(Exhibits Awards)Other exhibit & award pages
| AA01
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
| | Awards:
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- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Teacher Award
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| JB01
| Addalie Daly
| | Project Title:
| Chickens and Egg
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about what makes chickens lay more eggs depending on changes in their environments.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Biological
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| JB02
| Natalie Meller
| | Project Title:
| Which Seed Brand Grows the Best?
| | Description:
| This project compares growth of different varieties of seeds.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JB03
| Riley Edens
| | Project Title:
| Are You Drinking Bacteria?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the presence of bacteria in our drinking water.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
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| JB04
| Brooklyn Forsythe
| | Project Title:
| Sight vs. Sound
| | Description:
| This project compares people of all ages and gender on how they remember more, by seeing words or hearing them
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class II, Junior Biological
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| JB05
| Drake Newton
| | Project Title:
| Anthropometrics and Physical Abilities
| | Description:
| My project compares 5 body measurements to 5 physical abilities to determine which are most closely related to successful performance.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Junior Champion
- EISEF: Class I, Junior Biological
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
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| JB06
| Madisyn Griffin
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Nitric and Sulfuric Acids on Germination of Crops
| | Description:
| This project compares how different environmental conditions, like acid rain, affects the germination of crops.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class II, Junior Biological
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| JB07
| Adella Adkins
| | Project Title:
| What Part of the School Has the Most Germs?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how I swabbed different areas of the school to see what areas grew the most bacteria in it.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Junior Biological
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
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| JB08
| Zane Houtz
| | Project Title:
| The Effect of Water Sources on Lemna minor and Daphnia
| | Description:
| This project compares how runoff water affects nitrates and pH in watersheds and how we can use living aquatic organisms to lower pH and nitrate levels.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Junior Biological
- Systems Engineering: Meritous Acheivement
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
- US Navy and Marine Corps: Oustanding Achievement
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| JB09
| Ross Lindner
| | Project Title:
| What are the Effects of Nutrients on Alfalfa Growth?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how different nutrients in the soil establish alfalfa. It takes 40 days to establish alfalfa. Alfalfa likes potash which is potassium. It also likes neutral pH. .
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class II, Junior Biological
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| JB10
| Chase Menke
| | Project Title:
| Comparing the Growth Rates of Algae in Different Aquatic Environments: Chlorella vs. Anabaena
| | Description:
| This project compares how these two different algae growth rates compare under different levels of fertilization with the hopes of eventually setting up algae so I could sometime in the future produce ethanol from algae production.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Junior Biological
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
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| JB11
| Kaylee Stark
| | Project Title:
| Is the Five Second Rule True?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is over the five second rule. The five second rule is when a food item is dropped on the ground, and people say it is still okay to eat. Most people say five seconds expecting the food to be perfectly fine.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB12
| Lillian Womer
| | Project Title:
| Antimicrobial Action of Dried Versus Fresh Herbs
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the effects of dried versus fresh herbs on prevention of mold and spoilage.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| JB13
| Hayden Welch
| | Project Title:
| How Does PRRS Affect the Swine Industry?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about testing how PRRS affects the swine industry.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB14
| Brynn Hegeman
| | Project Title:
| Photosynthetic Rate and DGCI Level in Relation to Natural and Synthetic Food Dye in Cilantro
| | Description:
| This project evaluated the impact of synthetic and natural food dyes on color and physical characteristics of cilantro as compared to controls
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| JB15
| Delanee Liebelt
| | Project Title:
| What Fingerprints are the Most Common?
| | Description:
| I test the different types of finger prints for the most common our of the four and get fingerprints from both gender types.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB16
| Kelly Mueller
| | Project Title:
| Studies of Elodea
| | Description:
| This project studied the growth rate of two different species of Elodea under different water sources.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JB17
| Gracyn Grafton
| | Project Title:
| It’s Color Time
| | Description:
| My project in about examining the difference between teenage boys and girls reaction times with the stroop effect.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB18
| Lizeth Cortes
| | Project Title:
| Evaluation of Synergistic Effects of Black Pepper and Turmeric Supplementation on Tenebrio molitor
| | Description:
| Black pepper and turmeric were evaluated separately and together with mealworms to observe physical impacts in worms and were compared to controls without additives.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
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- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| JB19
| Ava Derr
| | Project Title:
| Replace Plastic
| | Description:
| My project is about biodegradable materials and seeing if they can replace plastic as a protective food packaging on produce items.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB20
| Evan Pauly
| | Project Title:
| Bleach vs. Bacterial Growth
| | Description:
| This project compares different concentrations of bleach on the reproduction and growth rates of bacteria.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JB21
| Owen Burgess
| | Project Title:
| Nitrogen Effects On Corn Growth Phase 3
| | Description:
| My project is about applying nitrogen in different ways to corn plants and leveling to see what application made the plant has the longest ear.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB22
| Elise Andrews
| | Project Title:
| Reading Speeds Across the Grades
| | Description:
| I am testing to see how the speed of reading of children across the grades.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JB23
| Chloee Haigh
| | Project Title:
| Delayed Gratification
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about delayed gratification and I was testing to see how delayed gratification depends on gender. I also learned how delayed gratification works in the brain.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| JB24
| Savin Langenwalter
| | Project Title:
| Venus Fly Traps with Different Types of Water
| | Description:
| My project is about what happens if you water a venus fly traps with different kinds of water.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
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- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
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| JB25
| Madison Hassman
| | Project Title:
| Stop Horsing Around
| | Description:
| My project is about the central sulcus of the horses hoof. I tested two different types of medicine to see which one was better to kill bacteria in the hoof.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB26
| Sam Schmitz
| | Project Title:
| Fresh vs. Front
| | Description:
| I am testing to see the difference between fresh and frozen vegetables.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JB27
| Johnathan Seyb
| | Project Title:
| Root Enhancers
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about root enhancers for soybeans the positive and negative aspects of the rooting enhancers.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB28
| Katie Helle
| | Project Title:
