Robotics and Intelligent Machines
This project presents a novel adaptive learning approach that not only enables a system to learn and evolve on its own but also explains its predictions, even for expansive problem domains t…
Biomedical Engineering
Adaptive Multi Sigmoid Contrast Enhancement (AMSCE) is a novel algorithm that may improve the analysis of computed tomography (CT) scans. Contrast enhancement compensates for human or machin…
Behavioral and Social Sciences
The effectiveness of classroom instruction is often compromised by a misunderstanding of student perception of instruction between students and educators. The purpose of this research was to…
Embedded Systems
Studies have shown that there are challenges with medication adherence among the elderly and that these challenges are further aggravated by having to take multiple medications. Problems are…
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
The presence of metastatic tissue in lymph nodes is critical for oncologists and cancer treatment, as it is a central part of the TNM cancer staging process and other cancer-related diagnost…
Physics and Astronomy
With this project we try to broaden the accessibility of quantum computing hardware. In order to achieve that, we designed a quantum computer that is relatively affordable when compared to t…
Behavioral and Social Sciences
An alternate movement strategy, called Move in the Tube (MINT), has been implemented in many hospitals for patients recovering from thoracic surgery but little objective data is available to…
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Sunscreen active ingredients are a key factor of maintaining good health due to their protection from harmful radiation from the sun. However, these ingredients often pollute waterways and h…
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Girls' beliefs about math and formation of math identity begin long before college, yet almost all studies examining stereotypes about girls in math and the impact on math identity therein h…
Cubesats and attosatellites are small, lightweight satellites that allow researchers to conduct experiments and collect data from low earth orbit (LEO); however, the costs to launch these sa…
Physics and Astronomy
Star cluster is a group of stars formed at comparatively same period with same distances away from the observers. There are two types – globular and open clusters. This research aimed to cal…
Animal Sciences
Elysia crispata, commonly known as the Lettuce Sea Slug, is a member of Sacoglossa- a superorder of marine gastropods that separate chloroplasts from consumed algae, gaining the ability to p…
Chemistry
Microplastics (MPs) are plastic particles <5 mm that have increasingly adverse effects on practically all aspects of the environment. Solvent dyes are contaminants to waterways through texti…
Protective green coatings are advantageous because they are eco-friendly and sustainable. With stringent environmental regulations, there has been a growing interest in utilizing renewable n…
The goal of this study is to create a diagnostic “suitability” tool to assess potential habitat for southwestern willow flycatcher (SWFL) sites in the San Luis Valley, Colorado. The tool def…
Animal Sciences
Fourth Award
The goal of this study is to create a diagnostic “suitability” tool to assess potential habitat for southwestern willow flycatcher (SWFL) sites in the San Luis Valley, Colorado. The tool def…
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
Fourth Award
Histologic analyses of glomeruli in renal tissues yield a substantial amount of information about overall kidney health or diseases stemming from glomerular structural damage. Current medica…
Plant Sciences
Fourth Award
Distinct features of transcription factors play a primary role in plant growth and development. Understanding the root development of plants can further develop a more robust, improved versi…
Mathematics
Second Award
The Closest String problem (CSP) is an NP-Complete problem which seeks to find the geometrical center of a set of input strings: given k strings of length L and a non-negative integer d, con…
Systems Software
Second Award
The emergence of Brain Computer Interface (BCI) technology presents an interesting avenue for improving the lives of patients with neuromuscular disorders. BCI monitors brain signals from a…
Systems Software
Emergency blood shortage is an urgent problem worldwide. Currently, the propaganda process, selection of blood donors and organization of blood donation are often excessively time-consuming.…
Wildfires pose a serious threat to the world’s environment. The global wildfire season length increased by 19% and severe wildfires besieged nations globally. Every year, wildfires burn fore…
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
Fourth Award
The invention is an airless all-terrain wheel, which is designed to be compatible with off-road vehicles without any modifications. It consists of adjustable articulated arms with spring sus…
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
We've developed a robot that has the potential to have a surgical impact on society. Robotic surgical technology enables surgeons to see more clearly, move more precisely, and pinpoint the a…
Robotics and Intelligent Machines
The purpose of this project is to create a robot that is capable of aiding teachers in their daily tasks. Many teachers have tasks that require them to deliver papers, books, and/or other su…
Systems Software
Allover is an AI powered e-commerce platform and social network aimed to boost entrepreneurial activity and interaction between people and small businesses. My primary focus is emerging and…
Microbiology
In 1928, Alexander Fleming observed the ability of penicillin to kill Staphylococcus epidermidis, revolutionarily classifying penicillin as the first true antibiotic drug. Antibiotics are pr…
Translational Medical Science
Noise induced hearing loss is a preventable cause of deafness. The deafness is permanent, as there is no treatment to regenerate damaged nerve cells. Hearing loss is debilitating and has a c…
Biomedical Engineering
Insulin pumps on the market today are expensive and are computationally limited in calculating and providing accurate dose regimens for type 1 diabetics. In this work, four academic discipli…
Plant Sciences
Indoor farming is a growing sector. Yet, there remains no economically viable tool that can signal vegetation stress to growers before it becomes visible to the naked eye. If early warnings…