The Top 300 Junior Innovators are listed in order of Fair ID below. Students listed under their regional fair may also have qualified through their state fair but are only listed under their regional fair on this page. Students that were selected as part of the Top 300 in a prior year are noted with # next to their name. To view this list in alphabetical order by last name, please click here.

Arizona

Southern Arizona Research, Science and Engineering Fair (USAZ03)

McGill, Luca, Grade: 8th
School: Emily Gray Junior High School
Project Title: ALTO-CO₂: Low-Cost Drone-Based Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Monitoring Exploring CO₂ Levels Across Urban, Suburban, and Rural Areas in Southern Arizona

Smith, Simone, Grade: 8th
School: Saint Cyril of Alexandria School
Project Title: Catching Deadly Butterflies

Arizona Science and Engineering Fair (USAZ50)

Lakshminarasimhan, Akshay, Grade: 7th
School: BASIS Scottsdale
Project Title: Exploring the Interplay Between Earth’s Magnetic Field, Solar Activity, Climate Variability, and Human Settlements (1750-2024)

Arkansas

Central Arkansas Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USAR05)

Wang, Pericles, Grade: 7th
School: Pinnacle View Middle School
Project Title: Biases and Stereotypes of Large Language Models Toward Social Groups

California

Orange County Science and Engineering Fair (USCA01)

Chen, Max, Grade: 8th
School: Sierra Vista Middle School
Project Title: Turning Biodiesel Waste Into Watts: Optimizing Oxygen Concentrations for Glycerol-Powered Microbial Fuel Cells

Gandhi, Mohan, Grade: 7th
School: Fairmont Private School – Anaheim Hills Campus
Project Title: “Sole-Utions in Lattice” — Lattice Structures vs. Foam: Which Structure Gives the Best Support for Athletes and Diabetic Patients?

Ku, Maximus Joseph, Grade: 8th
School: Fairmont Private School – Anaheim Hills Campus
Project Title: Improving the Efficiency of Triboelectric Nanogenerators

Murase, Tokiya, Grade: 7th
School: Lakeside Middle School
Project Title: AI Mildew Detector

Nunes, Aden, Grade: 7th
School: Fairmont Private School – San Juan Capistrano
Project Title: Analyzing the Impact of Genetic Mutations and Amino Acid Properties on CFTR Protein Pathogenicity in Cystic Fibrosis

Solhpour, Sam Daniel, Grade: 8th
School: Corona Del Mar Middle School
Project Title: Forecasting Renewable Energy Production Based on Historical Weather Data in California: Predictive Analysis Using Regression Modeling

Story, Grant, Grade: 8th
School: Fairmont Private School – San Juan Capistrano
Project Title: Hydroelectric Dams: Gravity and Water Pressure Effects on Electricity Generation

Tran, Alice Ngoc, Grade: 8th
School: Warner Middle School
Project Title: The Effects of a Magnetic Field on Raphanus sativus Plant Growth

Los Angeles County Science and Engineering Fair (USCA02)

Chung, Seungah, Grade: 8th
School: Beverly Vista Middle School
Project Title: Investigating Spatial Memory Formation in Harvester Ants Through Operant Conditioning

Huang, Hannah Yuchen, Grade: 8th
School: Ridgecrest Intermediate School
Project Title: Analyzing Type A Influenza Genomes Using Fractal Patterns

Interiano, Mila, Grade: 8th
School: Sierra Madre Middle School
Project Title: Too Hot To Handle: Space Exploration

Iyer, Shay, Grade: 8th
School: Miraleste Intermediate School
Project Title: Disinfection and Reuse of Disposable Isolation PPE Gowns in Medical Practice: An Innovative Solution To Minimize Medical Waste Pollution

Kurc, Maya Alexandra, Grade: 8th
School: The Archer School for Girls
Project Title: Fit Flies: How Does Exercise Improve Motor Symptoms in Drosophila With the LRRK2 Gene Mutation Leading to Parkinson’s Disease?

Leonard, Jeron, Grade: 8th
School: The Science Academy STEM Magnet
Project Title: Making Different Types of Filaments From Recycled Plastics To Reduce Carbon Footprints and Measuring Their Properties

Liang, Patrick (#), Grade: 8th
School: Portola Highly Gifted Magnet Middle School
Project Title: Analyzing LINE-1 Expression in Relation to SARS-CoV-2 Infection Severity

Segal, Mark, Grade: 8th
School: Palos Verdes Intermediate School
Project Title: Use of Neodymium Magnets To Enhance the Yield of Solanum tuberosum (Potatoes)

Shimpi, Atharva Ashwin, Grade: 8th
School: The Science Academy STEM Magnet
Project Title: Making Different Types of Filaments From Recycled Plastics To Reduce Carbon Footprints and Measuring Their Properties

Uvaraj, Anish, Grade: 6th
School: Oak Hills Elementary School
Project Title: Smoke Precipitators: Enhancing Air Quality by Reducing Particulate Matter

Fresno County Science Fair (USCA03)

Agrawal, Arvin, Grade: 8th
School: Granite Ridge Intermediate School
Project Title: Advancing Sustainable Agriculture: Development of TriFusion BioBoost Fertilizer Using Azolla, Mycorrhizae, & Rhizobium as an Eco-Friendly Alternative to Synthetic Fertilizer for Increasing Garden Bean Biomass Yield

Feng, Alice, Grade: 7th
School: Granite Ridge Intermediate School
Project Title: Transforming Waste Into Value: The Impact of Grape Pomace Variety and Extraction Parameters on Grape Seed Oil Yield and Physicochemical Properties

Sacramento Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USCA04)

Haller, Leila Hue, Grade: 8th
School: Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
Project Title: A Bright Idea: UV Intensity

Nguyen, Evelyn Quynh Tien, Grade: 8th
School: Toby Johnson Middle School
Project Title: A Heated Transformation of Plastic Bags Into Textiles

Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair (USCA05)

Brum, Charles, Grade: 8th
School: Elite Academic Academy
Project Title: StarSync: Local Orientation Synchronization Device

Hu, Ethan, Grade: 8th
School: The Bishop’s School
Project Title: Low Cost Portable Braille Embosser for Education

Kattamuri, Uma, Grade: 6th
School: Oak Valley Middle School
Project Title: Effect of Increased CO₂ Levels on pH and Stomatal Density of CAM Plant Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

Merten, Niall, Grade: 6th
School: The Rhoades School
Project Title: Improving Solar Panel Efficiency

Xu, Andrew, Grade: 7th
School: The Bishop’s School
Project Title: Low-Cost Portable Braille Embosser for Education

Synopsys Silicon Valley Science and Technology Championship presented by the Santa Clara Valley Science and Engineering Fair Association (USCA07)

Blanco-Sarmiento, Ximena, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Enhancing the Sustainability of Data Center Cooling and Energy Supply Systems

Fan, Zoe Siyi, Grade: 8th
School: The Harker School – Middle School
Project Title: Investigating Curcumin’s Potential To Delay Alzheimer’s Onset Using Genetically Modified Drosophila melanogaster Models

Jawad, Safiya Syeda, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Testing Biodegradable Alternatives of Plastic To Determine the Best Material for Plastic Bags

Jin, Shuwen, Grade: 8th
School: The King’s Academy
Project Title: Investigating Curcumin’s Potential To Delay Alzheimer’s Onset Using Genetically Modified Drosophila melanogaster Models

Kenkre, Rahini, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Enhancing the Sustainability of Data Center Cooling and Energy Supply Systems

Lan, Zooey, Grade: 8th
School: The Harker School – Middle School
Project Title: A Novel AI Approach To Analyze the Cardiovascular Effects of Artificial Sweeteners Using Daphnia magna

