Janee Olivia Yeak — Year 2, Applied Science Abstract Music has been long shaped by water, from early hydraulic instruments to modern installations that transform the falling rain into sound. Inspired by such works, this design project explores the creation of a rain-powered instrument that uses raindrop impacts to strike resonating bars. Four xylophone-like prototypes […]
Attack on Yeast: The Antioxidant Effects of Anti-Carcinogenic Plant Extracts on Baker’s Yeast Under Stress for Cancer-Modelling
Riya Kumar — Year 2, Life Science Abstract This study investigated the potential protective effects of natural antioxidant extracts against oxidative stress using the eukaryotic model organism Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Plant-derived compounds such as green tea extract, turmeric, and vitamin C have been widely studied for their antioxidant and anticancer properties due to their ability to […]
Using Electrical Oscillations to Distinguish Between Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas putida, and Bacillus cereus
Michaela Herout — Year 2, Life Science Abstract Electrical oscillations are found within bacteria species and offer a non-invasive method for monitoring bacterial activity that is more reliable than visual identification. This study researched whether voltage, current, and resistance across Escherichia coli (E. coli), Pseudomonas putida (P. putida), and Bacillus cereus (B. cereus), exhibit distinct […]
Evaluating the Stacking Potential and Efficiency of Ocimum basilicum-Grown Plant Microbial Fuel Cells
Niharika Yadav — Year 2, Life Science Abstract This study evaluated the stacking potential and efficiency of Ocimum basilicum-grown plant microbial fuel cells (PMFCs) under series and parallel configurations. Ten PMFCs were constructed using identical soil and basil plants. Voltage outputs were measured across increasing numbers of PMFCs in both configurations. In the series circuit, […]
Smart Locker Ventilation: An Anti-Mold Prototype for Micro-Environments
Aarav Sharma — Year 2, Applied Science Abstract: High relative humidity in school lockers, specifically in the temperate rainforest climate of Metro Vancouver, creates an ideal environment for mold growth, posing health and hygiene risks to students. This project addresses the lack of portable ventilation solutions for small locker compartments with no live power. While […]
Biodata Sonification of Aloe Vera Plants
Krystyn Kurzyna — Year 2, Life Science Abstract Biosonification, the conversion of biological signals into audible sounds, has been explored as a new medium for artistic and musical pursuits. However, little is known about its potential scientific applications. It promises to be a non-invasive, cost-effective method of measurement. This experiment explores the use of biosonification, […]