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Dynamic Glucose-Enhanced MRI of Metabolic Connectivity in Huntington's Disease Mouse Models

Translational Medical Science

Purpose: Understanding the coordination of glucose metabolism across brain regions can provide insights into energy distribution in cerebral function. This study aims to explore the interreg…

Dynamic Modulation of Axonal Trafficking of Synaptic Vesicles in Activity Dependent Presynaptic Function

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Neurons use neurotransmitter carrying synaptic vesicles to transmit information at specialized locations called presynapses. Synaptic vesicle release of neurotransmitter becomes less efficie…

Dynamic Spectrum Access (DSA) for Opportunistic Spectrum Sharing in Next-Generation 6G Networks with Heterogeneous Wireless Devices

As highlighted in the National Spectrum Strategy, Dynamic Spectrum Access (DSA) is key for enabling 6G networks to meet the increasing demand for spectrum from various, heterogeneous emergin…

Early Detection of Critical Salmonella Cases for Pre-Emptive Treatment via Novel Biomarkers discovered through Protein Domain Analysis and Machine Learning

Salmonella is a common pathogen, infecting more than a hundred million people yearly. About 8% of these cases worldwide, result in life-threatening conditions. The case fatality ratios of th…

Early Detection of Critical Salmonellosis Cases for Pre-Emptive Treatment via Novel Biomarkers Discovered Through Protein Domain Analysis and Machine Learning

Computational Biology and Bioinformatics

Salmonella is a common pathogen, infecting more than a hundred million people yearly. About 8% of these cases worldwide result in life-threatening conditions around 4-7 days after exposure.…

Early Detection of Crop Stress by Drone Hyperspectral Imaging of Community Farmland in Southeast Florida

Plant Sciences

This study examines the ability and effectiveness of drone-hyperspectral imaging in identifying variations in crop health for the purpose of optimizing farm productivity and yield. The resea…

Early Risk Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Novel Approach Using Microbial Biomarkers and Ensemble Classification Models

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a prominent neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 1 in 36 children. This disorder is rapidly increasing in prevalence; however, it still lacks a reliable…

CYSF · 2025

Earths Story

Basically how the Earth became the Earth

CYSF · 2025

East Lake School

Ecdysone Used to Induce a Hyperandrogenism Phenotype in Drosophila melanogaster as a Basis for a Novel Invertebrate Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Model

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the largest contributor to infertility in women. PCOS contributes to serious health problems due to the overproduction of androgen in females, leading to…

Echo-Feather: A Controlled Acoustic Levitation Platform for Electronics Manufacturing

Embedded Systems

With the global electronics market projected to double in the next decade, the need for faster-printed circuit board (PCB) assembly methods is more apparent than ever. This study aims to dev…

Eco-Adhesives: Transforming Waste Polystyrene Into High-Performance Glues Using Natural Solvents and Emulsifiers

Chemistry

This study explores an eco-friendly solution to the environmental problem of polystyrene waste by converting expanded polystyrene (EPS) into functional adhesives using natural solvents and e…

EcoForge: Novel Sustainable Geopolymer Alternative to Concrete Optimized With Machine Learning for Compressive Strength and Pollution Mitigation

Environmental Engineering

The concrete industry is a significant contributor to global CO2 emissions, primarily due to cement production. Furthermore, plastic, glass, fly ash, and slag often end up in landfills, cont…

Eco-Friendly Membrane Technology: Unlocking Antibacterial Potential of Biowaste Materials Against Foodborne Pathogens

Numerous studies have investigated the use of natural compounds for antibacterial applications. This study evaluated biowaste materials such as morro seed, moringa seed, strawberry seed, and…

EcoNanoGuard: Energy-Efficient Nanosilver Sensor for Early-Stage VOC Leakage Detection

Environmental Engineering

With the rapid expansion of global manufacturing, emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have surged, posing serious threats to both public health and environmental safety. However,…

Eco-Pads: Engineering Sustainable Sanitary Pads Integrated With Jamaica Dyed Banana Fiber That Monitor Feminine Reproductive Health

Materials Science

According to UNICEF (2021), 500 million women worldwide lack access to menstrual products, clean water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities. Women in developing countries have difficulty obta…