Lau, Aaron, Grade: 8th
School: The Harker School – Middle School
Project Title: Comparison of Supplements and Pesticides on Silkworm Growth and Productivity

Lee, Anya, Grade: 8th
School: The Harker School – Middle School
Project Title: A Novel AI Approach To Analyze the Cardiovascular Effects of Artificial Sweeteners Using Daphnia magna

Lee, Hanna, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Testing Biodegradable Alternatives of Plastic To Determine the Best Material for Plastic Bags

Scilingo, Mia Carina, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Testing Biodegradable Alternatives of Plastic To Determine the Best Material for Plastic Bags

Srivastava, Saksham, Grade: 8th
School: Challenger School
Project Title: StarQuest: A Celestial GPS

Sun, Maggie, Grade: 8th
School: Harker School
Project Title: Transforming Food Waste Into Sustainable Biodegradable Packaging

Tejura, Jiya, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Enhancing the Sustainability of Data Center Cooling and Energy Supply Systems

Weyn, Ethan, Grade: 8th
School: Harker School
Project Title: Comparison of Supplements and Pesticides on Silkworm Growth and Productivity

Yuan, Serena, Grade: 8th
School: The Harker School – Middle School
Project Title: Full‑Circle Biodegradable Plastics: Turning Fruit Peel Waste Into Recyclable Packaging That Composts Into Biofertilizer

Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair (USCA09)

Agadi, Iccha Umesh, Grade: 8th
School: Wells Middle School
Project Title: Advancing Parkinson’s Diagnosis: A Device for Early Symptom Detection

Arun Kumar, Bhadresh Kumar, Grade: 8th
School: Wells Middle School
Project Title: Advancing Parkinson’s Diagnosis: A Device for Early Symptom Detection

Baul, Ayana, Grade: 8th
School: Stratford School — Fremont Osgood Campus
Project Title: Blue Horizons: Predicting and Preventing Algae Blooms

Haldar, Anisha, Grade: 7th
School: Stratford School — Fremont Osgood Campus
Project Title: Wall of Water: Fire-Resistant Panels To Defend Communities From Wildfires

Liu, Leo, Grade: 7th
School: Challenger School – Ardenwood
Project Title: Shake It Off: Effect of Different Bracing Structures on Collapse Resistance in Earthquakes

Lu, Cynthia, Grade: 6th
School: Challenger School – Ardenwood
Project Title: Tilted for Power: Unleashing Solar Energy Through Angles

Magesh, Loukya, Grade: 6th
School: Fallon Middle School
Project Title: Atmospheric Water Harvesting Using Smart Hydrogels for Sustainable Water Solutions

Pandey, Abhigya, Grade: 6th
School: Basis Independent Fremont
Project Title: Arduino-Based Smart Home Automation: Enhancing Security, Energy Efficiency and Weather Response

Pandit, Yookta, Grade: 8th
School: The Quarry Lane School
Project Title: Reading the Brain: Using MRIs for Early Detection of Dyslexia

Prasanna, Piyush, Grade: 6th
School: Fallon Middle School
Project Title: Hydrogels: Biodegradable Alternative to Plastic Food Packaging

Srivats, Rishab, Grade: 7th
School: John Horner Junior High School
Project Title: Badminton Companion

Telukuntla, Arushi, Grade: 7th
School: Stratford School – Fremont Osgood Campus
Project Title: Wall of Water: Fire-Resistant Panels To Defend Communities From Wildfires

Wu, Savannah (#), Grade: 7th
School: Challenger School – Ardenwood
Project Title: Impact of Hydrogel Concentration on Plant Growth in Soil

San Bernardino, Inyo, Mono (SIM) Science and Engineering Fair (USCA13)

Garg, Aanya, Grade: 6th
School: Edwin Rhodes Elementary School
Project Title: Bioplastics: Pollution Solution. Can Bioplastics Be Successfully Used for Home Applications?

Lee, Stephanie, Grade: 7th
School: Canyon Hills Junior High School
Project Title: The Second Life of Crop Waste

Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair (USCA15)

Grover, Henry, Grade: 7th
School: Riverside STEM Academy
Project Title: Removing Microplastics From Water by Using Household Materials as Filter Membranes

Jang, Hannah, Grade: 8th
School: Western Center Academy
Project Title: Stent Designs for Brain Aneurysm Rupture Prevention

Zhou, Vienna, Grade: 7th
School: El Cerrito Middle School
Project Title: Can We Solve HIV/Aids? Using Python To Determine the Process of Eradicating Latent Viral Reservoirs of HIV From the Body

Kern County Regional Science Fair (USCA16)

Goldberg, Alekha, Grade: 6th
School: Peak to Peak Mountain Charter School
Project Title: Planarian, Heal Thyself! The Effect of Electricity on the Rate of Planarian Regeneration for a Novel Approach to Human Healing

California Science & Engineering Fair (USCA50)

Bi, Amanda Camellia, Grade: 6th
School: La Jolla Country Day School
Project Title: The Flexible, Reusable Sound Insulator

Mittendorff, Katherine Carol, Grade: 7th
School: Orinda Intermediate School
Project Title: An Experiment To Design an Optimal Wind Turbine Using 3D-Printed Models

Monpays, Eva, Grade: 7th
School: San Diego French-American School
Project Title: The Coastal Cruiser: A Lightweight and Autonomous DIY Robot To Fight Plastic Pollution

Nagori, Akhil, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Visionary: AI Glasses for Real-Time Text-to-Audio Transcription To Help Visually Impaired Students

Pradhan, Anisha, Grade: 8th
School: Saint Monica School
Project Title: Daphnia: Climate Crusaders

Sun, Evann, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Visionary: AI Glasses for Real-Time Text-to-Audio Transcription To Help Visually Impaired Students

Swigart, Julianna, Grade: 7th
School: San Diego French-American School
Project Title: DIY Beach-Cleaning Robot

Wang, Christine, Grade: 7th
School: The Harker School – Middle School
Project Title: Peel To Purify: An Innovative Fruit Waste-Based Solution for Contaminated Water Treatment

Yen, Lucas Shengwen, Grade: 8th
School: Juan Cabrillo Middle School
Project Title: Visionary: AI Glasses for Real-Time Text-to-Audio Transcription To Help Visually Impaired Students

Irvine Unified School District Fair (USCA78)

Kwon, Rene, Grade: 7th
School: Sierra Vista Middle School
Project Title: Redefining Antimicrobial Treatment: A Study of Natural and Synthetic Antibiotics Against Staphylococcus epidermidis Biofilms To Combat Antibiotic Resistance

Wuppalapati, Meghana (#), Grade: 8th
School: Beacon Park School
Project Title: Green Goodness: Testing the Efficacy of Azadirachta indica vs. Moringa oleifera in Metabolizing Excess Galactose Caused by Galactosemia

San Mateo County Office of Education STEM Fair (USCA80)

Beasley, Anna, Grade: 8th
School: Synapse School
Project Title: Mindsets in Math: The Impact of Training on Self-Concept and Math Learning

Burke, Joshua, Grade: 8th
School: Synapse School
Project Title: Mindsets in Math: The Impact of Training on Self-Concept and Math Learning

Fox, Vikram, Grade: 8th
School: Corte Madera School
Project Title: Using Machine Learning To Solve Complex Physics: A Proof-of-Concept Experiment Using Drag Force and Terminal Velocity

Pojunas, Brendan, Grade: 7th
School: Saint Charles School
Project Title: Application of Low-Cost Drones for Preventative and Active Firefighting Support Roles

