Examines both the negative and positive effects of technology usage on elementary to college students
The purpose is to determine if a more effective solution by developing various 3D artificial auricles and external auditory canals will allow for better sound capture and transmittance. If a 3D engineered or artificially molded auricle and external auditory canal can be designed to effectively channel surrounding sound waves through it, then the sound waves will be detected by a sound probe.
This project will test if planarians that have been dissected into different pieces can retain memory of the original planaria
My project was to design and build a solution to solving the problem of pollution due to the high emissions from the millions of small older motorcycles and mopeds in developing countries as well as motorcycle here in America. I have created a universal, inexpensive, hybrid "backpack" that bolts to the back of a variety of different kinds of motorcycles with little-to-no modifications, to provide electric power to the rear wheel. My design works in a manner that is similar to hybrid car technology, charging from a wall outlet or during braking. It is designed for low-speed travel, and assists in higher speeds.
Nanobots are extremely small robots that have several applications, some of which include, early detection of cancer cells, and identification and repairing of damaged cells. This is a research paper that mainly addresses the origins of Nanobots, their advantages, disadvantages, future and the challenges scientists face in building them.
I conducted this experiment to determine which ratio of sodium chloride (NaCl) to calcium chloride (CaCl2) is most cost efficient to use in melting ice. Ice on roadways is very dangerous, causing fatalities and damage to property. Sodium chloride (NaCl) is more readily available and inexpensive but only works on its’ own down to 20°F. Calcium chloride (CaCl2) is more expensive, but it is better for the environment, less corrosive, works faster, and effective to -25°F. My data will show which combination is most effective and I will evaluate cost efficiency.
Projectile motion includes many familiar objects; such as bullets, satellites, and planets. However, calculating projectile motion becomes very difficult when there are constantly changing variables. These variables often include elevation, the force of gravity, and the force of air resistance. However, if the projectile's trajectory is broken up into an infinite amount of infinitely small distance intervals, calculating important values becomes easier. By assuming that variables don't change over an infinitely small distance, constant velocity equations may be used to calculate values. It is then possible to plot the trajectory of any projectile in any situation. In my project, I use my method to calculate the initial launch velocity of a satellite. I then also constructed a simulation on MatLab that finds the velocity of any orbiting object (moon, planet, etc). All of this was calculated using a distance interval integral.
An experiment to produce antibiotic resistant bacteria through conjugation of two strains of Escherichia coli that are resistant to different antibiotics.
The experiment evaluated the effect of temperature on the expansion and contraction of gas contained in a balloon.
The main objective of my experiment is to test the effects of caffeine and acetaminophen on the growth of fenugreek (methi) seeds.
I want to be the fastest in solving a Rubiks cube, so I will test two popular methods and see which is faster.
To experiment with different solutes (salt and sugar) to understand their effect on the freezing point of water.
Makayla will be testing to see if sports drinks really perform as well as the advertisers say they do. She will do an experiment comparing sports drinks to orange juice to see which have more electrolytes.
How do you make a juice ball and which substances can I transform into juice balls?
How do you measure the speed of light in gelatin using a laser? What is the speed of light in gelatin?
This project will demonstrate the difference between fake and real smiles as well as the data of how people register smiles.
What do smelly dirt and water have in common with a generator? The ability to produce power. Watt, you don't believe me? Well, a bacterium called Sheweulium; Shewy for short, digests simple nutrients in the dirt. When Shewy eats dirt, he releases energy like a capacitor giving power to the circuit and he will continue to do so until his food supply runs out. Shewy's food is the organic matter in the dirt, which he helps decompose. The more organic matter the better Shewy grows. The purpose of this investigation is to evaluate different soils and soil thickness to see what are best conditions to generate power.
Do ballet dancers have better balance than non- ballet dancers? Through a series of balance tests, the answer to this question is revealed.
I made two homemade shampoos and tested how well they well they performed in comparison to a store-bought shampoo.
Comparing the amount of electrolytes in commercial sports drink vs homemade sports drinks using a multimeter.
I will perform experiments testing what surfaces and foods get the most bacteria when dropped on the ground.
I studied the flight of paper airplanes using different types of paper. Each plane had the same design.
My project is a comparative study of gluten-free products and regular products, based on price, nutritional content, and the number of ingredients. I am testing the hypothesis that gluten-free products aren't as nutritious because they have more processed ingredients.
A research of time travel. The possibilities, theories, and paradoxes of time travel.
The purpose of this project is to determine if electricity on the brain has an impact on short-term vision clarity.
Neuropsychology
In modern days, we deal with lots of equipment that emits radiation. Is it at safer level? What are the different ways we get exposed to radiations. This project is to identify and measure those radiations.
Augmented Reality provides the 3D information of any object in an easy-to-understand way.
Testing which parachute shape is best for dropping cargo with procedure and sample corrections based on last years project and results.
I went to local grocery stores and swabbed shopping carts to find out how much bacteria is on the shopping carts at each store.
Does using manipulation aides during testing have a positive or negative affect on test results
The student will test the electrolyte levels of Gatorade, orange juice, distilled water, and tap water by completing an electrical current that is measured by a multimeter. She will calculate the level of conductivity of each liquid by recording the readings on the multimeter. The liquid with the highest level of conductivity will be the liquid with the highest level of electrolytes.
Developing an efficient source of fuel storage by working with the chemical makeup of water.
A review of most common golf injuries and testing of continued play with Kinesiology taping for various injuries.
