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.
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Micro-/nano-structured surfaces in nature inspire many cutting-edge applications. Chameleon skin contains flexible micro-/nano-structures that can be geometrically tuned in response to envir…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
PURPOSE: Extend the endothermic chemical reaction of ammonium nitrate by adding a hydrated polymer and alkaloid to create a survival shelter from a firetruck cab that won’t exceed 37°C of he…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Rechargeable lithium ion batteries are now widely applied in the energy landscape. However, safety issues such as short-circuiting, thermal runaway and explosion hazards frequently occur, es…
AJAS · 2019
Materials Science and Engineering (inferred)
The modern dynamic speaker requires a mechanically-actuated diaphragm, rare-earth magnets, and rigid voice coils, which causes them to be bulky and inflexible. However, current developments…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Today, the development of new gas sensors has become one of the most essential topics all around the world due to air pollution. At a camp in Tsinghua University in China, we accidentally fo…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Robotic technologies have greatly expanded our ability to interact with our surroundings. In particular, soft robots can handle delicate objects without damaging them. However, they are made…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Vitreous foam has been gaining ground in the industrial sector, being increasingly applied as thermal insulation in industrial constructions. The main raw material for glass foam is glass, a…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is highly noted as a cytotoxic compound. Typically, its level is increased in cardiovascular disease patients, such as in myocardial infarction cases. In 2013, as re…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Soft robotics seek to replicate the soft-bodied structures found in animals, allowing for a diverse range of movements. Conventional soft-materials exhibit limited functionality, serving sup…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
This project consists of two parts, the waterproofing and thermocouples, which are responsible for generating energy, the waterproofing is mainly made of recycled rubber, to promote the recy…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Imagine a world where our coastal cities are drowning and pollution is the norm. This could very well be our reality if the use of fossil fuels is not decreased. One of the ways fossil fuels…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Blood Diagnostics are one of the most common testing methodologies used to test for a plethora of diseases. 7 milliliters (mL) is considered the standard volume required per test. Drawing 7…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Noise is a major concern in mechanical systems and poor acoustic facilities found in homes, schools and industries. Furthermore, environmental and health issues of commercially-available aco…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Despite advancements in helmet technology, traumatic brain injury is still a grave threat to health and safety. Polymer foams, including expanded polystyrene (EPS), are today’s common energy…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives This study examines the damages of chemical lightening on the structure of human hair by testing hair's elasticity. Methods Human hair, styrofoam boards, pins, chemical lightening…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives I wanted to test how much or if different densities of wood affected vibrations when a piece of wood is vibrated. This experiment would help instrument makers because it could ind…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only) Third Award
Objectives The objective of this project is to describe a proof-of-concept energy-storage device that consists of oxidized carbon and nickel oxide as the electrode materials Methods The anod…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
A representative example of biomimetic technology is the technique of producing a surface that imitates the superhydrophobicity of a lotus leaf. The technique of making such a hydrophobic su…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
The demand for sustainable housing is a universal problem. Nearly 1.6 billion people worldwide lack some form of adequate housing. 3D cement printing (3DCP) is a promising source of affordab…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
In 2016, the World Economic Forum declared perovskites solar cells as one of the top ten emerging technologies in the world due to tremendous improvement in their efficiency and their econom…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Ferromagnetic nanoparticles placed in a high frequency alternating magnetic field (AMF) release heat. When used to locally increase body temperature over 37°C, this phenomenon is called magn…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives Sometimes when I pull the clothes out of the dryer, some are dry, while others are still a little wet. I became curious as to why this could be. Moreover, as globing warming is be…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives The goal of my experiment was to determine if Kombucha Biofilm can replace other commonly used flexible materials. Materials created by microbes have the potential to be used in m…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives Is it possible to build a fireproof house? By using various fireproof materials I have chosen to make a fireproof house. My project is about materials used and how to build a fire…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disease in which current diagnostic tools are invasive and lack the ability to diagnose early-onset dementia. Current antibody-based diagnosti…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Herein we report on the synthesis and properties of stable ferrofluids based on hard magnetic plate-like strontium hexaferrite nanoparticles. Applying even of a weak magnetic field to colloi…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
This project evaluated an experimental procedure to obtain bio-plastic that would germinate seeds using sweet potatoes (Ipomea Batata) Baulegard variety. Unlike other bio-plastics made from…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Waste accumulation and energy consumption have negative impacts on environment, human and economy. Also, there is a limited natural resources in Palestine such as sand which is expensive. Th…
CSEF · 2019
Materials Science (Junior Division Only) Honorable_mention Award
Objectives The objective of this study is to measure the raise in temperature in Sand, Ice & Water under heat by varying the water vapor cloud in the seam. Methods Vacuum Chamber, Red Heat L…
ISEF · 2019
Materials Science
Electronic designs are currently transitioning towards innovative next-generation form factors such as flexible and foldable architectures. However, these designs are extremely expensive and…