Wang, Bowen, Grade: 6th
School: Central Middle School
Project Title: Breakwaters: Block by Block

Colorado

Colorado Science and Engineering Fair (USCO50)

Manshad, Omar, Grade: 8th
School: Crescent View Academy
Project Title: Inclusive Robotics: Building a Safe Robotic Arm for Multimodal Non-Visual Table-Top Interactions

Sandridge, Violet, Grade: 8th
School: Summit Middle Charter School
Project Title: Radiation Resilience: Evaluating Photostability in Natural and Synthetic Sunscreens

Connecticut

Connecticut Science & Engineering Fair (USCT50)

Cahill, Clara, Grade: 8th
School: Central Middle School
Project Title: Development of a Thyme Oil-in-Hydromed Wearable Anklet for the Natural, Effective Repelling of Ticks

Choudhary, Rajsi, Grade: 8th
School: Eastern Middle School
Project Title: Fabrication of a Biodegradable, Nutrient-Rich, Orange Peel-Loaded Hydrogel for Thermally-Programmed Release of Water To Maintain Soil Moisture

Galvez, Stephanie, Grade: 8th
School: Sacred Heart Greenwich
Project Title: Testing the Strength, Flexibility and Biodegradability of a Watermelon Rind-Based Bioplastic

Norful, Bennett, Grade: 7th
School: Middlebrook Middle School
Project Title: Cell Shield: Investigating Materials To Block Non-Ionizing Radiofrequency Radiation in Common Cell Phones

Rokkam, Kabir, Grade: 8th
School: Middlebrook Middle School
Project Title: A Bone To Pick With Ocean Acidification: Bone Meal, a Substrate That Supports Phytoplankton Growth and Helps Reduce Ocean Acidification

Shiue, Alex, Grade: 8th
School: Middlebrook Middle School
Project Title: The Bone To Pick With Ocean Acidification: Bone Meal, a Substrate That Supports Phytoplankton Growth and Helps Reduce Ocean Acidification

Ukperaj, Bonnie Mikaela, Grade: 8th
School: Sacred Heart Greenwich
Project Title: Testing the Strength, Flexibility and Biodegradability of a Watermelon Rind-Based Bioplastic

Florida

Thomas Alva Edison Kiwanis Science and Engineering Fair (USFL05)

Dacanay, Bella, Grade: 7th
School: Charlotte Preparatory School
Project Title: Making Sense of Scents: Do Men or Women Have a Better Sense of Smell?

East Panhandle Science and Engineering Fair (USFL07)

Allen, Ian, Grade: 8th
School: Okaloosa STEMM Academy
Project Title: SAND — Simulation of Absorption in Nanosized Quantum Dots

Broward Regional Science & Engineering Fair (USFL09)

Colarte Delgado, Ella Maria, Grade: 7th
School: American Heritage School
Project Title: The Effects of Music Therapy on Patients That Suffer From Traumatic Brain Injury Using Drosophila melanogaster as a Model Organism

Gilbert, Evan, Grade: 8th
School: University School
Project Title: Speech Jammer — Testing Cognitive Impairment using Delayed Auditory Feedback

South Florida Science and Engineering Fair (USFL15)

Afkhami Searcy, Elizabeth Allenia, Grade: 6th
School: Southwood Middle School
Project Title: Some Like It Hot! Invasive Lizards With Hotter Habitat Preferences are Spreading Faster

Mascaro, Julia, Grade: 6th
School: Downtown Doral Charter Upper School
Project Title: New Bioplastics vs. Old Petroplastics

Big Springs Regional Science Fair (USFL16)

Atchison, Peyton, Grade: 7th
School: Howard Middle School
Project Title: Strength in Layers

Dr. Nelson Ying-Orange County Science Exposition (USFL17)

Cherigui, Jannah, Grade: 8th
School: Leaders Preparatory School
Project Title: Turning Plants Into Biofuel With the Power of Enzymes

Sharma, Anishka, Grade: 8th
School: Orlando Science School Middle/High Charter
Project Title: High Speed Centrifuge Dual Gear Design

Tiwary, Atharv, Grade: 8th
School: Orlando Science School Middle/High Charter
Project Title: Metamaterial Application To Enhance Radio Wave Absorption Using Metal Insulator Metal Structures

Seminole County Regional Science, Mathematics & Engineering Fair (USFL23)

Pawar, Ajinkya Rahul, Grade: 8th
School: Sanford Middle School
Project Title: TumorAI: Advanced Deep Learning Neural Network Solution for Cancer Detection Using Tumor Data in Python 3 With Binary Functions and Specializations

Capital Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USFL26)

Devulapalli, Anvita, Grade: 8th
School: Fairview Middle School
Project Title: Tessellation Triumph: Exploring the Potential of 3D-Printed Bike Helmet Foam To Safeguard the Human Brain

Hillsborough Regional Science Fair (USFL27)

Fridy, Ruth, Grade: 7th
School: Roland Park K-8
Project Title: Salt Water Mitigation in Plants: Water vs. Gypsum

Patel, Mahi, Grade: 7th
School: Liberty Middle School
Project Title: Optimization of Ultrasonic Wave Propagation for Targeted Microplastic Extraction in Water Filtration

Palm Beach Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USFL29)

Altro, Holden William, Grade: 8th
School: Pine Crest School
Project Title: Understanding Effects of UV Radiation and Microgravity on Yeast: A Model for Space Radiation Exposure

Bourns, Luke, Grade: 8th
School: The Weiss School
Project Title: Which Type of FRP Is the Most Durable Hurricane Shutter?

Debonet, Oliver, Grade: 8th
School: The Weiss School
Project Title: Designing a Portable, Affordable, and Temperature-Regulating EpiPen® Case

Kaul, Rohan, Grade: 8th
School: The Weiss School
Project Title: W.A.I.R., a Wearable Air Index Recorder

Kirkbride, Penelope, Grade: 8th
School: Pine Crest School
Project Title: Evaluating the Efficacy of a Silk and Cellulose Nanocrystal Membrane for Water Filtration

Tournoy, Alexandra, Grade: 8th
School: Pine Crest School
Project Title: Analyzing the Effects of Handwriting, Typing or Using a Digital Pen on Memory Retention in Middle School Students

Pasco Regional Science and Engineering Showcase (USFL30)

Ghosh, Arshiya, Grade: 7th
School: Starkey Ranch K-8 School
Project Title: An Innovative Approach To Reduce Biofilm Formation & Progression: Evaluating the Impact of Antimicrobial Compounds on Thioredoxin-A in Biofilm for Colorectal Cancer Treatment

State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida – Ying Scholars (USFL50)

Burkhardt, Stella Maya, Grade: 8th
School: Pine Crest School
Project Title: How Do Different Types of Synesthesia Affect the Vividness of an Individual’s Senses, Emotions, Bodily Sensations and Creativity?

