20,037 real projects from ISEF, the Canada-Wide Science Fair, JSHS and the Calgary Youth Science Fair — searchable by meaning, and filterable by fair, year, category and award.
ISEF · 2026
Earth and Environmental Sciences
This study investigates the unique, continuous upwelling flow lines at the river-sea boundary in Isfjorden, Arctic. To elucidate the mechanism behind this previously undocumented phenomenon,…
ISEF · 2026
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Toxoplasma gondii infects up to one-third of the global human population. In its dormant state, this parasite can persist in its host for life. No treatments exist for this chronic stage of…
CYSF · 2026
Using filters such as cotton and sand, I will filter polluted air.
ISEF · 2026
Physics and Astronomy
Motion-induced quicksand, or secondary rheology, refers to the sinking of an object into dry sand fluidized by distant movement in the same granular medium. In granular environments like des…
ISEF · 2026
Translational Medical Science
Background: Optimizing performance and enhancing resilience among military personnel who are frequently exposed to traumatic situations is challenging. Outstanding physical fitness, the foun…
ISEF · 2026
Cellular and Molecular Biology
A hallmark of Alzheimer's disease is misfolded tau proteins, driven by hyperphosphorylation. This study investigates the structural stability of tau protein domains—N-terminal, proline-rich…
ISEF · 2026
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Sleepovers are often considered a definitive part of adolescence and strengthen the bonds of crucial friendships. Sleepovers, however, may have unintended repercussions, which is why many pa…
CYSF · 2026
The purpose of this research is to determine other uses for mRNA technology, most notable for being the mechanism of most SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, which possess high efficacy while being easier…
ISEF · 2026
Software Design
This project investigates the feasibility of integrating hybrid post-quantum key exchange into TLS 1.3 by combining classical elliptic-curve cryptography (X25519) with a post-quantum key exc…
ISEF · 2026
Translational Medical Science
Introduction: Endometrial Cancer (EC), the most common and deadliest gynecological cancer in the U.S., has seen a steady rise in incidence and mortality since 2003 across all races. When ide…
ISEF · 2026
Software Design
In the U.S., about 1 in 14 children has a communication disorder, and 1 in 4 children with speech disorders also experience social and emotional difficulties, making them twice as likely to…
ISEF · 2026
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gingiva, induced by accumulation of bacterial plaque leading to the destruction of alveolar bone and tooth loss. Clearance of b…
ISEF · 2026
Technology Enhances the Arts
Most smart glasses today are prohibitively expensive and closed source, making them difficult to integrate into custom projects. My vision is to make the beauty of AR more available worldwid…
ISEF · 2026
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Glioblastoma Multiforme is the most common aggressive brain tumor and is difficult to treat due to its invasive growth, tumor heterogeneity, and blood-brain barrier. EZH2, an epigenetic regu…
ISEF · 2026
Engineering Technology: Statics & Dynamics
Heating and cooling systems account for nearly 50% of the global energy consumption. Heat exchangers are critical components of all heating and cooling systems. Heat transfer efficiency is a…
ISEF · 2026
Embedded Systems
Currently, conventional computing systems that follow Von Neumann architecture face limitations, as the memory and processing units are separated. The memristor has emerged as a promising ca…
ISEF · 2026
Biomedical Engineering
Wounds are known to cause mortality and morbidity worldwide. The currently-used wound dressings are not sufficient in terms of proliferation or bacterial mitigation which highlights the need…
ISEF · 2026
Materials Science
The widespread use of single-use plastic packaging has intensified pollution and microplastic accumulation, motivating biodegradable alternatives suitable for food packaging. This study inve…
CYSF · 2026
Our project is about the phenomenon known as face pareidolia and how others perceive objects around them.
ISEF · 2026
Software Design
Deepfake technology has rapidly evolved into a pervasive tool for digital exploitation. By the end of 2025, over 8 million deepfakes had been shared online, a dramatic increase from about 50…
ISEF · 2026
Chemistry
Mercury is a highly toxic heavy metal that poses a serious risk to human health and the environment, affecting an estimated 19 million people worldwide. In aquatic systems, inorganic mercury…
CYSF · 2026
This project is a study conducted for the purpose of discovering if nestling songbirds take particular influence from their fathers when learning their calls. I tested this via comparing the…
ISEF · 2026
Environmental Engineering
This research addresses the problem of marine pollution from heavy hydrocarbons (C10–C40), highly persistent petroleum-derived substances that compromise aquatic ecosystems and biodiversity,…
CYSF · 2026
Using Socioeconomic, Environmental, and Agricultural Indicators to Predict Child Stunting in Sub-Saharan Africa
CWSF · 2026
Curiosity & Ingenuity
“How can I make Feelix simple to use and easily accessible to people who need it?” For Feelix version 3.0, I collaborated with Claude AI to continue revising the Feelix OpenSCAD code. Feelix…
ISEF · 2026
Animal Sciences
Stag beetles are highly popular insects as pets in the world. During the larval stage, a pair of orange spot is observed exclusively on the abdomens of female larvae. These structures common…
ISEF · 2026
Animal Sciences
The purpose of the experiment was to see if FerAppease had an effect on calves during times of stress. The procedure for this experiment is as follows: Once calves are separated from mother,…
ISEF · 2026
Environmental Engineering
Microplastics (MPs), defined as plastic particles smaller than 5 mm, are pervasive environmental pollutants linked to cardiovascular, neurological, and carcinogenic health risks. Although fe…
CWSF · 2026
Curiosity & Ingenuity
My goal for this study was to find the colour of T. rex when alive. We know a lot about dinosaur’s bones but their skin is still a mystery. With this project I hope to create a better unders…
CYSF · 2026
My experiment is what type of filter materials removes the most contaminants from water.