Testing whether or not ingesting caffeine will affect the outcome of short term memory tests. Subjects will complete memory tests without caffeine and also after ingesting 200 mg of caffeine.
This experiment will take 5 different common agriculture farming methods and see which method is most effective at reducing water runoff. The experiment will also measure the amount of sediment in the runoff.
The purpose of this investigation was to both explore the inhabitance of the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus in Quad Cities Genesis Hospitals, and identify the areas in which the bacteria was most commonly found.
If it was made from a plant, eat it; if it was made in a plant, don't
The goal of this project was to use the data collected from the robot runs on various fields and understand the impact of it on the performance.
Speed of light in 3 liquids
In this project, I will compare the bacterial growth of old and new cosmetics. I will be testing to see whether having old cosmetics such as makeup is a health hazard.
The objective is to determine which acne medications are the most effective in preventing the growth of acne, over-the-counter or prescription. If prescription, then which prescription acne medication is the most effective.
Our objective is to find which object will float on water or not based on density. We will use few household objects and will calculate density by measuring volume and weight. Then make prediction if they will float on water based on calculated density. We will validate our prediction by conducting experiment.
Parabolic reflectors are used to increase Wi-Fi. As such, they are in the shape of a parabola. The purpose of this project is to find how changing the width of the parabola in a parabolic reflector affects its effectiveness at speeding up Wi-Fi.
The purpose of this statement is to see if color and color shade, bright and dark, effects the ability to remember things in a good or bad way. Memory retrieval is the last out of the four memory processes. Retrieval is the process of remembering information and pulling it out from either short-term or long-term memory. Memory retrieval is more effective when information is associated with older information, or is personally meaningful. Information that is more difficult to understand is remembered in a distorted form. It will also acknowledge if color coding and highlighting effects studying off of notes.
Throughout the process of baking, each ingredient goes through a chemical reaction with the other ingredients in the recipe. Cookie ingredients affect the end product throughout each stage of baking. The diameter and height are dependent on flour, butter, and baking time. The texture depends on all of the ingredients, the temperature, and the baking time. During the time in the oven, the Maillard reaction occurs, causing the sugar to react with the eggs and flour, which produces water and browns the cookie, so the cookie is baked, but also stays moist ("Why food browns", n.d.). This project tests the effects that different variations of ingredients and baking time have on diameter, height, and texture of chocolate chip cookies.
Testing quality of different types of water
The study of hydraulics and demonstration of hydraulic arm robot
Using four lens to create a cloaking device.
This project tested the effects of memory after being subjected to low amounts of electricity applied to the head using 9 volt batteries.
The purpose of this experiment is to discover how different spins effect spherical objects and the air surrounding them.
To determine how the position, relative to the end of the string, of the pickup on an electric guitar affects the tone of the sound produced when the string is plucked.
This topic will include information about: Why Is White Sugar White? and What is Tomato Ketchup Made Of? These taste good but also have bad affects on consumer health.
If I hover my Byrobot Drone Fighter Mini-Combat Quadcopter in my basement, the battery will last longer than if I continuously fly my quadcopter in my basement. (Hypothesis)
Although a child receives equal amounts of DNA from each parent, a grandchild is likely to receive different amounts of DNA from each grandparent because the DNA the child receives from the parents is randomly passed on. This project will look at the variance.
This project tested homes in the Bettendorf, Riverdale Heights area for Radon. Prior to setting up the tests, residents were given a survey about Radon to determine if they thought they had unsafe levels in their home. The results were interesting!
For nine months I studied the bird feed consumption during different seasons in order to find out if the bird feed consumption rate changed with the season. I will demonstrate the analysis results and conclusion of this experiment.
The “blue bottle” reaction is used to illustrate oxidation and reduction reactions, and also to study the rates of chemical reactions. Also trying to focus the experiment with varying colors
My experiment will show the relationship between water temperature and the rate of a chemical reaction
Will the beginning temperature of a Johnsonville Bratwurst affect how much animal fat remains in it during the cooking process?
Test parachute design to determine the best shape for safe delivery of cargo
Phoebe will deliver a video report on the mysterious creature of the midnight zone.
A volcano is a rupture in the crust of a planetary-mass object, such as Earth, that allows hot lava, volcanic ash, and gases to escape from a magma chamber below the surface. Based on fun chemistry and land irruption we will showcase how volcano irrupt.
The purpose of this experiment is to see what age people make healthier food choices and the hypothesis is that was a gradual increase as people get older.
This project compares the electrolyte content of sports drinks to orange juice, and attempts to answer the question of whether there are better alternatives to commercial sports drinks for the average student athlete.
Water Leak Sensor is a handy device that can be used around the house, especially if you live in a floodplain (Iowa ,Illinois) or find your basement leaking or give early warning if your sump pump is not working. Today off the shelf simple water leak detectors would cost anywhere from $35 to $60 which consists of water detecting system and a loud buzzer. This simple water leak detectors are helpful only if someone who are within the audible range of the speaker. Smart water leak sensors proposed here not only give audible alarm but it can also send real-time alerts using home wifi network to the mobile phone and costs lot less (approx. $40).
We know every student has a bright mind. That is why we, at the QC Science Fair, started this Non-Profit Organization dedicated to motivating and providing opportunites for our future scientists and engineers. We are determined to create a place of innovation here in the QC area, where everybody can come and share their ideas. We encourage everyone to participate (if eligible) or just come and watch! Free of charge, either-way.
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