Dulay, Peter Fernandez, Grade: 8th
School: Julia Landon College Preparatory and Leadership Development School
Project Title: Career Bias in AI Data

Jitari, Daniel, Grade: 7th
School: Indian Ridge Middle School
Project Title: Optimizing Transparency and Power Generation Using Berry and Spinach Dyes in Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells

Loh, Aaron Stephen, Grade: 8th
School: A.D. Henderson University Lab School
Project Title: Visualizing Epidemics: A Stochastic SIR Model Incorporating Dynamic Social Distancing and Point Prevalence-Driven Behaviors

Georgia

Gwinnett Regional Fair (USGA11)

Morajkar, Archan Prashant, Grade: 8th
School: Richard Hull Middle School
Project Title: Spark Shark

Cobb/Paulding Regional Science Fair (USGA14)

Banerjee, Pranav, Grade: 8th
School: Daniell Middle School
Project Title: Designing Earthquake-Resilient Buildings: MRF Dampers and Advanced Earthquake Detection for Enhanced Safety

Georgia State Science and Engineering Fair (USGA50)

Wang, Andrew, Grade: 8th
School: Chamblee Middle School
Project Title: Enhancing Bioplastics: The Impact of Natural Additives on Flexibility

Xia, Patrick, Grade: 8th
School: Taylor Road Middle School
Project Title: Sugarcane in 3D Printing

Hawaii

Maui County Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USHI03)

May, Michael Hatchet, Grade: 7th
School: Kihei Charter School
Project Title: Ion Propulsion

Kauai Regional Science & Engineering Fair (USHI04)

Acoba, Hiiaka Viala, Grade: 8th
School: Saint Theresa Catholic School
Project Title: Is Somebody Going To Match My Freak-Quency?

Alonge, Oliver, Grade: 8th
School: Saint Theresa Catholic School
Project Title: Is Somebody Going To Match My Freak-Quency?

Santiago, Lily, Grade: 6th
School: Saint Theresa Catholic School
Project Title: Is Somebody Going To Match My Freak-Quency?

Hawaii District Science and Engineering Fair (USHI05)

Tao, Joanna (#), Grade: 7th
School: Waiakea Intermediate School
Project Title: Identifying the Potential Anti-Angiostrongylus cantonensis Properties of Native Hawaiian Products

Honolulu District Science & Engineering Fair (USHI08)

Wang, Alexander, Grade: 8th
School: Niu Valley Middle School
Project Title: Innovative Wildfire Flame-Suppression Device

Hawaii State Science and Engineering Fair (USHI50)

Caruso, Simone Calliope, Grade: 8th
School: King Intermediate
Project Title: How Coral Food Supplements Affect Coral Growth

Illinois

Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Exposition (USIL50)

Dharwadkar, Aarya, Grade: 8th
School: Barrington Middle School – Prairie Campus
Project Title: How Do Different Wavelengths of Light Influence Stomatal Function in Guzmania lingulata?

Dong, Andy (#), Grade: 8th
School: Hinsdale Middle School
Project Title: Illuminating Cancer-Related Dark Proteins With AI

Pulugurtha, Ishaan, Grade: 8th
School: Clifford Crone Middle School
Project Title: Can AI Predict Future Water Quality Better Than Traditional Methods?

Teixeira, Alice, Grade: 8th
School: Barrington Middle School – Prairie Campus
Project Title: How Do Different Wavelengths of Light Influence Stomatal Function in Guzmania lingulata?

Virginkar, Aarush, Grade: 8th
School: Clifford Crone Middle School
Project Title: Can AI Predict Future Water Quality Better Than Traditional Methods?

Indiana

Hoosier Science and Engineering Fair Region 6 (USIN25)

Lehal, Akalkirat Singh, Grade: 7th
School: Honey Creek Middle School
Project Title: Year 2 Study: Improving Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell Performance and Durability: The Role of Natural Dyes, Semiconductor Technologies, and Extraction Methods

Iowa

State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa (USIA50)

Ma, Sunny Joy, Grade: 8th
School: Waukee Middle School
Project Title: Detecting AI-Generated Texts Using Pre-Trained Large Language Models: A Comparative Study of Encoder and Decoder Architectures

Newton, Drake, Grade: 7th
School: Central Lee Middle School
Project Title: Footstrike Analysis Using a 3D-Printed Insole

Kansas

Kansas State Science and Engineering Fair (USKS50)

Agrawal, Aarav, Grade: 7th
School: Lakewood Middle School
Project Title: Reducing Global Plastic Waste Through Innovative Biodegradable Plastic Production Using Locally Sourced Materials and Community Facilities

Kentucky

Louisville Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USKY02)

Park, Owen Thomas McGeeney (#), Grade: 7th
School: Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic School
Project Title: A Breakthrough in Low-Voltage Regolith Mitigation

Dupont Manual High School Regional Fair (USKY03)

Alemneh, Naomi, Grade: 8th
School: Meyzeek Middle School
Project Title: Can We Conserve Water in Farming by Using Biodegradable Hydrogels?

Kommareddy, Nehareddy, Grade: 8th
School: Meyzeek Middle School
Project Title: Can We Conserve Water in Farming by Using Biodegradable Hydrogels?

Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair (USKY50)

Gopinath, Sanjey, Grade: 7th
School: Meyzeek Middle School
Project Title: Development of IOT-Enabled Obstacle-Detector

Maryland

Prince George’s Area Science Fair (USMD05)

Saha, Tanvi, Grade: 6th
School: Greenbelt Middle School
Project Title: Automated Solar Tracker To Increase Efficiency of Solar Panels

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Region IV Science Fair (USMA02)

Ohara, Koji, Grade: 7th
School: R.J. Grey Junior High School
Project Title: A Smart Low-Cost Chessboard: Using Copper Tape and Resistance Material To Detect Individual Chess Pieces

Massachusetts Region III Science Fair (USMA03)

Vieira, Camilla Costa, Grade: 6th
School: Foxborough Regional Charter School
Project Title: The Advanced Stop System

Massachusetts Region II State Science Fair (USMA05)

Chang, Jason, Grade: 6th
School: Worcester Academy
Project Title: An Eco-Efficient Solar Tracking System: Bringing Power to Off-Grid Communities With an Affordable Solution

Vinodhkumar, Vaibhav, Grade: 8th
School: Oak Middle School
Project Title: ScreenTamer: The Algorithmic Cure for Adolescent Tech Addiction

Zhang, William, Grade: 8th
School: Oak Middle School
Project Title: Best Artificial Skin for Bionic Devices: Application of Hydrogels

Massachusetts State Science & Engineering Fair (USMA50)

Ganetsky, Marina, Grade: 8th
School: Pollard Middle School
Project Title: The Organized Brain: Word Retrieval in People With and Without Aphasia, in Two Different Conditions

Gershfield-Cordova, Georgio, Grade: 7th
School: Lesley Ellis School
Project Title: Exploring the Effects of Altered Gravity and Microgravity Simulations on Rate of Growth of Cress Seeds

Groszmann, Josh, Grade: 8th
School: Lesley Ellis School
Project Title: A Unique Vertical Axis Wind Turbine Design for Urban Environments

Shah, Aagam, Grade: 7th
School: Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
Project Title: Optimizing Hydroelectric Power With a Siphon

Michigan

Science and Engineering Fair of Metropolitan Detroit (USMI02)

Khan, Aydin, Grade: 8th
School: Huda School and Montessori
Project Title: Am I OK To Breathe? A Novel Intelligent Air Pollutant Detection Prototype To Help Firefighters and the At-Risk During Wildfires

Modem, Sri Laasya, Grade: 7th
School: Baker Middle School
Project Title: AI-Driven Air Quality Forecasting: A Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Algorithms for Enhanced AQI Prediction

Flint Regional Science & Engineering Fair (USMI03)

Daga, Vedaang, Grade: 8th
School: Jefferson Middle School
Project Title: The Effect of Mustard Oil and Clove Oil on Bacteria as a Natural Alternative to Modern Day Antibiotics

Daoud, Michael, Grade: 8th
School: Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy
Project Title: Assessing Different Formation Aids To Determine Which Provides the Greatest Benefits for Papermaking From Grass

Daut, Calvin, Grade: 8th
School: Jefferson Middle School
Project Title: The Effect of Mustard Oil and Clove Oil on Bacteria as a Natural Alternative to Modern Day Antibiotics

Minnesota

Southern Minnesota Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USMN03)

Kokotovich, Alek Jaman, Grade: 7th
School: Hidden Oaks Middle School
Project Title: Expanding First Lego League Challenge (FLL-C) Robotics To Support Kids With Low Vision

Twin Cities Regional Science Fair (USMN04)

Parham, Wyatt David, Grade: 8th
School: Stillwater Middle School
Project Title: Studying the Function of the Gypsum Crystals in the Freshwater Algae Closterium Using Light

Rochester Regional STEM Fair (USMN07)

Sood, Sia (#), Grade: 8th
School: John Adams Middle School
Project Title: Stress Among Middle Schoolers: Does Quality Time With Friends and Family Matter?