| Influence of Fresh and Cooked Garlic on Yeast Activation In Food Preparation
| | Description:
| Fresh and cooked garlic were added to yeast in sugar solution to observe impacts on yeast activity. CO2, oxygen, and foaming levels were observed.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| JB29
| Arabella McDowell
| | Project Title:
| Does Exercise Affect Lamb Growth? Phase 2
| | Description:
| My project is about lamb exercise. I was trying to find out if exercising my lamps would produce an overall better carcass lamb.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Biological
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| JB30
| Zoey Boeding
| | Project Title:
| Signs of Silence
| | Description:
| I am testing to see how long it takes my classmates to learn.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JB31
| Addison Hohl
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Biodegradable Materials on Water Quality Using Bioreactors Phase 3
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the use of biodegradable materials to reduce the amount of nitrates in water.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- US Navy and Marine Corps: Oustanding Achievement
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| JB32
| Connor Brehm
| | Project Title:
| Curds & Chemistry: The Science of Proteins and Acids in Cheese Making
| | Description:
| “Curds & Chemistry: The Science of Proteins and Acids in Cheese Making” explores the fascinating biochemical processes underlying cheese production, an ancient culinary art that combines tradition with science. This study delves into the molecular interactions between milk proteins, primarily casein, and various coagulating agents, such as acids, to unravel the mechanisms driving the transformation from liquid milk to solid cheese. Through a series of controlled experiments, this work demonstrates the critical role of pH changes induced by acidic substances like lemon juice or vinegar in denaturing casein molecules, leading to their aggregation into curds. Additionally, it investigates the impact of different coagulation conditions, including temperature, acid concentration, and curd processing techniques, on the texture and flavor profiles of the resulting cheese. These findings not only shed light on the complex interplay of proteins and acids in cheese making but also provide valuable insights for both artisanal and industrial cheese producers seeking to optimize their products. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of food biochemistry and highlights the intricate balance between science and art in culinary traditions.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Kevin Brehm
| | School:
| Urbandale MS, Urbandale
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| JB33
| Rachel Buch
| | Project Title:
| P.E.T. Beans
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how plastic and stagnant change in water quality over a time span of 2 months and which water type produces the better soy beans.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JB35
| Evelyn Adkins
| | Project Title:
| Probiotic Impact on Meat Goat Weight Gain-Phase 2
| | Description:
| My project is to see if DOC Probiotic Powder can help with the increase in Average Daily Gain in a Boar Goat. I did my research on a group of goats in 2022 and a group in 2023.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Biological
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| JB36
| Anna Zimmerman
| | Project Title:
| Swapping Growing Medias
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Julie Bahl
| | School:
| Drexler MS, Farley
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Biological
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
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| JP01
| Keller Wagner
| | Project Title:
| Does Weight Affect a Drones Battery Life?
| | Description:
| My project is about drones battery life and if weight affect. I tested different weights to see if the different weights made a different in how long the drones battery would last.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JP02
| Oscar Herbers
| | Project Title:
| Additive Manufactured Algae Water Filtration Scaffold
| | Description:
| This project looks at Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) to form a scaffold for algae growth in contained systems. A comparison of PLA and ASA filament in the printed scaffolds for algae production is the focus of this research.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| JP03
| Derrick Gruntmeir
| | Project Title:
| Elastic Energy
| | Description:
| Mt project is about testing the strength and distance of rubber bands with an airplane.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JP04
| David Vradenburg
| | Project Title:
| Solar Panels Compared to Batteries
| | Description:
| This project compares solar panels compared to batteries.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JP05
| Micah Ashmore
| | Project Title:
| Which Airfoil has the Best Lift to Drag Ratio at Different Angles of Attack?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the effects that higher angles of attach have on different naca airfoils.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- Lemelson Early Inventor Prize: Outstanding Achievement
- Systems Engineering: Outstanding Achievement
- US Air Force: Outstanding Achievement
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| JP06
| Jacob Baker
| | Project Title:
| Expensive vs. Homemade vs. 3-D
| | Description:
| This project compares different filters on filtering water.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JP07
| Tristan Robins
| | Project Title:
| Propelling the Future
| | Description:
| My project is about testing different propeller pitches at different rpms to see which propeller has the best thrust to force ratio.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- US Air Force: Outstanding Achievement
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| JP08
| Emma Menke
| | Project Title:
| A Green Energy Resource
| | Description:
| This engineering project is to see the effectiveness of producing green energy from water stored in water towers.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Physical
- Cedar Rapids Audubon Society: Outstanding Achievement
- US Navy and Marine Corps: Oustanding Achievement
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| JP09
| Hope Juarez
| | Project Title:
| The Kastle-Meyer Test
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how the Kastle-Meyer test is used and how it reacts to different substances.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JP10
| Nick Menke
| | Project Title:
| A Smashing Success
| | Description:
| My project was to test the strength of concrete using different water concentrations and different curing rates on the effectiveness of the concrete.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JP11
| Kyan Campbell
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Acid Rain on Different Kinds of Metal
| | Description:
| Placing the most common metals into acid rain to test what metals is the strongest for bridge building.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Junior Physical
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
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| JP12
| Macy Anderson
| | Project Title:
| Thermal Transfer Phase 2
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about testing which color and material would produce the largest thermal transfer in natural sunlight or incandescent light.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class II, Junior Physical
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| JP13
| Jack Ragar
| | Project Title:
| What’s in Your Sports Drink
| | Description:
| This project compares the different sporting drinks and what’s in your rehydration fluids that we drink.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class II, Junior Physical
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| JP14
| Caedon Newton
| | Project Title:
| Pitch Prediction in MLB Baseball: An Analysis Using Python and Machine Learning
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about writing python code to use machine learning to predict pitches in Major League Baseball based on historical pitch data.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Junior Champion
- EISEF: Class I, Junior Physical
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
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| JP15
| Logan Schmitz
| | Project Title:
| The Best Disinfectant
| | Description:
| This project compares different disinfectants and how they control bacterial reproduction.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JP16
| Adason Canida
| | Project Title:
| Ibuprophen Pros
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about rate that gel, coated, and non-coated ibuprophen dissolves in hydrochloric acid.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Physical
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| JP17
| Ruby Steffensmeier
| | Project Title:
| Will It Magnetize?
