organs for transplant. Mussels produce a cryoprotectant to help them withstand cold temperatures. Th…
CSEF · 2004
The Mantis Project 3: What Factor Is Critical for Success?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The third year of this project sought to determine cause of the dismal results that were obtained last year trying to duplicate Matilda's performance. This study included wi…
CSEF · 2004
The Physical Effects of Low Temperature on Two Diverse Species of Insects
Zoology
Objectives/Goals My goal was to observe and determine the physical effects on two diverse species of the insect class as a result of different times of exposure to low temperature. Methods/M…
CSEF · 2004
The Power of Rat Senses
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals My project was to determine the role of rats# memory and senses in navigating a maze environment. I believe that their sense of smell will be better than their sense of sigh…
CSEF · 2004
The Role of Krox-20, a Transcription Factor, in Craniofacial Muscle Development
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals To understand the effect of the Krox-20 mutant on jaw-opener development. Methods/Materials Mandibles with muscles attached were dissected from E14 embryos and mounted onto…
CSEF · 2004
The Sowbug's Dilemma: Shelter, Shade, or Swamp?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals Sowbugs (Oniscus asellus) are known to seek (1) hiding places, (2) darkness, and (3) dampness. I wondered what a sowbug would do if forced to choose between two things it li…
CSEF · 2004
Tick Tock, Let's Change the Mouse's Internal Clock
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective is to determine if having a partner will speed up the time it takes mice to change their internal clocks. Methods/Materials Six mice of identical ages and gend…
CSEF · 2004
Utilizing Counter-Movement Medicine Ball Throws to Increase Elite & Non-Elite Athletes' Vertical Jump Heights-2 yr Study
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Throughout history, many athletes have been forced into early retirement due to knee injuries and joint inflammation. The constant pounding on knee joints of athletes, in vo…
CSEF · 2004
What Color Can Dogs See Best?
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals My objective is to see what color dogs are most attracted to. Methods/Materials 1st Place a blue, green, yellow, red, and purple 21.3x27.8c paper in a line. Each 7.3cm apart…
CSEF · 2004
What Is the Difference in Quality between a Confined Chicken's Egg and a Backyard Chicken's Egg?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals My project was to determine if the quality of a commercial chicken's egg was better or worse than a backyard chicken's egg. I think that a backyard chicken's egg will have a…
CSEF · 2004
What Is the Prevalence of Roundworms and Hookworms in Young Companion Dogs versus Young Dogs in Shelters?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The objective of my experiment was to determine if puppies in shelters or companion puppies have a greater prevalence of roundworms and hookworms. This is significant becaus…
CSEF · 2004
What Makes the Giddyup?
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals My objective was to find what commom equine feed will produce the most energy for the horse judged by the horses blood sugar (glucose) level. Methods/Materials -seven health…
CSEF · 2004
When Do I Change My Fish Tank?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals My objective was to see how long it takes before the water in a fish tank needs to be changed. I think that it will take one week before the water in a 2.5 gallon tank needs…
CSEF · 2004
Whew, I Am Winded! The Lung Capacity Test
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals To determine why some muscians can hold their notes longer than others. Lung capacity is affected by activity. Methods/Materials To measure lung capacity a meter was designe…
CSEF · 2004
Which Bait Do Crabs Bite?
Zoology
Objectives/Goals My project was to determine what kind of bait is the most effective in catching Dungeness crab. This species is the most common sport crab in Humboldt Bay. There were two th…