38,465 real projects from ISEF, the Canada-Wide Science Fair, JSHS, AJAS, the Calgary Youth Science Fair and the California Science & Engineering Fair — searchable by meaning, and filterable by fair, year, category and award.
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective is to investigate the protein form-function relationship in photoresponsive surfactant and Crystal Violet solution after exposure to various light energies in…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project was to synthesize cell surface carbohydrates found on both bacterial and human cell walls as modified glycoconjugates to assist in the inhibition…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment was to determine how the antioxidant Alpha-Lipoic Acid affected the functions of the airway epithelium in the lungs. I hypothesized that Alpha…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals Alpha helical secondary structures in proteins are formed by backbone (i,i+4) hydrogen bonds. My goal is to evaluate the effect of salt bridges between oppositely charged am…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment is to see whether sulfide ions can be oxidized fast enough by S. Pombe and brewer's yeast sulfide oxidizing proteins, or if their rate of ox…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals This project was designed to test whether or not genetic transformation of the pGLO gene was possible in species of Monera after they were mutated by varying degrees of radi…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals It is now known that oxidative stress is one of the major causes of the initiation, progression, and consequences of diabetes mellitus, including heart disease, diabetic neu…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals To determine the effects of honey on extending the shelf life and preserving fruits and vegetables. Methods/Materials I purchased strawberries and tomatoes from the grocery…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals We have propsed a new method of electrophoresis and the seperation of biomolecules such as DNA and proteins. This proposed method is dubbed "surface electrophoresis". In thi…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals This study investigated the association between single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the Insulin-like Growth Factor Pathway and the increased susceptibility to breast c…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project is to determine if different varieties of sugar affect the amounts of carbon dioxide to be released during the process of fermentation. The hyp…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective of my project is to see if tumor cells could travel through the lymph system to metastasize to other parts of the body and the factors within the nodes that co…
CSEF · 2006
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals In order to assess the potential of PTEN as a chemosensitizer and its ability to reduce side effects of chemotherapy, this study was conducted to examine the effect of tumor…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals My goal was to study possible interactions between the proteins BBP, a splicing factor, and BUR2, a transcription factor, in yeast. Finding an interaction would suggest a la…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment is to explore the molecular evolution of ion channel genes. Based upon previous studies, the hypothesis is that potassium channels were the fi…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals My objective was to observe similarities and differences in the DNA of various fruits and vegetables by extracting the DNA and performing gel electrophoresis.I believe that…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of the project is to determine the effects of controlled atmospheric conditions on malic acid production in apples. Methods/Materials Apples were stored in 3 dif…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals I recreated the digestive system and enzymes. My project is a continuation of last year which I have done 288 more tests. I wanted to see if starch would combine with glucos…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals To determine whether or not the concentration/pH of pepsin will affect how thoroughly proteins are digested. Methods/Materials 1. Separate the albumin, or white of an egg, f…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals Is a variation in the DNA sequence of telomerase, the enzyme that adds telomeres to the ends of chromosomes, responsible for longevity? Based on previous correlations betwee…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective is to observe and compare the effect of acidic fruit juices on apple slices to determine which juice will be the most effective in preventing oxidation (browni…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals "How does changing the temperature affect how long it takes Chinese cabbage to ferment into kimchee reaching a pH of 3.5?" It is hypothesized that the kimchee in the 32o C w…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals U.S. agencies do not require labeling of foods containing genetic modifications. In Europe, however, label regulations require that any genetically modified plant DNA be ide…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals When antioxidants are advertised, they claim that they can work miracles- but are they telling the truth? The goal of my project is to test sulfur-based antioxidants to see…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals My goal was to answer the question "Can Bones resorb calcium". My Hypothesis was yes, bones can resorb calcium. Methods/Materials First I decalcified the bones using Vinegar…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals My project is based on the hypothesis which states that if I apply a topical protein to hair, it will thicken, strengthen and increase the heat resistance more than untreate…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective of our project was to test the effectiveness of xylitol in reducing the acidity of the plaque. Methods/Materials We tested five subjects. The night before the…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of my experiment is to determine the effect of hydrogen peroxide amount, temperature, pH, enzyme amount, and inhibitor on catalase activity. The independent vari…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects approximately 2.6 million people around the world. Previous studies have shown that antibodies to adhesi…
CSEF · 2005
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals Although alcohol#s effects on the body are known, its exact mechanisms of action are not. This study's goal is to better understand the glycine receptor. Position 52 in the…