| | Description:
| My project is to investigate how variables affect the magnetic strength
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- Cedar Valley Amateur Radio Club: Outstanding Achievement
- Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers: Outstanding Achievement
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| JP18
| Kellen Weber
| | Project Title:
| How Slopes and Hills Affect Putts
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about putting from different distances and different slopes and measuring the accuracy of putts over different slopes and distances.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JP20
| Isabella Smith
| | Project Title:
| Project Stargazer
| | Description:
| A study over visibility of starts from different locations. Each location represents a different amount of light pollution.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
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| JP21
| Beau Berry
| | Project Title:
| Ride The Wind
| | Description:
| Determine the Best Dirt Bike
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
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| JT01
| Mckenna Fransk & Maddie Kieler
| | Project Title:
| The End Zone
| | Description:
| Our project is to find out what gets rid of the most bacteria the fastest.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JT02
| Jackson Bair & Bryar Hayner & Jadyn Burton
| | Project Title:
| Spark Plug Gap Efficiency
| | Description:
| Our project is about spark plugs and how the size of the gap affects the performance of the engine.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
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| JT03
| Brooklyn Rudd & Aralind Grafton
| | Project Title:
| No Sugar, No Problem!
| | Description:
| Our project is about changing the ingredients in cookies to see people can taste the difference when the sugar is removed compared to not being removed.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
|
| JT04
| Maddy Flickinger & Emilia Hutton
| | Project Title:
| What Color of Light Makes Algaue Grow the Most?
| | Description:
| Our project is about seeing which color of light is best to use to increase/decrease the algae population.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
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| JT05
| Lincoln Derr & Kanon Sanders
| | Project Title:
| Which Bat Hits the Farthest?
| | Description:
| Our project is about what type of bat can make the baseball go the farthest difference. We tested different bats and hit them to measure the distance the ball went and compared the results.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JT06
| Lily Jacobs & Zoey Jones
| | Project Title:
| Strongest Concrete
| | Description:
| Our project is about testing out different mixtures of concrete to test the different strengths of the mixtures.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Teams
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| JT07
| Jaxtin Tibbits & Gunnar Glover
| | Project Title:
| How Stars Go Supernova
| | Description:
| Our project is about how stars go supernova. We are comparing bathbombs to a supernova explosion.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
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- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
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| JT08
| Jake Eid & Evan Frueh
| | Project Title:
| R/C Cars: Solar vs Battery-Which Last the Longest?
| | Description:
| Our project is about solar paneled and battery powered R/C cars. We tested which R/C car would last the longest.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
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| JT09
| Vivienne Rahe & Jenna Sperfslage
| | Project Title:
| Alternative Foliar Applications for Improved Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Growth
| | Description:
| This project evaluated foliar sprays of aspirin, coffee grounds, nitrogen, Kelp and water as control for physical difference in tomato plant growth.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Junior Teams
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
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| JT10
| Grahmn VanAusdall & Colten Haigh
| | Project Title:
| Exit Velocity of Different Baseball Bats
| | Description:
| Our exhibit is about finding the velocity of 3 different baseball bats; composite, aluminum, and wood bats. Exit velocity is the speed the baseball comes off the bat.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
|
| JT11
| Hailey Lambert & Izabella Mills
| | Project Title:
| Sanitizing Shenanigans
| | Description:
| Testing the effectiveness of different hand sanitizers against bacteria.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Junior Teams
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| JT12
| Kaylee Moeller & Bylee Cook
| | Project Title:
| Gender Influence on Muscle Contraction Intensity Level
| | Description:
| With our project, we examine whether the muscle contraction intensity level, caused by neuromuscular electrical stimulation, varies based on a person’s gender. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation is a tool often used by physical therapist to help weak muscles contract.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Junior Teams
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| JT13
| Mckenzie Daly & Ruby Larson
| | Project Title:
| Salt vs Age
| | Description:
| Our exhibit is about how age effects your taste buds and how well you can taste salt at different ages.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
|
| JT14
| Collin Recker & Devin Schlichte
| | Project Title:
| Snow Blade Treatment Performance in Relation to Temperature
| | Description:
| Metal blades were treated with a variety of materials in order to determine how they responded to snow sticking situations in different temperatures.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| JT15
| Madison Frueh & Kaitlyn Morrison
| | Project Title:
| What Color Do Birds Prefer?