Minnesota Academy of Science State Science & Engineering Fair (USMN50)

Kenderian, Maria, Grade: 6th
School: Co-Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist Middle School
Project Title: Effect of Artificial Food Ingredients on Health: Using Daphnia magna as a Model

Sriram, Aditi, Grade: 8th
School: John Adams Middle School
Project Title: ArtiFix-CNN: A Novel Convolutional Neural Network To Improve Accuracy of Photoplethysmography Heart Rate

Missouri

Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair (USMO04)

Barnes, Katie, Grade: 7th
School: Westridge Middle School
Project Title: Plastics in Your Water: Quantifying Microplastics in Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles When Exposed to Various Temperatures

Gaul, Evelyn Louise, Grade: 6th
School: Heritage Middle School
Project Title: The Effects of Vitamins E, D, and B7 on Girardia tigrina Regeneration

Academy of Science – Greater St. Louis Science Fair (USMO07)

Sawardekar, Ronav Mayuresh, Grade: 7th
School: Crestview Middle School
Project Title: The Impact of Different Light Wavelengths on Algae for Biofuel

Ozarks Science and Engineering Fair (USMO08)

Radlund, Ryan Leo, Grade: 8th
School: Camdenton Middle School
Project Title: Unblocked: A Novel Approach to Addressing the Cause of Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome

Montana

Montana Science Fair (USMT50)

Rost, Rye Lynn, Grade: 6th
School: Longfellow Elementary
Project Title: Musa Makeover: Banana Bioplastic Engineering

New Jersey

Bergen SciChallenge (USNJ79)

Huang, Vivienne, Grade: 7th
School: Englewood Cliffs Upper School
Project Title: For Peat’s Sake: Creating Biodegradable and Sustainable Hydroponic Growth Media Alternatives to Peat for Cultivating Luffa aegyptiaca

Lee, Ellie, Grade: 8th
School: Tenafly Middle School
Project Title: Studying the Impact of State Neonicotinoid Restrictions on Bee Populations

Suh, Elia Kuhl, Grade: 8th
School: Hackensack Middle School
Project Title: Adapted Garden Microbes Transform Barren Lunar Soil Into Fertile Ground

Watkins, Emma, Grade: 7th
School: George Washington Middle School
Project Title: The Effect of Poly-γ-glutamic Acid (γ-PGA) on Medicago Sativa Growth During Drought Stress

New Mexico

Four Corners Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USNM03)

Rivera, Klark Santos, Grade: 6th
School: Mesa View Elementary School
Project Title: Comparing Rocket Flight Stabilization Using Two Different Fin Models

New York

Long Island Science and Engineering Fair (USNY02)

Lin, Jada, Grade: 8th
School: Great Neck South Middle School
Project Title: Harnessing Nature’s Power To Combat Antimicrobial Resistance: Assessing the Effectiveness of Natural Inhibitors in Preventing Conjugation-Based Horizontal Gene Transfer of Ampicillin Resistance in Escherichia coli Under In Vitro Conditions

Sathish Kumar, Mihir (#), Grade: 8th
School: Hauppauge Middle School
Project Title: Future in Every Drop: Harvesting Blue Energy From Rain Water

Greater Capital Region Science and Engineering Fair, Inc. (USNY07)

Banks, Winston, Grade: 8th
School: La Salle Institute
Project Title: Implications of CAD 3D-Printed Soft Robotics as Better Surgical Tools in the Removal of Malignant and Benign Soft Tumors

Srinivasan, Sharvesh, Grade: 8th
School: Shaker Junior High School
Project Title: Reaction Time of Nickel-Titanium Artificial “Muscles” From 0.5 Amperes-5.0 Amperes

Terra WNY STEM Fair (USNY11)

Demirbas, Zeynep, Grade: 8th
School: Transit Middle School
Project Title: Evaluating the Reliability of Large Language Models for Stress Detection

Hunter College High School Science and Engineering Fair (USNY78)

Liou, Jaelyn, Grade: 8th
School: Hunter College High School
Project Title: Biofuel: Determining Biomass Effectiveness Through Fermentation

Ren, Olivia, Grade: 8th
School: Hunter College High School
Project Title: An Objective Analysis and Testing of SPF 45 Sunscreen Efficacy Across Formulations and Regulations

Wu, Miles, Grade: 8th
School: Hunter College High School
Project Title: Optimizing the Strength-to-Weight Ratio of Miura-Ori Patterns

North Carolina

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Regional Science Fair (USNC01)

Budipalli, Pranav Reddy, Grade: 8th
School: Marvin Ridge Middle School
Project Title: Revolutionizing Bone Treatments: Designing a Novel Conforming Intramedullary Device for Accelerated Critical-Sized Defect Healing

Rodrigues Angrisano, Julia, Grade: 8th
School: Charlotte Latin School
Project Title: Accelerating Breast Cancer Diagnosis With Artificial Intelligence

North Carolina State Science Fair (USNC50)

Chittiboina, Abhigna, Grade: 8th
School: Mills Park Middle School
Project Title: Using 3D-Printed Microneedle Patches and Machine Learning (ML) Prediction Model for Improved Effectiveness in Drug Delivery for Specific Types of Malignant Skin Neoplasms Compared to Topical and Injection Methods

Lee, Aaron, Grade: 8th
School: The Academy at Lincoln
Project Title: Can Chestnut Shells Increase the Durability of Biodegradable Plastics?

Ravi, Dhiyaa, Grade: 8th
School: Mills Park Middle School
Project Title: Using 3D-Printed Microneedle Patches and Machine Learning (ML) Prediction Model for Improved Effectiveness in Drug Delivery for Specific Types of Malignant Skin Neoplasms Compared to Topical and Injection Methods

North Dakota

Northeast North Dakota Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USND05)

Yu, Che (#), Grade: 8th
School: South Middle School
Project Title: Soil Moisture Prediction With Machine Learning

Ohio

Northeastern Ohio Science and Engineering Fair (USOH02)

Adavi, Sourya, Grade: 8th
School: Incarnate Word Academy
Project Title: The Sonic Shield — How Sound Technology Can Boost Firefighting Effectiveness

Dey, Archishman, Grade: 8th
School: Solon Middle School
Project Title: How Do Various PM2.5 Pollutants Affect Indoor Air Pollution?

University of Cincinnati Science and Engineering EXPO (USOH10)

Ghosh, Ishaan Raval, Grade: 8th
School: Plains Junior School
Project Title: Dispelling Myths About Food Insecurity Using Digital Tools

Oklahoma

Bartlesville District Science Fair (USOK02)

Kollati, Lishitha, Grade: 7th
School: Central Middle School
Project Title: Food Safe, Earth Safe!

Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair (USOK50)

Luter, Raegan, Grade: 8th
School: Morrison Junior High School
Project Title: The Value of Trust: Exploring Seller Reputation in Cattle Buyer Decisions

Shamhart, Karis, Grade: 8th
School: Madison Middle School
Project Title: Fireproof 3.0 Testing Synergistic Properties

Oregon

Beaverton-Hillsboro Science Expo (USOR04)

Dhananjay, Aditi, Grade: 7th
School: Stoller Middle School
Project Title: Low-Cost Spectroscope To Detect Microplastics in Water

Kamisetti, Sahasra, Grade: 7th
School: Stoller Middle School
Project Title: Hera: A Portable, Carbon Nanotube-Based Sensor for Rapid Air Contamination Detection

Tyler, Ellie, Grade: 8th
School: Whitford Middle School
Project Title: Hidden Consequences: The Neurobehavioral Effects of Artificial Food Dye Consumption

Northwest Science Expo (USOR50)

Kim, Eugene, Grade: 8th
School: Stoller Middle School
Project Title: Underground Inter-Plant Communication: The Role of Mycorrhizal Networks in Enhancing Plant Resilience to Rising Climates

Mittal, Anushi, Grade: 8th
School: Willamette Valley Academy
Project Title: NeuroPredict: From Brain Cell Type Predictions to Brain Disease Treatments

Ramirez, Josie, Grade: 8th
School: The Marylhurst School
Project Title: Song of the Soil: Soundscape Analysis Across Willamette Valley Ecosystems

Selleck-Castellanos, Sarah Victoria, Grade: 8th
School: International School of Beaverton
Project Title: Can an Affordable Option Be Designed To Make a Common Building Material, Such as Wood, More Resistant to Fire?

Pennsylvania

Delaware Valley Science Fairs (USPA03)

Basu, Rajika, Grade: 7th
School: Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School
Project Title: Asthma Alert: A Portable Device for Early Detection of Asthma Attacks

Cheruvu, Anisha, Grade: 7th
School: Tamanend Middle School
Project Title: Personalized ICU Patient Care Through a Digital Twin-Based Clinical Decision Support System

Khandhar, Kunal, Grade: 8th
School: William Allen Middle School
Project Title: pH Sensitive Microbeads for Targeted Therapeutic Delivery

Pittsburgh Regional Science & Engineering Fair (USPA04)

Krishnamurthy, Rishabh (#), Grade: 8th
School: Dorseyville Middle School
Project Title: Robots: Filling the Human Void

Sweterlitsch, Genevieve, Grade: 8th
School: Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts 6-12
Project Title: Finding Areas of Ionization Within the Eagle Nebula

York County Science and Engineering Fair (USPA06)

Warner, Abigail E., Grade: 8th
School: York Country Day School
Project Title: The Effect of Sleep Aids From Different Sources on Planaria (Dugesia tigrina) Behavior and Gene Expression

Puerto Rico

Humacao Regional Science Fair (TEPR05)

Cruz-Torres, Dariana Aeris, Grade: 8th
School: Francisco “Paco” Davila Specialized Bilingual School
Project Title: Power of Ferrofluid and Magnets To Allure Oil out of the Sea

Ponce Regional Science Fair (TEPR06)

Feliciano, Wileidy, Grade: 6th
School: Escuela Intermedia Rafael Irizarry Rivera
Project Title: Sustainable Bioplastic Based on Musa paradisiaca as an Alternative for Weed Control

Gonzalez-Thompson, Camila Isabel, Grade: 8th
School: Caribbean School
Project Title: Understanding IgG and IgM Seroprevalence of Dengue Virus in Southern Puerto Rico: A Key Step To Reduce Disease Burden

Rivera, Isaac Andres, Grade: 8th
School: Escuela Especializada en Ciencias
Project Title: The Effect of the Mixture of Capsicum annuum and Cinnamomum verum Extract as a Selective Herbicide in Inhibiting the Growth of Cynodon dactylon

SESO Regional Science Fair (TEPR10)

Acosta, Emma Rose, Grade: 8th
School: Southwestern Educational Society
Project Title: Compressive Strength of Concrete Mortar With Recycled Rubber Crumbs

Puerto Rico Metropolitan Science Fair (TEPR12)

Badía-Cortés, María Luisa, Grade: 7th
School: Academia del Perpetuo Socorro
Project Title: The Effect of Biostimulants Originated From Marine Algae on Insect Pests of “Ají Dulce” Grown in Home Gardening

Diaz, Alejandro, Grade: 8th
School: Robinson School
Project Title: Advancing Natural Pest Management: Evaluating Coconut Oil, Lemon Juice and Vitamins C and A as Effective Biocontrol Agents for Agricultural Applications

Gonzalez, Lia Camil, Grade: 8th
School: Colegio Rosa-Bell
Project Title: Evaluating the Effect of Spathodea campanulata (African Tulip) as an Ant Repellent To Protect Beehives

Iancu, Natalia, Grade: 8th
School: Robinson School
Project Title: Advancing Natural Pest Management: Evaluating Coconut Oil, Lemon Juice and Vitamins C and A as Effective Biocontrol Agents for Agricultural Applications

Rodriguez Cortes, Sebastian, Grade: 8th
School: Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola
Project Title: The Effect of Solar Cells on the Temperature, Humidity, and Photosynthetically Active Radiation in an Environment

Rosado, Milana Sofia, Grade: 8th
School: Colegio Puertorriqueño de Niñas
Project Title: Maglev Train

Teron Villodas, Anya Zahira, Grade: 8th
School: Colegio Rosa-Bell
Project Title: Evaluating the Effect of Spathodea campanulata (African Tulip) as an Ant Repellent To Protect Beehives

South Carolina

Piedmont South Carolina Region III Science Fair (USSC07)

Pennington, Nora Rae, Grade: 8th
School: Spartanburg Day School
Project Title: Using Computer Vision and Mobile Robotics To Detect and Collect Litter

South Dakota

Eastern South Dakota Science and Engineering Fair (USSD02)

Tummala, Sanhita, Grade: 8th
School: George S. Mickelson Middle School
Project Title: A Novel Self-Sustainable Kit To Combat Rural Vitamin A Deficiency During Pregnancy and Early Childhood

High Plains Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USSD03)

Gadhamshetty, Neha Sriveda, Grade: 7th
School: Southwest Middle School
Project Title: SMORES — Smart Materials for Better Recycling and Environmental Sustainability

Sage, Brady Ryan, Grade: 8th
School: Saint Thomas More Middle School
Project Title: Optimizing Driver Flight Distance and Accuracy

Texas

Beal Bank Dallas Regional Science and Engineering
Fair (USTX01)

Alinkil, Amelia, Grade: 8th
School: Daniel L Jones Middle School
Project Title: T Coronae Borealis (T CrB): A Comprehensive Visualization of Historical Light Curves, Spectral Trends, and Pre-Eruption Indicators for Enhanced Nova Outburst Prediction

Chattopadhyay, Anushka, Grade: 8th
School: Lawler Middle School
Project Title: Development of a pH-Responsive Hydrogel Mechanism for Cancer Detection & Triggered Drug Release through a Scaffold for Post-Bone Cancer Treatment

Henson, Cynthia Voleen, Grade: 8th
School: Sudie L. Williams Talented and Gifted Academy
Project Title: Bio-Styro: An Insulative, Biodegradable Alternative to Styrofoam

Iyer, Vidhyut, Grade: 7th
School: Nelson Middle School
Project Title: Building an Amphibious Drone That Can Traverse Both Aerial and Aquatic Environments Using a Deployable Buoy System

Jayanth, Nihal, Grade: 8th
School: Lawler Middle School
Project Title: Smart Medicine Pill Reminder System Using Arduino Uno R3, Load Cell and DS3231 RTC Module

