CSEF · 2008
Soil Absorption
Earth & Planetary Sciences
Objectives/Goals In this science project I will find the mass, volume, texture, and consistency of 4 different types of soil. With this knowledge I will test to see which soil absorbs the mo…
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CSEF · 2008
Soil Matters! What Is the Best Type of Soil to Use when Growing Beans?
Plant Biology
Objectives/Goals I conducted my experiment in order to find the most efficient soil to grow vegetables in, such as the snap bean. I hypothesized that the organic potting soil will produce th…
CSEF · 2008
Soil Saturation
Earth & Planetary Sciences Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals My project was to determine which soil samples could hold the largest amount of water. I believe that the fine sand will absorb the most water and take the longest to fill w…
CSEF · 2008
Solar Cell Efficiency
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment is to increase the efficiency of a solar cell. To conduct this experiment, I carried out a series of three experiments. The focus of the fir…
CSEF · 2008
Solar Cooking in Humboldt County
Environmental Engineering
Objectives/Goals My objective was to find out if it is possible to cook frozen veggies in a homemade solar oven in Humboldt County where the temp never gets very high. My hypothesis was that…
CSEF · 2008
Solar Radiation to Distill Water
Environmental Engineering
Objectives/Goals The objective of my project is to determine if I can extract distilled water from muddy water or salt water; also, how much distilled water I will be able to extract in one…
CSEF · 2008
Solar Revolution: The Conversion of Sunlight into Electricity
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals The objective is to determine if the angle of the sun affects the speed of the solar car. I believe that the higher the angle of the sun is, the faster the speed of the sola…
CSEF · 2008
Solar Shock
Electronics & Electromagnetics
Objectives/Goals Goal-create a solar-related energy sorce which can power any type of electronic using no advanced eqipment Methods/Materials -A sheet of Copper Flashing. -Alligator Clip Lea…
CSEF · 2008
Solar Thermal Energy: A Novel Approach Using Non-Imaging Optics with the Seebeck Effect
Electronics & Electromagnetics Second Award
Objectives/Goals The goal of this project is to determine whether electrical energy can be generated at a reasonable efficiency by combining non-imaging optics with the Seebeck effect, to di…
CSEF · 2008
Some Like It Hot! An Energy Independent Slow Cooker
Materials Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals Development of an insulated cooking system that will keep hot (over 160 degrees F) over an extended period of time without additional energy input. Methods/Materials In two…
CSEF · 2008
Some Like It Hot: Does Heat Help Polyethylene Glycol Dissolve?
Chemistry Second Award
Objectives/Goals Every morning I take polyethylene glycol (Miralax) mixed in cold apple juice. Since dissolving Miralax is a slow process, I researched how to speed it up. My hypothesis was…
CSEF · 2008
Some Like It Hot: The Effect of Temperature on Taste Perception
Cognitive Science (Junior Division Only)
Objectives/Goals My objective was to determine if temperature affects the perception of sweetness. My hypothesis was that, when given two solutions of varying sweetness, a taster would be ab…
CSEF · 2008
Something Smells Fishy! The Study of Molly Fish, in Relation to the Chemical Migratory Phenomenon of Alaskan Salmon
Zoology
Objectives/Goals If Molly Fish are raised in a controlled saline environment, then they will ultimately recognize their #home saline concentration" and swim back up stream, similarly to King…
CSEF · 2008
Sound Bytes
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals To understand if various animals react to high and low frequency sounds differently. Methods/Materials Procedure: 1. Observed each animal with a hidden video camera for two…
CSEF · 2008
Spaced Out: A Study of Perching Distances between Pigeons
Zoology First Award
Objectives/Goals My objective was to find out if there is a common perching distance between pigeons on different perches. One population perched on light post, the other on telephone wires.…
CSEF · 2008
Spirolaterals: Math Is Art
Mathematics & Software Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment is to find number patterns in spirolaterals. Methods/Materials Although spirolaterals can be drawn by hand using a ruler and protractor, it is…
CSEF · 2008
SpiSEA: The Search for an Environmentally Friendly Solution to Toxic Paints
Pharmacology/ Toxicology First Award
Objectives/Goals Can I use strong food substances to create an all-natural, non-fouling algae repellent for boat bottoms? Methods/Materials 1 qt oil based primer paint 4 small cups pencil 19…
CSEF · 2008
SPLASH! The Effect of Size of Blades and Number of Blades on the Voltage Output of Waterwheels
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only) Fourth Award
Objectives/Goals The purpose of this project is to investigate to see if the size of blades and number of blades affect the voltage output of a water wheel. Based on my research, the hypothe…
CSEF · 2008
Spoilers, Inverted Wings, Ground Effects: Which Will Make Down Force Efficiently?