| | Description:
| We purchased four bird feeders and painted three of them different colors, leaving one natural wood. We filled each feeder with 16oz of bird feed. We then hung our full bird feeders in the country and in town and recorded the data to see which feeder color the birds preferred to eat out of.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
|
| JT16
| Elizabeth Cook & Olivia Cochenour
| | Project Title:
| Acid Rain on the Regeneration of Aquatic Organisms
| | Description:
| Putting acids into spring water with planaria and lumbriculus worms to measure how the acid rain affects the growth of worms.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
|
| JT17
| Cheyenne Starks & Anna Burdette
| | Project Title:
| What Energy Drink has the Most Electrolytes?
| | Description:
| Our exhibit is about seeing what drink has more electrolytes and to see which drink is better for people and athletes.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
|
| JT18
| Sophia Roberts & Lauren Capps
| | Project Title:
| Raw vs Pasteurized
| | Description:
| Our project is about the different bacteria trials in raw, pasteurized, and ultra pasteurized milk.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
|
| JT19
| Harper Wesely & Claire Toops
| | Project Title:
| What Smoking Does to Lungs
| | Description:
| Showing what a pack of cigarettes does to lungs, then we will show the impacts of lung health and status.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk MS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Junior Teams
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
|
| JT20
| Hadleigh Rohdy & Aubree Bunnell
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Caffeine on Daphnia magna Phase 3
| | Description:
| Our project is how caffeine effects Daphnia magna (A clear water flea) to show people how caffeine effects your heart and to show sugar effects caffeine.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Amanda Myhre
| | School:
| Central Lee MS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class I, Junior Teams
- Thermo Fisher JIC: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB01T
| Andrew Roling & Steven Roling
| | Project Title:
| Glove Material in Relation to Mechanical Properties and Antimicrobial Performance
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the best glove compared to the price of the glove.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB02
| Sidney Gruntmeir
| | Project Title:
| The Prevention and Treatment of Staphylococcus aureus Using Home Remedies of the Apis mellifera Kind
| | Description:
| My exhibit is focused on finding home remedy treatments for Staphylococcus aureus using natural products of the Apis mellifera kind.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Biological
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 7th Year Student
|
| SB03
| Sophia Rule
| | Project Title:
| The Effects Of Dry Shampoo On Bacterial Growth
| | Description:
| I tested multiple dry shampoos to test their impact on bacterial growth from the scalp.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 5th Year Student
|
| SB04
| Valerie Rahe
| | Project Title:
| Efficacy of Biosecurity Measures Related to Boot Hygiene for On Farm Veterinary Care
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about biosecurity precautions effectiveness for boot cleaning. I looked at how dry and wet disinfectants differ in efficiency of killing unknown microorganisms, E. coli K12, and Serracia marcescens. I also looked at how effective sticky boot pads limit the transfer of microorganisms.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Senior Biological
|
| SB05
| Haylee Smith
| | Project Title:
| The Best Skin Graft
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the compare and contrast of different types of skin grafts and how they affect the patient and healing process.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- US Air Force: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB06
| Keira Campbell
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Decellularization Methods on Male Bovine Patellar Tendons for Mammalian Xenotransplantation in Humans
| | Description:
| My project assesses different methods of decellularization on cow tendons to be safely utilized in human ligament reconstructions.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Biological
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 5th Year Student
|
| SB07
| Molly Snyder
| | Project Title:
| Antibacterial Efficiency of Cleaning Processes Related to Surgical Tubing
| | Description:
| I was interested in observing cleaners for medical tubing. Known bacteria were flushed through medical tubes of different diameters to observe bacterial reduction and compared to controls.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Senior Biological
|
| SB08
| Aida Ward
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Different Musical Genres on the Cardiovascular System
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how different types of music will effect ones heart rate.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
|
| SB09
| Precilia Kangni
| | Project Title:
| Innovative Use for Miscanthus in Synthetic Agricultural Drainage System.