Kuo, Matthew, Grade: 8th
School: Renner Middle School
Project Title: Factors Affecting Fuel Cell Energy Efficiency

Lega, Iliana Elizabeth, Grade: 8th
School: Homeschool
Project Title: Classifying Species of North Texas Mosquitoes Using Computer Vision

Lv, Terri Jensine, Grade: 7th
School: Rice Middle School
Project Title: Synthesis and Quantum Effect Desmos of the Superconductor YBa₂Cu₃O₇₋ₓ (YBCO)

Mahesh, Anya S, Grade: 7th
School: Pat and Catherine Fowler Middle School
Project Title: AI-Powered Nail Disease Detection Using Convolutional Neural Networks

Mathur, Aarav, Grade: 7th
School: Uplift North Hills Preparatory
Project Title: Guardians of the Flare: Biomedical Insights Into UV Protection and Skin Cancer Prevention

Mathur, Advay, Grade: 7th
School: Uplift North Hills Preparatory
Project Title: Guardians of the Flare: Biomedical Insights Into UV Protection and Skin Cancer Prevention

Savla, Rajveer, Grade: 8th
School: Rice Middle School
Project Title: Creating Environmentally Friendly Biodegradable Plastics Using Potato Peels

Swaminathan, Nikhitha, Grade: 8th
School: Ereckson Middle School
Project Title: Q-Safe: An Adaptive Lattice-Based Cryptographic Framework for Post-Quantum Security Using Kyber and FrodoKEM

Yerramsetti, Nilay Nagh, Grade: 7th
School: Nelson Middle School
Project Title: Building an Amphibious Drone That Can Traverse Both Aerial and Aquatic Environments Using a Deployable Buoy System

Fort Worth Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USTX03)

Lumbreras, Paola Sofia, Grade: 8th
School: Acton Middle School
Project Title: Investigating Natural Antioxidants as Protective Agents Against Alcohol and Nicotine-Induced Fetal Developmental Abnormalities

Rio Grande Valley Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USTX04)

Yadav, Shresth Kumar, Grade: 7th
School: South Texas Independent School District Preparatory Academy
Project Title: Predicting Wildfires Using Deep Learning and Remote Sensing

Science Engineering Fair of Houston (USTX05)

Ahsan, Myreen, Grade: 7th
School: Friendswood Junior High
Project Title: Computational Simulations of RNA-Based Aptamers Targeting Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR)+ Cells in Glioblastoma

Allen, Aria, Grade: 6th
School: Spring Branch Academic Institute
Project Title: Sticking to a Greener World: Finding a Suitable Replacement for Plastic Lollipop Sticks

Dave, Rishaan Amish, Grade: 8th
School: The Honor Roll School
Project Title: Waste to Watts: Harnessing Organic Waste for Sustainable Energy Using Microbial Fuel Cells

Erdem, Caroline, Grade: 7th
School: Seabrook Intermediate School
Project Title: Flying High

Gottipati, Anvitha, Grade: 8th
School: Quail Valley Middle School
Project Title: Development of a Home-Based, Stage-Specific Diagnostic Kit for the Detection of Protein Biomarkers To Enhance Diagnostic Capabilities and Improve Treatment Precision for Cancer

Huang, Serene, Grade: 8th
School: McCullough Junior High School
Project Title: From Trash to Treasure: Exploring Pectin Extraction From Watermelon Rinds

Jetti, Aditya, Grade: 8th
School: Quail Valley Middle School
Project Title: Development of a Home-Based, Stage-Specific Diagnostic Kit for the Detection of Protein Biomarkers To Enhance Diagnostic Capabilities and Improve Treatment Precision for Cancer

Nagel, Logan, Grade: 7th
School: Brookside Intermediate School
Project Title: Better Together? VAWT Spacing Analysis

Pohlkamp, Caden Terence, Grade: 7th
School: Brookside Intermediate School
Project Title: Is More Green Better? Does Littoral Vegetation Enhance Habitat Suitability of Local Retention Ponds?

Rajkumar, Diya, Grade: 8th
School: James and Sharon Tays Junior High School
Project Title: Computational Simulations of Antibody Binding to VAPB Receptors for Targeted Therapy in Medulloblastoma

Ram Kumar, Shruthi, Grade: 7th
School: Quail Valley Middle School
Project Title: Development of a Home-Based, Stage-Specific Diagnostic Kit for the Detection of Protein Biomarkers To Enhance Diagnostic Capabilities and Improve Treatment Precision for Cancer

Sisy, Adel, Grade: 7th
School: Homeschool
Project Title: TRAVA: Tandem Repeat Analysis and Visualization Atlas

Sufyan, Sarah, Grade: 6th
School: Brookside Intermediate School
Project Title: Go Green With Greywater!

Susarla, Jairam (#), Grade: 8th
School: The Honor Roll School
Project Title: TERTing the Tide: Repurposing FDA-Approved Therapeutics for Cancer Treatment

Unser, Rowan Walker, Grade: 6th
School: Creekside Park Junior High School
Project Title: Living Lightbulbs

Alamo Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USTX11)

Balakrishnan, Anahita, Grade: 7th
School: BASIS San Antonio Shavano Campus
Project Title: Supporting Sustainability: Developing and Testing BioFabrics From Alginate (Seaweed)

Gonzales, Maria Elena, Grade: 8th
School: Cuero Junior High School
Project Title: Efficacy of Mouthwash — Comparison of the Antibacterial Properties of Alcohol-Free Mouthwashes Against Oral Microbes: An In-Vitro Study

Rao, Nishka, Grade: 6th
School: BASIS San Antonio Shavano Campus
Project Title: Can We Predict Immunotherapy Outcomes in Cancer Patients? Exploring Gene Signatures

Tripathi, Adya (#), Grade: 7th
School: Jose M. Lopez Middle School
Project Title: A Novel Method of Using Sustainable Additives To Prevent Structural Collapse: Year 2

Greater Austin Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USTX13)

Anwansedo, Sharon, Grade: 8th
School: BASIS Pflugerville
Project Title: Investigating Genetic Mutations in Glioblastoma Multiforme: Understanding Tumor Progression and Identifying Targets for Effective Therapies

Hirsave, Arya (#), Grade: 7th
School: Canyon Vista Middle School
Project Title: Micro’fat’ories: Increasing Microalgal Biomass and Lipids for Biofuel Production

I., Alekya, Grade: 6th
School: Pearson Ranch Middle School
Project Title: Hydrolift: Walking With Power

Jamthe, Ishan, Grade: 7th
School: Pearson Ranch Middle School
Project Title: Hydrolift: Walking With Power

Kankanala, Abhinav, Grade: 6th
School: Walsh Middle School
Project Title: Which Farming Method Has More Phytochemical Content: Organic or Conventionally Grown?

Kanutala, Arjun, Grade: 6th
School: Walsh Middle School
Project Title: Which Farming Method Has More Phytochemical Content: Organic or Conventionally Grown?

Kaul, Anika, Grade: 6th
School: Pearson Ranch Middle School
Project Title: Hydrolift: Walking With Power

Lam, Toby, Grade: 7th
School: Long-View Micro School
Project Title: The Effect of Nintendo’s NES Tetris Theme Music and 28 Hertz High Beta-Frequency Binaural Beats on a 233 Hertz Carrier on Attention Span

Mehta, Pranshi, Grade: 7th
School: Canyon Vista Middle School
Project Title: Machine Learning-Mediated Computational Modeling of FK506-Binding Protein 12 (FKBP12)-Enhanced CAR T-Cell Therapy for Targeted Glioblastoma Treatment

Pal, Arin Sunil, Grade: 7th
School: BASIS Cedar Park
Project Title: Unmuddle the Water — Water Temperature and Chitosan Performance!

