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 · 2018
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals I wondered if you could reduce the damage caused by high winds by using different building designs. This inspired my question, "Which building designs are better for areas t…
CSEF · 2018
Behavioral & Social Sciences
Objectives/Goals The objective was to compare the effectiveness of traditional methods and computer-based methods in the age group 11-14 and see which is more effective. Methods/Materials 30…
CSEF · 2018
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective of my project was to figure out if Sequoia sempervirens, also known as coast redwood trees, from different locations were genetically diverse in one microsatel…
CSEF · 2018
Environmental Science
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project is to test water samples from a well, a spring, and city pumped water to determine which results had the most contaminants. We are testing each…
CSEF · 2018
Physics & Astronomy Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals This study used multi bandpass differential photometry of variable star eclipses to investigate potential variations in the speed of light (c), offering a test of special re…
CSEF · 2018
Microbiology (General)
Objectives/Goals The objective of this study is to measure bacteria growth on apples dropped on the floor for various time amounts to test the "5 second rule" which says food is safe to eat…
CSEF · 2018
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment is to find out which jacket material out of cotton, Sherpa, Mylar, neoprene, and feathers is the most effective in retaining heat. Methods/M…
CSEF · 2018
Behavioral & Social Sciences
Objectives/Goals The objective is to determine if a time gap between when information is learned and when the information needs to be recalled affects the human brain's ability to recall an…
CSEF · 2018
Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals Medicine cures diseases that without its use would be fatal. Medicine is a very important part of our society. However, medicine also takes part in ending lives. Overdosing…
CSEF · 2018
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective of my experiment was to determine what fan blade characteristics affect the amount of airflow. Methods/Materials Using homemade items, I made a fan and an anem…
CSEF · 2018
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals In my experiment, I extracted the invisible fat from foods such as potato chips, chocolate chips, and almonds and compared that value to its label to see which food had the…
CSEF · 2018
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals My project aims to develop a simple Central Nervous System (CNS) Tumor test by investigating exosome expression profiles on the transcriptional and protein level for Medullo…
CSEF · 2018
Behavioral & Social Sciences
Objectives/Goals My question was whether a college students knowledge of cybersecurity would be associated with their password strength. This question is particularly important as young adul…
CSEF · 2018
Mathematical Sciences
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project was to formulate two mathematical proofs(one through a graphical demonstration in the context of the mechanisms of the Hyperwebster, an infinit…
CSEF · 2018
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project is to discover more about the California Condor social behavior and hierarchy. We want to know who is the most dominant and why, and how their do…
CSEF · 2018
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals I wanted to learn which type of seawall is the most efficient to prevent coastal erosion. Methods/Materials The idea for this project was to find the most efficient seawall…
CSEF · 2018
Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology
Objectives/Goals Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a serious bladder syndrome characterized by frequent urination, bladder discomfort, and pelvic pain. A potential systemic risk factor for IC is…
CSEF · 2018
Applied Mechanics & Structures Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals Significant need exists to develop a submersible that will be able to meet research goals in the spatially complex and turbulent coral reef environments. Superior impact res…
CSEF · 2018
Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (Junior Division Only) Fourth Award
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project is to show how acidity level is currently affecting plankton in the Monterey Bay. What I am hoping to accomplish is to spread a higher level of a…
CSEF · 2018
Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective is, first, to measure carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, and compare it to carbon dioxide levels taken at Mauna Loa. Second, the objective was to find co…
CSEF · 2018
Computational Systems & Analysis
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project is to create a pair of calculators for the Hardy-Weinberg equations using Python coding language. Methods/Materials A computer and Python codin…
CSEF · 2018
Materials Science (Junior Division Only) Second Award
Objectives/Goals My objective was to decellularize a leaf using sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), leaving only its extracellular matrix with an intact vascular system. If completely decellularize…
CSEF · 2018
Computational Systems & Analysis
Objectives/Goals Worldwide digital data is forecast to grow to 160 zettabytes (10^18 KB) in 2025. Traditional storage solutions are not keeping up with this exponential demand, increasing th…
CSEF · 2018
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Can tritones can affect human memory, pulse, and blood pressure Methods/Materials Make an original sheet of music with different tritones Play the tritones on the two clarin…
CSEF · 2018
Cognitive Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals Which gender, between eleven to thirteen year olds, will experience INMI (Involuntary Musical imagery) more, after listening to clips of three well known songs? Methods/Mate…
CSEF · 2018
Product Science (Biological) (Junior Division Only) Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment is to create an all-purpose hair and body cleansing powder that can be made from natural ingredients. The aim is to create a powder that will…
CSEF · 2018
Plant Biology
Objectives/Goals Three different agricultural systems for growing crops were tested for their effectiveness. The hypothesis for this experiment was that Allium cepa (green onion) specimens c…
CSEF · 2018
Toxicology
Objectives/Goals The experiment was conducted to investigate the effect of different caffeinated liquids on the lifespan of termites. This project is very unique because many people througho…
CSEF · 2018
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The eventual objective of this project is to isolate a small strongyle egg using density gradient centrifugation. Five different density gradient solutions are being compare…
CSEF · 2018
Environmental Engineering
Objectives/Goals The purpose of my science project is to determine if there is a beneficial way to use hydrophobic soil to increase water storage. This is important because farmers need wate…