| | Description:
| My project studies the effectiveness of miscanthus in a modified woodchip bioreactor that fits into synthetic drainage systems. It compares the effectiveness of miscanthus to cypress mulch in decreasing the amount of nitrates in agriculture run-off. This is a possible solution to the impact of high nitrate levels in the Gulf of Mexico.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
|
- Genius Olympiad: Outstanding Achievement
- US Agency for International Development: Science Champion
|
| SB10
| Alexander Kerper
| | Project Title:
| Mechanical Properties of Kernza? and Grain Flours in Relation to Food Preparation
| | Description:
| I compared traditional grain flours with a perennial crop named Kernza? to see their mechanical properties to find out how Kernza may be adapted to fit into current cultural recipes.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Biological
|
| SB11
| Addison Peterson
| | Project Title:
| Impacts Of Various Chicken Feed Supplements On Egg Weight, Production and Circumference
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how chicken feed affects overall egg quality.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
|
| SB12
| Cally Leenerts
| | Project Title:
| The Effects of Pectinase on Cancer Cells
| | Description:
| Cancer cells were exposed to various concentrations of apple juice produced with Pectinase to see which would cause the biggest decrease in the amount of viable cells.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
|
| SB13
| Charissa Heisler
| | Project Title:
| Predictive Environmental Indicators for Phyllachora maydis and Tar Spot Development in Iowa
| | Description:
| I collected temperature and precipitation data to try to predict patterns of where tar spots appear in Iowa.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB14
| Lillian Rozario
| | Project Title:
| Fighting Algae with Algae
| | Description:
| My project was to use plants to change the chemical balance in the water to explore a small part of the reason harmful algal blooms occur.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB18
| Sahana Nagarajan
| | Project Title:
| Utilizing Crickets as a Protein Source for Humans
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about utlizing crickets as a protein source for humans. I am determining the best processing methods to produce a safe and tasty product.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
|
| SB19
| Kelly Snyder
| | Project Title:
| Assessment of KT and Athletic Taping Application on Range of Motion in the Talocrural Joint
| | Description:
| KT tape and athletic tape were used to wrap ankles to observe their effect on ankle movement.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Senior Biological
|
| SB21
| Sabrina Du
| | Project Title:
| The Impact of Adenylyl Cyclase 3 Loss in SF1 Neurons on Obesity
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the effects on obesity that result from the loss of the adenylyl cyclase 3 gene (Adcy3) in steroidogenic factor 1 (SF1) neurons, and its potential as a promising drug target for obesity.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Senior Biological
- American Psychological Association: Outstanding Achievement
- Society for In Vitro Biology: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB22T
| Sophia Dunkel & Owen Boge
| | Project Title:
| Impacts of Elevated Ozone and UV-C Exposure on Allium cepa
| | Description:
| Onion roots and shoots were treated with UV light for varying time periods to observe physiological changes in plants and roots.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB23
| Ashton Putnam
| | Project Title:
| Investigating the Antibacterial Properties of Different Hand Soaps
| | Description:
| My project is about finding what hand soap can get ride of the most bacteria.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
|
| SB25T
| Claire Gaul & Autumn Domeyer
| | Project Title:
| CO2 Supplementation on Yield and Attributes of “”Lactuca sativa’‘ (Lettuce) in a Hydroponic System
| | Description:
| Lettuce plants in rockwool were grown in a greenhouse. Trials involved CO2 supplementation in varying amounts compared to plants without CO2 supplementation.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Biological
|
| SB27
| Adam Salem
| | Project Title:
| Biodegradable Nano Particles For Controlled Drug Delivery
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the creation and variability of nanoparticles using different variables
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Biological
- Laverne & Frances Vaske Science & Education Memorial Award: Oustanding Achievement
|
| SB28
| Isaac Geistkemper
| | Project Title:
| Impact of Soil Mulch/Mat Type on Soil Properties and Weed Prevention
| | Description:
| Grasses and wild flowers were grown under different weed mat types to assess the effectiveness of weed prevention and impact on temperature, moisture, and fertility of soil.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB29T
| Makenah Cox & Baylee Stewart
| | Project Title:
| Bacteria Growth on Smart Devices
| | Description:
| We tested smart phones and watches to see which one grew more bacteria.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student (Makenah)
|
| SB30
| Amanda Sweiger
| | Project Title:
| Is Trifolium incarnatum, Fagopyrum esculentum, or Pisum sativum more effective at filtering nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium out of the soil to prevent groundwater contamination.
| | Description:
| The purpose of the study is to determine if Trifolium incarnatum, Fagopyrum esculentum, or Pisum sativum is more effective at filtering nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium out of the soil so it does not reach the groundwater.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
|
| SB31T
| Chloe Thier & Ava Oberbroeckling
| | Project Title:
| Impact of Environmental Stressors on Contaminant Remediation by Lemna minor
| | Description:
| ‘Lemna minor’‘ was stressed with NaCl and nitrogen to determine levels of phytoremediation of contaminants including antibiotics. Changes in pH, absorbance/transmittance, Dissolved Oxygen, and Conductivity were assessed to determine results.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Biological
|
| SB32
| Macie Doty
| | Project Title:
| An Investigation of Antibiotics on E. coli
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about testing to see which antibiotic killed the E. coli better.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
|
| SB33
| Antariksha Sharma
| | Project Title:
| The Antibacterial Effect of Allium sativum on Gram-Positive and Negative Bacteria Phase II
| | Description:
| My project is about creating an effective natural antimicrobial using garlic and honey to combat bacterial infections.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Asha Sharma
| | School:
| Maharishi SAE, Fairfield
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Senior Champion
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Biological
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 5th Year Student
|
| SB34
| Brianna Pirc
| | Project Title:
| Perceptions of Current Issues in Swine Confinement Operations
| | Description:
| An online survey was given to assess perceptions and opinions regarding aspects of swine operations.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB35
| Aurora Edens
| | Project Title:
| Algae Oxygen Production: The Effect of Pollutants
| | Description:
| I studied the affects of pollutants on algae and its affects different variables in the ecosystem.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
|
| SB36
| Miya Schloemer
| | Project Title:
| The impact of human activities on Indian Creek near Linn-Mar High School.
