Browse 670 real Materials Science and Engineering projects from CSEF, with abstracts, awards and links to the original entries.
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
Cities are often warmer than nearby rural areas because of the urban heat island effect, where buildings, roads, and rooftops absorb solar radiation during the day and release heat slowly at…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
Commercial menstrual products contain increasing amounts of synthetics, VOCs, PFAs, and heavy metals, raising safety concerns regarding both environmental and physiological health. The goal…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
In my project, I investigate the workability of soap. Workable soap is soft enough to easily slice, flexible enough to shape, and stretchy enough to bend without cracking. For three years, I…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
This project investigated whether connecting dissimilar metals predictably accelerates corrosion (galvanic attack) or prevents it (cathodic protection). Seven types of bolts (including steel…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
Purpose: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage human skin, and many rely on clothing for protection. However, the UV blocking ability of fabric may decrease after repeated laund…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
The Abstract of our project explores the melting points of silver(Ag) and gallium(Ga), emphasizing reasons for their different melting points. Silver, a precious metal, is typical of transit…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
Invasive fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) increases wildfire intensity, accelerates soil erosion, and requires repeated removal in regions such as Southern California. Meanwhile, petrole…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a significant contribute to photoaging and increases the risk of skin cancer. Effective photoprotection strategies are therefore essential. My study evaluated t…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
In my science fair project I figure out which DIY material is best to use for soundproofing. Some examples of materials I tested was a fiber rubber material (mousepads), cloth (some thick sh…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
Abstract of the Project The purpose of this project was to investigate whether protective surface coatings reduce acid-induced demineralization on tooth-like substrates and to evaluate artif…
CSEF · 2026
Materials Science (Junior Division)
In this experiment, we examined four different insulators to see which one provides the best insulation for a model house. We installed these insulators in four miniature houses that we buil…
CSEF · 2025
Materials Science Second Award
CSEF · 2025
Materials Science Fourth Award
CSEF · 2025
Materials Science First Award
CSEF · 2025
Materials Science Third Award
CSEF · 2025
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science Third Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science Fourth Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science Second Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science First Award
CSEF · 2024
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science First Award
To address both period poverty and pollution, I will ultimately design a reusable menstrual pad users can fabricate from natural fibers, readily available in both virgin and upcycled forms.…
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science Second Award
The industrial manufacture of concrete contributes to an estimated 6-10% of all global anthropogenic carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The main carbon-producing constituent in concrete is Ordi…
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
Americans alone put more than 45 billion plastic water bottles into landfills every year. Edible water bottles could help reduce that number, but they are not very durable. So I wanted to fi…
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science Fourth Award
This project aims to develop a magnetic micro-train that can be remotely controlled by an external magnetic field to carry and release drugs to a targeted location to fight against diseases.…
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science Third Award
Our research aims to create an eco- and cost-friendly alternative to cow leather and polyurethane leather, the most common synthetic leather. We chose this research as we are passionate abou…
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
The purpose of this experiment was to find the optimal enclosure size for a woofer driver. My experimental question was “What effect does speaker enclosure size have on bass frequency respon…
CSEF · 2023
Materials Science Honorable_mention Award
The purpose of this project was to find the strongest and most durable 3D printed infill (inner support structure) when put through a compression test. I hypothesized that a 3D structure wit…