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ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
The purpose of this experiment was to characterize the effect of the super absorbent polymer in the presence of metal ions. Sodium polyacrylate samples were prepared using variations of NaOH…
ISEF · 2023
Biochemistry
Nanotechnology and nanoscale science are practiced at nano scale (1-100 nanometers), this scale is so small it involves interaction with atoms and molecules. Nanoparticles have been used for…
ISEF · 2023
Biochemistry
In the United States, a stroke occurs every 40 seconds. 60% of strokes will occur in females and 87% will be ischemic strokes. One modifiable risk factor for stroke severity, and subsequentl…
ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
Hydrogen is a clean energy source with tremendous unrealized potential. When oxidated in a polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell (PEMFC), it produces energy at a rapid rate, whilst only pro…
ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
Ink can be made from different plants and contain additives to intensify color. Using a spectrophotometer, I tested combinations of 5% acetic acid, gum Arabic and potassium aluminum sulfate…
ISEF · 2023
Biochemistry
The purpose of this research was to test the effect of the Tsaile Lake Water (Lake outside Tsaile) on the Mitotic Index of Allium cepa root tip. The hypothesis is if the Tsaile Lake water an…
ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
In recent years heavy metals have become an environmental concern across the U.S. Metals found in waterways lead to the need for efficient and cost-effective removal methods from drinking wa…
ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
Metabolic engineering offers possibilities of environmental protection using enzymes in biodegradation cascades, which could be used in degrading toxic pollutants from the environment. In th…
ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
Wildfires are common in our area and need to be controlled. This project tests surfactants and their effectiveness in fire suppression and their potential applications in firefighting. This…
ISEF · 2023
Biochemistry
Bromodomain and extra-terminal (BET) proteins play essential roles in regulating gene expression and immune responses. In fact, BET proteins have been associated with diseases such as cancer…
ISEF · 2023
Chemistry
Volatile organic compounds are significant precursors of atmospheric ozone and secondary organic aerosols, and different compositions of VOCs have different effects on atmospheric reactions.…
ISEF · 2023
Biochemistry
Phragmites Australis is an aggressive species that lowers plant biodiversity. The main purpose of this study is to analyze the Phragmites Australis to help poor countries be more self-suffic…