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the impact of human activities on Indian Creek near Linn-Mar High school. Human activities include a newly constucted footbridge, cattle grazing, residential area, and a buried sewer line.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
| | Awards:
|
- Association for Women Geoscientists: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB37T
| Judith Williams & Luke Williams
| | Project Title:
| Root Enhancement Techniques Related to Raphanus sativus Taproot
| | Description:
| Radishes were grown with homemade root stimulants and compared to water control and commercial rooting options and assessed for plant color, mass, and overall health.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB38
| Alivia Cook
| | Project Title:
| An Advanced Study of Bacteria on Hospital Surgical Tools
| | Description:
| I tested if 91% isopropyl alcohol, 70% isopropyl alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide sterilized titanium or stainless steel the best.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
|
| SB39
| Ishita Mukadam
| | Project Title:
| Advancing Wound Infection Assessment by Utilizing pH-Sensitive Curcuma longa, Phase II
| | Description:
| A bioactive turmeric-infused bandage that changes color based on pH changes indicating possible wound infection. This bandage is sustainable, antibacterial, and practical to use in developing regions to enhance wound healing.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Asha Sharma
| | School:
| Maharishi SAE, Fairfield
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Senior Champion
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Biological
- Regeneron Biomedical Sciences Award: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB40T
| Ana Cortes & Madelyn Reiter
| | Project Title:
| Perceptions Regarding US Agricultural Land Purchases and Ownership
| | Description:
| An online survey was conducted to evaluate perceptions surrounding agricultural land ownership in the adult population.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student (Madelyn)
|
| SB41
| Cayden Brewer
| | Project Title:
| Differential Results of a Planarian Worm’s Regeneration
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about observing how planarians regenerate
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
|
| SB42
| Jazlyn Severs
| | Project Title:
| A Breakfast Snack Bar for Gereration Z Consumers
| | Description:
| My exhibit is to develop a Breakfast Snack Bar for Generation Z consumers who are known as digital natives and are significantly social. They are idealistic, individualistic and do not tend to value brands or consumption, instead choosing to value ethical consumption of all products. These consumers may be an emerging market but their impact over social media makes them influential and — occasionally — less willing to accept diverse points of view. My study considers this consumer as I developed product attributes, messaging, and flavors.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
|
| SB43
| Marie Grebner
| | Project Title:
| Field Evaluation of Amaranthus tuberculatus Pressure on Zea mays Attributes
| | Description:
| Field tests involving water hemp pressure on corn were performed to assess impacts to overall plant and corn ear characteristics.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB44
| Kiersten McNally
| | Project Title:
| The Growth of Bacteria on Teeth
| | Description:
| Teeth were placed in various drinks and at the end of the testing period, teeth were re-swabbed to see how much bacteria was growing on them.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Biological
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
|
| SB45
| Amal Eltayib
| | Project Title:
| Effect of DVL on YAP1 bypass mechanisms of KRAS inactivation
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the molecular effector DVL and its effects on YAP1 bypass mechanisms of KRAS inactivation.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Elnour Habib
| | School:
| City High, Iowa City
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Biological
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
|
| SB46
| Ellie Hartman
| | Project Title:
| Early Neurological Stimulation of Puppies via Tactical, Thermal, and Positional Exercises
| | Description:
| Puppies in varying groups based on age and breed were exposed to controlled stimulation and evaluated for differences and compared to non-stimulated puppies.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB47
| Ayla Zinnert
| | Project Title:
| Acidic vs. Basic Cleaners Against Bacteria
| | Description:
| My exhibit compares the effectiveness of acidic cleaners and basic cleaners against bacteria.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
|
| SB48
| Brooklyn Todd
| | Project Title:
| Acid Precipitation on Crops
| | Description:
| This project compares different concentrations of environmental acid precipitation on the growth of crops
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB49
| Mary McKean
| | Project Title:
| Influence of Food Preparation Technique on Antimicrobial Action of Cilantro and Garlic
| | Description:
| Cilantro and garlic were used fresh and cooked in application with bacteria in order to observe possible synergistic effects.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB50
| Jonathan Bryant
| | Project Title:
| Effects of Color of Water on Algae
| | Description:
| Showing the effects of different colors of water on different algae.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 6th Year Student
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SB51T
| Reese Conrad & Gavin Sieren
| | Project Title:
| Migration Viability of Reared vs Wild Danaus plexippus
| | Description:
| Our exhibit discovers the differences in wild and lab reared Monarch Butterflies and how migration is affected by these differences.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Jenny Hobbs
| | School:
| Keota HS, Keota
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Senior Biological
|
| SB52
| Mallory Rea
| | Project Title:
| Compilation of Perceived Training of Health Care Professional in Regard Physical Disabilities
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the perception that different positions in healthcare have about their training sufficiency with those that have physical disabilities.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SB53
| Tyler Flickinger
| | Project Title:
| Testing the Efficacy of Silver Nanoparticles and Antibiotics on the Growth of Escherichia coli
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about testing how well silver nanoparticles and antibiotics can inhibit the growth of E. coli, then see which one is more effective. Then, I tested how long it took for the bacteria to become immune to the antibiotics/silver.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
|
| SB55T
| William Potratz & Destiny Tedrow
| | Project Title:
| Gender: Choice or Fate
| | Description:
| Our exhibit is about how each human feels about different gender-related roles in society.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 6th Year Student (William)
|
| SB56
| Ben Rosauer
| | Project Title:
| Zinnias at different heights
| | Description:
| My exhibit Is about zinnias being grown at different distances from grow lights.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Adam Sacquitne
| | School:
| Union CSD, La Porte City
|
| SB57
| Carrigan Morris
| | Project Title:
| What Type Of Pathogens Are Really Lurking In Ice Dispensers?