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only) Third Award
Objectives/Goals To find the most efficient way of producing downforcein a car by altering aerodynamics. Methods/Materials Using a wind tunnel I tested car bodies I designed & carved out of…
CSEF · 2008
Spoilers: Not Just for Looks
Applied Mechanics & Structures
Objectives/Goals In our project, we tested the aerodynamics of spoilers to see whether there is a mathematical relationship between spoiler angle and traction produced. Methods/Materials To…
CSEF · 2008
Spoon Fed Germs: Does Baby Food Live Up to Terms?
Microbiology Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals Unlike adults, babys immune systems are unable to fight off harmful bacteria. The mouth is the most common way bacteria enters their immune system. I was wondering if baby f…
CSEF · 2008
Sporty Students
Behavioral & Social Sciences
Objectives/Goals Determine if students will benefit from playing sports and their GPA#s will be higher than students who do not play sports. I will also determine if boys or girls will have…
CSEF · 2008
Spreading the Word: Simulating the Effect of Population Influence Structure on the Propagation of Ideas
Behavioral & Social Sciences First Award
Objectives/Goals Though the propagation of ideas in human society is among our species' most unique and valuable characteristics, little quantitative attention has been devoted to understand…
CSEF · 2008
Stability of Rockets
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics (Junior Division Only) Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals I believe that if a rocket's center of gravity (CG) is significantly ahead of the rockets center of wind pressure (CP) it should fly stably. By increasing the distance betwe…
CSEF · 2008
Starch-Based Biodegradable Materials: It's Time to Go Green!
Environmental Engineering Third Award
Objectives/Goals The purpose of my study is to create a biodegradable packaging material using starch, glycerin, vinegar, and baking soda solution. The quality of the biodegradable packaging…
CSEF · 2008
Static Charge Distribution: A Plant Growth Revolution
Pharmacology/ Toxicology Fourth Award
Objectives/Goals The objective of my project was to determine the effects of different electrostatic field directions on the growth of radishes. Methods/Materials Twelve apparatuses were cre…
CSEF · 2008
Stop Contagious Conidia on Cucurbits
Microbiology
Objectives/Goals My experiment was performed to find the best topical application, among Sulfur, Sodium Bicarbonate, and Trichoderma, in prevented the onset of powdery mildew on cucurbits. M…
CSEF · 2008
Stop! Don't Drink Cold Water with Your Meal!
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals The objective of the study was to find out whether drinking cold water with a meal is harmful to your health. Methods/Materials My experiments were the following: The first…
CSEF · 2008
Stop, Drop, and Stare
Mammalian Biology
Objectives/Goals We are trying to determine how much a dog's age affects their understanding of a spatial relationship between objects. Methods/Materials 1. A large number of dogs to test, w…
CSEF · 2008
Straighten Up and Fly Right: Variable Geometry Wing Analysis on a Model Airplane
Applied Mechanics & Structures
Objectives/Goals I believe that a variable geometry wing design will decrease drag and increase speed on a model airplane. The variable in this experiment is the angle between the wing's lat…