EcoReishiFlex: An Innovative Sustainable Biodegradable Plastic Alternative Made From Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi Fungi) Polysaccharides

Materials Science

The urgent need for sustainable alternatives to plastics has highlighted the challenges of developing biomaterial with similar mechanical properties, particularly focusing on biodegradabilit…

EDAD: Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease Utilizing Low-Cost Plasma Peptide Extraction, Atmospheric Pressure Mass Spectrometer, and Support Vector Machine-Based Classification of Amyloid-Beta Species

Translational Medical Science

Conventional methods for Alzheimer's Disease (AD) early diagnosis are often considered not cost-effective and sometimes invasive. Although recent AD studies focus on blood biomarker-based me…

CYSF · 2025

Editing the Human Genome: Cell-Penetrating Peptide Based Delivery of CRISPR-Cas9 Components

A study of Cell-Penetrating Peptides and their potential in addressing the issue of in-vivo CRISPR delivery.

Effectively Managing the Germination of Ambrosia artemisiifolia Through Allelopathic Plant Species as a Bioherbicidal Substitute

Plant Sciences

Ambrosia artemisiifolia is an invasive weed that significantly suppresses immune systems and outcompetes monocrops in Mississippi due to its pollen distribution. The primary objective of thi…

Effectiveness of Heterogeneous COVID-19 Policies: County-Level Analyses Using Mathematical Epidemiology Models

Computational Biology and Bioinformatics

Non-pharmaceutical interventions to COVID-19 included mask mandates, social distancing mandates (banning large gatherings, advising individuals not to socialize outside their households), sc…

CYSF · 2025

Effectiveness of Natural vs. Chemical Cleaning Products

In our experiment, we wanted to compare the effectiveness of natural and chemical cleaning products on removing stains from different fabrics. We tested four types of cleaners: vinegar, baki…

Effect of Angular Variation in Detached Breakwater Structure on the Coastal Morphology

Earth and Environmental Sciences

Coastal erosion is a growing global crisis, threatening economies, ecosystems, and communities. Around the world, beaches are disappearing due to shifting wave patterns, rising sea levels, a…

Effect of Biochar on Carbon Budget of Forest Ecosystems and Long-Term Verification of Carbon Sequestration

Earth and Environmental Sciences

Forests store large quantities of carbon globally. However, a decrease in the forest area is considered to contribute to global warming. Protecting forest ecosystems is vital for curbing glo…

Effect of Camellia sinensis Leaf Extract on Drought Stress and Survival of Phaseolus vulgaris

Plant Sciences

Phaseolus vulgaris (common bean) is highly drought-sensitive. Camellia sinensis (green tea) contains polyphenols that may mitigate drought stress. Using 40 P. vulgaris seedlings grown from s…

Effect of Different Colored LEDs on Early Stages of Plant Growth

Plant Sciences

This study aimed to determine which light color is most effective for growing a plant entirely indoors and for preparing a plant to be transplanted outdoors. Optimizing indoor plant growth s…

Effect of Statins and Flozins on Cardiomyocytes Contacted With COVID-19 Spike Protein

Biomedical and Health Sciences

Long Covid (LC) is a condition that can occur after Sars-Cov-2 infection or as a result of vaccinations (Post-Covid Vaccination Syndrome (PCVS)). There is a wide range of over 200 registered…

Effect of Telomere Targeted 8-Oxoguanine Stress in Combination With DNA Damage Response Inhibitors on Genomic Instability in Cancer

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. In 2021 almost 10 million people died of cancer. Numerous conditions and factors can be attributed to the formation of cancer. A critic…

Effect of the Intermediate and Magnetic Field on the Relativistic Runaway Electron Avalanche (RREA) and Terrestrial Gamma-ray Flashes (TGFs)

Physics and Astronomy

In this project, we studied how water content and the magnetic field affect the Relativistic Runaway Electron Avalanche (RREA) and Terrestrial Gamma-ray Flashes (TGFs) using a simulation too…

Effects of Adenosine Outside the Brain in Hibernation for Arctic Ground Squirrels

Fairbanks Hibernation is an adaptation found in animals that, if it can be safely induced in humans, may help extend space missions and help the human brain recover from low oxygen situation…