| | Description:
| Testing water for pathogens from diffrent water sources.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
|
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SP01T
| Allison Knipper & Andrea Schneider
| | Project Title:
| Physical and Mechanical Properties of Hydroponic Alternatives Utilizing Novel 3D Printed Structures
| | Description:
| Our exhibit compares 3D-printed cubes designed for hydroponic use to other common hydroponic materials.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class II, Senior Physical
- Laverne & Frances Vaske Science & Education Memorial Award: Oustanding Achievement
|
| SP02
| Anjali Lodh
| | Project Title:
| Investigating the Effect of Carbon-Based Nanomaterials on the Combustion Properties of Multicomponent Fuel Droplets
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the combustion properties of soy-based biodiesel infused with acetylene black.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Physical
- Cedar Rapids Audubon Society: Outstanding Achievement
- US Navy and Marine Corps: Oustanding Achievement
- Yale Science & Engineering Association: Most Outstanding Exhibit
|
| SP03
| Keshav Sinolia
| | Project Title:
| Precision Altitude Adjustment System (PAAS)
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about creating an electronic data collection unit that can help with real time data collection in rocket flights.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Asha Sharma
| | School:
| Maharishi SAE, Fairfield
| | Awards:
|
- Cedar Valley Amateur Radio Club: Outstanding Achievement
- US Air Force: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SP04
| Natalie Besler
| | Project Title:
| Assessment of Seed Storage Materials in Relation to Environmental Factors
| | Description:
| The physical characteristics and storage success of various bags were compared in conditions of UV/Ozone, CO2, High Humidity, and pest exposure among others.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SP05
| Mercedes Kirchner
| | Project Title:
| The Impact of Shampoo and Conditioner on Hair
| | Description:
| In my project, I tested the effectiveness of multiple types of shampoos and conditioners on hair. I tested the pH of the hair and the strength of the hair.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 7th Year Student
|
| SP06
| Poojita Mukadam
| | Project Title:
| Accessible Color Detection: A Python-Based Approach for the Visually Impaired
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about a Python program that detects colors in the real world.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Asha Sharma
| | School:
| Maharishi SAE, Fairfield
| | Awards:
|
- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Physical
- Systems Engineering: Meritous Acheivement
|
| SP07
| Kenneth Helle
| | Project Title:
| Particle Emissions in Relation to the Physical Properties of Welding Sticks
| | Description:
| Welding sticks of different types were used to demonstrate particle emissions.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
|
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
|
| SP10T
| Ashley Schilling & Annabelle Zahradnik
| | Project Title:
| Low-Voltage Electrical Stimulation for Microbial Reduction in High Moisture Food Phase II
| | Description:
| We are using electricity through various copper prototypes to determine impact of electrical voltage on food microorganism levels.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
|
| SP11
| Larissa Stark
| | Project Title:
| What Cleaners Work the Best?
| | Description:
| My exhibit is testing different cleaners to see which one or ones work the best.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
|
| SP12
| Syamala Akula
| | Project Title:
| Comparing the Production Output of Cellulosic Ethanol When Using Sawdust from Different Tree Species
| | Description:
| My exhibit is comparing the production output of cellulosic ethanol when using sawdust from different species of trees.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
| | Awards:
|
- Ricoh Corporation: Ricoh Sustainable Development
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| SP13
| Carter White
| | Project Title:
| Utilization of Lime as an Erosion Reduction Agent in Various Soils
| | Description:
| Lime and egg lime were used with varying soil types to determine effectiveness for use with erosion prevention in the application of soil retaining walls and berms.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| SP14
| Lara Canida
| | Project Title:
| The Presence of Contaminates in Snow
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the pollution in snow across Lee County, Iowa.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 6th Year Student
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| SP15
| Evan Dunne
| | Project Title:
| Does the type of riprap used on stream banks change the chemistry of the stream water.
| | Description:
| My exhibit is to determine if there is a difference in stream water chemistry when using different riprap on stream banks.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Barb Lemmer
| | School:
| Linn-Mar HS, Marion
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| SP16
| Cody Hageman
| | Project Title:
| Strength in Unity: Evaluating Joining Techniques for 3D Printed PLA L-Brackets
| | Description:
| PLA parts were designed and printed. Parts were fused with various methods and compared to solid controls for fracture, stress, and seam evaluation.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| SP17
| Natalee Alberts
| | Project Title:
| Measuring Thermal Reaction Rates of Instant Hot and Cool Packs
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about testing the reaction rates of Instant Hot Packs and Instant Cool Packs with different amounts of the compound inside them.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 5th Year Student
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| SP18
| Cedric Liu
| | Project Title:
| Simulating Hardware Hacking Internets of Things with BusPirate Technology
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about using a BusPirate to simulate a hardware hacking attack on an IoT network. The BusPirate will intercept/read sent signals and send false readings to the receiving party.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Andrew Berns
| | School:
| Cedar Falls HS, Cedar Falls
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| SP19
| Andrew Salrin
| | Project Title:
| Novel Neoprene NFT Adaptation for Optimal Functionality and Algal Reduction
| | Description:
| This project involves new engineering designs to address a specific issues with NFT systems in order to improve tray movement and reduce algal growth.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Physical
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| SP20
| Aiden Konig
| | Project Title:
| Gas Chromatography Analysis of Honey’s Chemical Composition and Impurities
| | Description:
| Using Gas Chromatography I will be analyzing honey from different areas of the country, including my own, to see differences in types of sugars and content and possible contaminants of pesticides, including glyphosate. I will be using a Vernier Mini GC and developing purification and separation techniques for my samples.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Gail Kunch
| | School:
| Danville HS, Danville
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
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| SP21
| Christine Condren
| | Project Title:
| The Investigation of Which Color Muslin Best Aids in Curing Jaundice (Phase 2)
| | Description:
| My project is about the study and testing of which color of muslin allows the correct mount of bilirubin light to cure jaundice, specifically in infants.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| SP22
| Sarah Roling
| | Project Title:
| Environmental Impact of Electric Car Production and Waste Material
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the lasting impact of electric cars through their life.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Cheryl Kluesner
| | School:
| Beckman Cath HS, Dyersville
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| SP23
| Winston Fan
| | Project Title:
| Detecting and Quantifying Emotional Loneliness Risk in the Digital Age: An Innovative Lexicon-based Text Analysis Method Combining Deep Learning and Rule-Based Classification
| | Description:
| I created my own lexicon-based dictionary and completed feature engineering to enhance top of the art machine learning models to predict and quantify loneliness in texts.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
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- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| SP24
| Kelly Takorbisong
| | Project Title:
| Biofuel: A Novel Investigation of the Influence of Hydrogen Peroxide on Fuel Quality and Performance Pertaining to Fuel Standards
| | Description:
| This project explores using additives in biofuel derived from corn and flaxseed oil. Multiple procedures, like flash and pour points, were used to determine the cetane index.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class II, Senior Physical
- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 5th Year Student
- Genius Olympiad: Outstanding Achievement
- Laverne & Frances Vaske Science & Education Memorial Award: Oustanding Achievement
- US Metric Association: Award of Merit
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| SP26
| Matthew Bedell
| | Project Title:
| Variable Charged TEMPO+ Concentrations for Use in Nonaqueous Redox Flow Batteries: A Spectroelectrochemical Study.
