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ISEF · 2022
Microbiology
Antibiotic resistance in bacteria is a growing medical problem that has resulted in significant increases in the severity of bacterial infections and the cost of healthcare. These consequenc…
ISEF · 2022
Microbiology
Like many other teenagers, I have struggled with acne during my adolescent years. My curiosity and frustration have led me to this experiment to test which topical retinoid would be the most…
ISEF · 2022
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Cancer immunotherapies such as checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T therapies are becoming a therapeutic option for cancer patients with advanced and metastatic disease. However, clinical success…
ISEF · 2022
Translational Medical Science First Award
85% of Cholangiocarcinoma, a leading cause of mortality in Thailand and Asian countries, is caused by Orphistorchis viverrini (Ov) infection. “CASCAP” organization proactively diagnoses Ov i…
ISEF · 2022
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Objective: The severity of global warming impact is often masked by ‘average’ numbers. This project measures the extremes of climate change, and identifies geographic areas where: - Temperat…
ISEF · 2022
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
As machine learning becomes increasingly important across all fields which process data, it is necessary to investigate new models of machine learning. The goal of this project is to create…
ISEF · 2022
Biochemistry
Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are expansions of the aorta characterized by enzymatic breakdown of wall elastic fiber structures, causing weakening & fatal rupture. Current management inv…
ISEF · 2022
Materials Science
Over 50% of the chronic infections in hospital settings are linked to biofilm formations, placing wounded individuals at high risk for medical complications. Due to the increase in antibioti…
ISEF · 2022
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Today pollution is considered important, since it has damaged in large quantities by the unconsciousness of the human being by not using properly some products that affect it, some of them a…
ISEF · 2022
Materials Science
The plastics that we are using nowadays, especially disposable plastics, are mainly recycled from used plastic products. Some chemicals present in these used plastic products can contaminate…
ISEF · 2022
Environmental Engineering
The purpose of this project is to produce methane from waste using a student made Bio-digestion system. Bio-digesters are closed systems decompose organic waste and produce natural gas. Ther…
ISEF · 2022
Chemistry
This project is an accurate representation of the process of obtaining fuel from oil and biogas from organic plant materials. I asked how the amount of starch in potatoes and other starchy c…
ISEF · 2022
Materials Science
The state of Rio Grande do Sul is responsible for 90% of juices and wine production in Brazil and its processing generates up to 30% of waste. Therefore, the goal of this research was to opt…
ISEF · 2022
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) are becoming a research trend nowadays as they overcome the limitations associated with embryonic stem cells (ESCs) usage and demonstrate a promising t…
ISEF · 2022
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
My study applies the emerging technology of Bioinformatics, which makes use of biology, computer science, mathematics, and statistics to analyze and interpret biological data, including of D…
ISEF · 2022
Earth and Environmental Sciences Fourth Award
Every year, the human population discharges more than 30,000 kg of steroidal estrogens while livestock contributes close to 83,000 kg. Estradiol, a steroidal estrogen, is a prominent water c…
ISEF · 2022
Environmental Engineering Second Award
The detrimental threat microplastics (MPs) have on the environment is well known. However, their effective and efficient remediation in aquatic environments has yet to be established. This r…
ISEF · 2022
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
The purpose of the study was to research how the application of differing body panels, each based on bio inspired designs (biomimicry), could positively or negatively affect the drag coeffic…
ISEF · 2022
Biomedical Engineering
Our research deals with the development of a biped mechanical device, capable of reproducing an artificial movement of human gait with pneumatic artificial muscles (PAMs), for locomotion of…
ISEF · 2022
Biochemistry
This project aims to study the biotechnological potential of four oilseed species from the Brazilian Cerrado, regarding the biometric parameters of the fruits, as well as their oil, pulp and…
ISEF · 2022
Biochemistry
Brewer’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae strains S288C, W303 and BY4741 auxotropic for biotin were studied for their growth kinetics and biotin consumption parameters, as well as the number o…
ISEF · 2022
Biomedical Engineering
Bio-signals are widely used in healthcare assessment and treatment. However, clinicians must exert immense effort and hold extensive expertise for their analysis, leading to a heavy workload…
ISEF · 2022
Plant Sciences
Diabetes is an epidemic in the United States. Mississippi is ranked third highest in diabetes. Bitter melon (Momordica charantia) is a popular plant used for treating diabetes- related condi…
ISEF · 2022
Embedded Systems
The blind and people with visual impairments run the risk of falling or being hit by objects. It is hard to have a permanent companion to help them through. The aim of the project is to add…
ISEF · 2022
Biomedical Engineering
Our BLUETECH project is the most satisfying for the eyes. It is a visual protector designed to protect us from short-wavelength light rays and debris affecting the quality of vision. Its rol…
ISEF · 2022
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally. Thrombosis is the most common underlying pathology of CVD. Thrombin, an enzyme responsible for converting fibrinogen to f…
ISEF · 2022
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
Let's look at some boats, The experiment shows different types of hulls on boats that were designed. There are three designs that will be tested to see what can hold the most cargo and perfo…
ISEF · 2022
Physics and Astronomy Fourth Award
Although the oscillation of a pendulum in static air has been studied well both theoretically and experimentally, the influence of external forces such as airflow or wind has received less a…
ISEF · 2022
Materials Science
Developing active, low-cost, and stable catalysts is a key challenge for efficient hydrogen production. Copper oxide is one of the most effective photocatalysts for water splitting. However,…
ISEF · 2022
Biomedical Engineering
Soft contact lenses are prostheses using by millions of people to correct of visual disorders, changing eye color, or in the treatment of corneal diseases. Poly (2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)…