Saraf, Arnav (#), Grade: 8th
School: Canyon Vista Middle School
Project Title: The Ground Truth: A Novel Approach for Landslide Prediction With a Deep Learning Framework

Tanniru, Pranav, Grade: 6th
School: Walsh Middle School
Project Title: Which Farming Method Has More Phytochemical Content: Organic or Conventionally Grown?

Tapdiya, Ruchir, Grade: 8th
School: Canyon Vista Middle School
Project Title: Mathematics With Medicine: An Innovative Approach to Predicting and Mitigating Disease Spread, Enhancing Disease Diagnosis, and Optimizing Therapeutic Treatments and Pharmacokinetics Using Machine Learning and Mathematical Algorithms

Vazhkudai, Siddharth Sudharshan, Grade: 7th
School: Running Brushy Middle School
Project Title: AIM-BASE: AI-Integrated Model To Predict the Energy Consumption of Extra-Terrestrial Colonies

Coastal Bend Regional Science Fair (USTX15)

Kim, Aiden, Grade: 7th
School: Marvin Baker Middle School
Project Title: The Impact of Water Type, Alkalinity, and Current Input on Green Hydrogen Production Efficiency in Water Electrolysis

Texas Science and Engineering Fair (USTX50)

Adams, Katelyn Elizabeth, Grade: 8th
School: BASIS San Antonio Shavano Campus
Project Title: Impact of Phaseolus vulgaris (Red Silk Bean) Seed Priming on Drought Tolerance

Utah

North Davis Area Science and Engineering Fair (USUT01)

Butterfield, James, Grade: 7th
School: Centerville Junior High
Project Title: Exploring the Strength and Duration of Paramagnetic and Diamagnetic Forces Created at Home for Potential Practical Uses

Southern Utah Science and Engineering Fair (USUT02)

Sachatello, Sedona Steele, Grade: 8th
School: Vista School of Performing Arts and Technology
Project Title: Rain, Rain, Go Away

Weber Area Science and Engineering Fair (USUT03)

Chakraborty, Deep, Grade: 8th
School: Thomas Edison Charter School
Project Title: Detecting Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia Using Machine Learning

Central Utah STEM Fair (USUT04)

Damarla, Rohan None, Grade: 7th
School: Challenger School – Traverse Mountain
Project Title: The Effect of Different Types of Vertical Fins on the Amount of Electricity Produced

University of Utah Science and Engineering Fair (USUT05)

Gu, Ellianna, Grade: 7th
School: Wasatch Junior High
Project Title: Is Seeing Really Believing?: Can Humans Tell the Difference Between Reality and AI?

Jurynec, Mara, Grade: 6th
School: Churchill Junior High
Project Title: Fungal Fighters! Identifying Mushrooms That Have Antimicrobial Properties

Le, Vivian Phuong, Grade: 6th
School: Challenger School – Salt Lake
Project Title: Renewable Rays, Better Days

Mandiwal, Aashita (#), Grade: 8th
School: West High School
Project Title: Modeling Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Tumor Growth Using the Gompertz Differential Equation

Nagalingam, Aditi, Grade: 7th
School: West High School
Project Title: Fractal Analysis of Slime Mold Networks as a Cancer Vascularization Model

Harold W. & Helen M. Ritchey Science and Engineering Fair of Utah (USUT07)

Effendi, Fidel, Grade: 7th
School: Thomas Edison Charter School
Project Title: The Effect of Age and Frequency of Technology Use on the Ability To Differentiate Between Real and Artificial Intelligence Images

Hull, Elijah, Grade: 8th
School: Thomas Edison Charter School
Project Title: Flywheel & Faraday

Virginia

Northern Virginia Science and Engineering Fair (USVA01)

McNally, Lucy Olivia, Grade: 8th
School: Swanson Middle School
Project Title: The Effect of Type of Sea Wall on Milliliters of Water Splashed Over the Structure

Virginia Piedmont Regional Science Fair (USVA02)

Wells, Emily, Grade: 8th
School: Charlottesville Catholic School
Project Title: Put Your Phone Down and Eat!

Prince William-Manassas Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USVA06)

Hruska, Julia, Grade: 8th
School: Parkside Middle School
Project Title: Will Changing the Pitch of an Underwater Propeller Lower the Level of Sound It Produces?

Lu, Lily (#), Grade: 8th
School: Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle School
Project Title: Optimizing the Speed and Efficiency of an Electromagnetic Train

Tidewater Science and Engineering Fair (USVA09)

Li, Chelsea, Grade: 7th
School: Old Donation School
Project Title: Impact of Temperature on Lithium-Ion Battery Performance and a Flexible Insulation Solution

Greater Northern Virginia Science and Engineering Fair for Elementary and Middle School (USVA78)

Deshpande, Priya, Grade: 8th
School: Rachel Carson Middle School
Project Title: Invairo: Protecting Our Environment From Invasive Plants

Deshpande, Radhika, Grade: 8th
School: Rachel Carson Middle School
Project Title: Invairo: Protecting Our Environment From Invasive Plants

Jun, Adrian Hoyoung, Grade: 7th
School: Eagle Ridge Middle School
Project Title: Bio-Inspired Solar Panel Design

Kukreja, Riyanshi, Grade: 6th
School: Academy of Christian Education
Project Title: Talking Eyes: AI-Based Assistive Glasses for Object Detection, Text-to-Speech and Navigation for the Visually Impaired

Uppalapati, Bhavya, Grade: 7th
School: Rachel Carson Middle School
Project Title: RiFT: A Low-Cost, Rice Flour-Derived Trojan Horse Nanocarrier System for the Eradication of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Washington

Mid-Columbia Regional Science and Engineering Fair (USWA01)

Wang, Samuel Pan-Chen, Grade: 8th
School: Enterprise Middle School
Project Title: Multimodal Acoustic Frequency Modulation for Autonomous Fire Suppression: AI-Enhanced Spatiotemporal Mapping and Fire Dynamics Analysis

Washington State Science and Engineering Fair (USWA50)

Arvindh, Abhimanyu, Grade: 6th
School: Inglewood Middle School
Project Title: Leaping Lizards — That’s Cold, Mate!

Borate, Neel, Grade: 8th
School: Odle Middle School
Project Title: FindIt: A Novel AI-Powered Lost and Found

Devarajan, Vedika (#), Grade: 8th
School: Timberline Middle School
Project Title: Camels on Fire: Igniting the Future of Firefighter Safety With Biomimicry-Inspired PFAS-Free Turnout Gear

Malige, Vyan Manjunath, Grade: 7th
School: Summit Trail Middle School
Project Title: Implementation of Regenerative Electromagnetic Braking Systems in Gasoline Vehicles

Mandavilli, Laasya Priya, Grade: 7th
School: Maywood Middle School
Project Title: ThyroCARE: Enhancing Thyroid Cancer Prognostics Using Random Forest Models

Paul, Aaratrika, Grade: 8th
School: Inglewood Middle School
Project Title: ThyroCARE: Enhancing Thyroid Cancer Prognostics Using Random Forest Models

Shetty, Atharv, Grade: 6th
School: Summit Trail Middle School
Project Title: Implementation of Regenerative Electromagnetic Braking Systems in Gasoline Vehicles

Xue, Olivia, Grade: 6th
School: The Overlake School
Project Title: Tunerscope – A Standalone Device for Time-Series Analysis of Woodwind Instruments

Zeeshan, Ahmed, Grade: 8th
School: Homeschool
Project Title: AI-Sight: Early Detection of Eye Conditions With AI