| | Description:
| This project explores physical and spectroscopic properties of TEMPO+ (an organic redox molecule) in a nonaqueous solution and its applications for redox flow batteries.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
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| SP27
| Izzie Droege
| | Project Title:
| The effect of voltage on a electric motor
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about the change in reaction on an electric motor based on the amount of voltage.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
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| SP28
| Ellie Hellman
| | Project Title:
| Peak Performance
| | Description:
| This project compares how changing the pH in the making of meringues with different protein sources affected the speed of whipping the meringue and the stability of the foam.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Ernie Schiller
| | School:
| Holy Trinity, Ft. Madison
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
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| SP29
| Junze Sun
| | Project Title:
| Machine Learning for Stock Return Prediction: Transformers or Simple Neural Networks
| | Description:
| This exhibit is about utilizing the new Autoformer machine learning model, a variant of the recently developed transformer model, to predict stock returns. I trained, validated, and tested the model on historical US stock data from 1957 to 2021 utilizing various financial, economic, and trading features.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
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- Inspiring Excellence: Alan B. Adams Meritorious Achievement
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| SP30
| Landon Mondon
| | Project Title:
| How Plastics Affect Lumbriculus
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about how worms are impacted when plastics are introduced into their environment.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Arie Schiller
| | School:
| Keokuk HS, Keokuk
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| SP31
| Benjamin Lothamer
| | Project Title:
| Research and Development of a Cost-efficient Open-source Myo-electric Robotic Upper Limb Prosthesis Using Additive Manufacturing
| | Description:
| The author uses the Engineering Design Process to develop a solution to design an externally powered upper limb prosthesis in a way that makes the prosthetic hand more accessible and cost-efficient using off-shelf products and additive manufacturing in the form of FDM 3-D printing. The process of designing this prosthetic hand incorporates the concepts of anatomy and physiology, prosthetics and orthotics, biomechanical engineering, robotics, and psychosocial considerations.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Donald Shurr
| | School:
| Mid-Prairie HSAP, Kalona
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Senior Champion
- EISEF: Class I, Senior Physical
- Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers: Outstanding Achievement
- US Navy and Marine Corps: Oustanding Achievement
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| SP32
| Jerry Li
| | Project Title:
| Evaluating the Effectiveness of Instruction Duplication Techniques on Bit Flip Error Protection
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about using instruction duplication techniques in order to protect software from bit flip errors.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Honorable Mention, Senior Physical
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| SP33
| Jiusi (Joyce) Wang
| | Project Title:
| Renewable Energy Air Suspension System: Harnessing Energy from Vehicle Motion for Electricity Generation
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about changing the design of a shock absorber and developing an APP to generate electrical energy.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Asha Sharma
| | School:
| Maharishi SAE, Fairfield
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Senior Physical
- Genius Olympiad: Outstanding Achievement
- US Navy and Marine Corps: Oustanding Achievement
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| SP35
| Shanza Sami
| | Project Title:
| Pura Aerem: Computational Analysis and Prototype Optimization of a Novel Multi-stage Extension Designed to Reduce PM10, CO2, CO Exiting TWC-OC Catalytic Converters
| | Description:
| My exhibit utilizes my multi-stage innovation developed and optimized through computational fluid dynamic simulations and physical prototyping to reduce levels of PM10, CO2, and CO exiting TWC-OC catalytic converters.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Carolyn Walling
| | School:
| West HS, Iowa City
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Class I, Senior Physical
- NASA Earth System Science Award: Outstanding Achievement
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| SP36
| Jack Benner
| | Project Title:
| Preserving Perfection: Alternate Methods to Keeping Meat Red
| | Description:
| I tested five methods to maintain the color of meat without dyes or CO, while maintaining taste and integrity.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
- Excellence in Science Research: Outstanding Achievement
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| SP37
| Allison Gruntmeir
| | Project Title:
| Can They Eat It? Creating an Eco & Livestock Friendly Hay String Phase II
| | Description:
| My exhibit is about me creating a livestock friendly hay twine to help decrease deaths in livestock and help keep trash out of our environment.
| | Adult Sponsor:
| Alicia Schiller
| | School:
| Central Lee HS, Donnellson
| | Awards:
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- EISEF: Participation Achievement Award: 4th Year Student
- Systems Engineering: Outstanding Achievement
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