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 · 2015
Zoology
Objectives/Goals The goal of the experiment was to identify whether species (of birds specifically) thrive more efficiently in higher habitat qualities. This was conducted because of inconsi…
CSEF · 2015
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals The hypothesis is that there is a distinct correlation between Helicobacter Pylori infection and a specific type of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (C-constipation, D-diarrhea, or…
CSEF · 2015
Materials Science (Junior Division Only) Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals My objective was to learn how well different materials block cosmic rays. My hypothesis is that the denser the material, the more cosmic rays it will block. Based on that, a…
CSEF · 2015
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Ferroelectric materials have wide-ranging electronic applications due to their uniquely switchable electrical polarization states. This work studied the effect of compositio…
CSEF · 2015
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Can cattle discriminate between feed pans that are the same type, but two different colors? This research applies to showing cattle and the day to day care of them. This pro…
CSEF · 2015
Environmental Engineering Fourth Award
Objectives/Goals To find out the best compost preparation method (chop, blend, or freeze) that will make compost worms the healthiest. Methods/Materials I tested 12 compost bins with 50 gram…
CSEF · 2015
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals The goal of my project was to create a reliable temperature sensor incorporating a 10K ohm thermistor and an Arduino Uno. Methods/Materials My project used an Arduino Uno an…
CSEF · 2015
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals In this experiment I created a model and developed images that represent both monocular and binocular vision of a Clydesdale horse. Methods/Materials I created a model of th…
CSEF · 2015
Cognitive Science (Junior Division Only) First Award
Objectives/Goals Movies have progressed dramatically over the years, but no one has produced inexpensive 3-dimensional sound. I love film and the process of post-production sound. The purpos…
CSEF · 2015
Microbiology (General)
Objectives/Goals B. subtilis is a popular host for the manufacture of enzymes, mainly due to its high competency and status as a GRAS organism. However, there are severe drawbacks to using i…
CSEF · 2015
Alternative Energy (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment is to see how the voltage output of a solar cell is affected by different temperatures. Methods/Materials Materials: solar cell, multimeter,…
CSEF · 2015
Toxicology
Objectives/Goals To find whether certain substances affect the heart rate of Cladocera Daphnia. Methods/Materials Water fleas, caffeine, alcohol, microscope. I added small amounts of alcohol…
CSEF · 2015
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project was to see if laser communication is possible. We believe that laser communication is possible. Methods/Materials By incorporating hardware and…
CSEF · 2015
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment was to demonstrate the successful design and construction of a DC/DC hybrid converter for the purpose of high power energy harvesting throug…
CSEF · 2015
Applied Mechanics & Structures
Objectives/Goals The objective is to design, build, and test a model of an artificial pancreas to investigate the challenges of getting such a device to work and to examine how accurate the…
CSEF · 2015
Toxicology
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project was to determine the salinity tolerance of microorganisms at the Arcata Marsh. Methods/Materials Water, including substrate and floating plants…
CSEF · 2015
Behavioral & Social Sciences
Objectives/Goals The objective of this project was to determine Ventura High School students# sexual activity, condom use and interest in getting an HIV test at school. This information will…
CSEF · 2015
Physics & Astronomy First Award
Objectives/Goals I want to find out if the Doppler Effect can be used to measure the speed of a toy car with a buzzer mounted on top. I found in my research that Doppler's formula relates th…
CSEF · 2015
Mathematics & Software
Objectives/Goals A dermatoscope is a handheld device used by doctors to view skin tumors. Very few dermatoscopes provide any form of intelligent analysis or diagnostic support. Machine visio…
CSEF · 2015
Environmental Engineering
Objectives/Goals There is a huge debate in Monterey right now about whether or not we should have a desalination plant. People say it is our only hope because of the drought--but is it reall…
CSEF · 2015
Applied Mechanics & Structures
Objectives/Goals This project aimed at developing a design concept for a miniature helium airship that had a minimal size and sufficient lift to carry necessary payloads for outdoor applicat…
CSEF · 2015
Applied Mechanics & Structures Third Award
Objectives/Goals To design a simple solar tracking mechanism, and test whether it improves energy output for a solar panel. Methods/Materials The heart of the system is a balancing fluid tha…
CSEF · 2015
Electronics & Electromagnetics Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals Photonics crystals are repeating structures made of two materials with different indices of refraction and are useful for many applications, mostly as filters, fibers, and w…
CSEF · 2015
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals Detecting diabetes is performed using various methods: blood tests, urine test strips, lasers, and even contact lenses. Unfortunately, each method hold their own fault; unco…
CSEF · 2015
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The objective of this research was to detect and quantify three heavy metals (cadmium, lead, and chromium) in dry dog foods in order to investigate if a heavy metal was pres…
CSEF · 2015
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the US and worldwide. Despite multimillion-dollar research, the mortality rate continues to remain high. Most patients h…
CSEF · 2015
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals I take a lot of medications because of a health condition I have. Whenever I eat, I take capsules containing enzymes. Sometimes I used to drop them on the floor without real…
CSEF · 2015
Microbiology (General) Fourth Award
Objectives/Goals This project's goal was to find the genes that contribute to Streptococcus Pyogenes' susceptibility to retinoic acid, the active form of Vitamin A. Methods/Materials A genet…
CSEF · 2015
Physics & Astronomy
Objectives/Goals My project was to determine the color of light that has the most visibility in fog. I believed that yellow light would have the most visibility in fog. Methods/Materials I t…
CSEF · 2015
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals Finger Dexterity is the skill of performing tasks, especially with your hands. Higher level of finger dexterity can be beneficial in areas such as music performance, dentist…