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ISEF · 2025
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
This study investigated the inhibitory potential of 41 polyprenylated benzophenones (PPBs) from Garcinia species against TEM52 ß-lactamase, aiming to identify a potential non-competitive inh…
ISEF · 2025
Plant Sciences
Gossypium hirsutum (Cotton) is a significant non-staple crop. Its economic significance is determined by main characteristics of its fiber including fiber tenacity, length, strength and colo…
ISEF · 2025
Environmental Engineering
The fashion industry emits an estimated four billion tons of CO2 annually. Nearly one-third of this is due to the choice of fibers used in clothing. Despite the critical role of fiber select…
ISEF · 2025
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
With increasing life expectancies worldwide, falls are becoming a prevalent challenge for the elderly. Rapid detection and alert after a fall is critical to reduce the extent of damage. Howe…
ISEF · 2025
Embedded Systems
The terahertz (THz) gap is currently the least underutilized and explored portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. This frequency range is too high to generate with semiconductors but too lo…
ISEF · 2025
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
Teleoperation of robots is crucial for maintaining a safe distance for unpredictable or dangerous situations. However, precise control of robotic grippers is necessary to carry out human tas…
ISEF · 2025
Embedded Systems
Conventional touchscreen interfaces primarily rely on visual cues, posing substantial accessibility barriers for visually impaired users. This project introduces a tactile touchscreen system…
ISEF · 2025
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
Transparent conductive oxides, such as indium tin oxide (ITO), are essential for various optoelectronic devices including solar cells, LEDs and touchscreens that rely on both transparency an…
ISEF · 2025
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), a neurodegenerative disorder linked to pathologies characterized with neural cognitive decline, has recently been connected to iron dysregulation and ferroptosis in…
ISEF · 2025
Biomedical and Health Sciences
An estimated 30-50% of people with HIV experience HAND (HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder). HAND may be influenced by ferroptosis, i.e., iron-regulated cell death linked to oxidative st…
ISEF · 2025
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic that can end up in our water, making their way into rivers, lakes, and even the ocean. These small particles are a big problem because they dont brea…
ISEF · 2025
Systems Software
Recent events have once again proven how big and pressing of an issue wildfires are. In our approach to wildfire predictiveness, rather than focusing on a single model, we branch into differ…
ISEF · 2025
Materials Science
Recent efforts in photonic material development have aimed to create high-performance, low-cost components that can be integrated into portable diagnostic systems, especially for use in unde…
ISEF · 2025
Biomedical Engineering
Congenital heart disease (CHD) affects 1.4 million newborns annually, with over 20% requiring a heart valve prosthetic. A major challenge in pediatric cardiac care is the absence of a long-l…
ISEF · 2025
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
This study investigates the effect of whale fin inspired leading-edge tubercles on airfoil performance for improved fuel efficiency and maneuverability in aircraft. These small protrusions o…
ISEF · 2025
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Coral reefs are one of Earth's most valuable ecosystems, but they are in decline, fueling a surge of restoration activity across the global tropics. Yet, despite significant scientific advan…
ISEF · 2025
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
The increasing usage of autonomous machines and robotics necessitates effective control systems, such as PID (proportional-integral-derivative) controllers, to ensure stability and functiona…
ISEF · 2025
Biochemistry
The enzyme amylase is known for its ability to break down starch and produce simple sugars out of it. Sodium propionate is a preservative that is used to prevent the build up of mold and bac…
ISEF · 2025
Physics and Astronomy
Unexpected turbulence, particularly Clear Air Turbulence (CAT), remains one of aviation's most serious challenges, causing passenger injuries, operational disruptions, and costing airlines $…
ISEF · 2025
Microbiology
Antibiotics are the most commonly used type of medicine currently available. Although this medicine is greatly beneficial towards those who need it, the cost of it can be expensive and dange…
ISEF · 2025
Biomedical Engineering
The formulation of artificial grafts for cellular regeneration and burn treatment represents a significant advancement in the field of tissue bioengineering, with an emphasis on developing c…
ISEF · 2025
Materials Science
Given the growing environmental impact caused by synthetic plastic waste — with Brazil generating around 4.9 million tons of plastic waste per year, of which only 1.2% is recycled — the deve…
ISEF · 2025
Plant Sciences
Despite the recent, and to some extent controversial, advent of plant classification by molecular methods, such as DNA barcoding, morphological characteristics (relating to a plant’s physica…
ISEF · 2025
Embedded Systems
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (2024) defines an active shooter as an individual actively engaged in the killing of people in a confined and populated area, generally using firearms. Th…
ISEF · 2025
Microbiology
Whole-body deodorants are widely used, yet their impact on the vaginal microbiome is unknown. Many contain antibacterial components that may disrupt Lactobacillus, the dominant bacteria of t…
ISEF · 2025
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects motor and cognitive functions, with bradykinesia, a slowing of movement, being a hallmark symptom required f…
ISEF · 2025
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
With the increased use of 3D printers, there exists a need to recycle filament purge and failed prints. Traditionally, filament is produced via shredded material fed through an extrusion mac…
ISEF · 2025
Plant Sciences
Hydroponic systems are an efficient method of plant cultivation that is gaining popularity due to its high yields and resource efficiency. However, current hydroponic substrates like mineral…
ISEF · 2025
Biochemistry
Carrizo Cane, an invasive species affecting the health of Webb County's Rio Grande River and other southern U.S. waterways, presents significant ecological challenges. Instead of focusing on…
ISEF · 2025
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Visually impaired women face difficulty identifying the start and end of their menstrual cycle due to the inability to distinguish colors, which negatively affects personal hygiene, independ…