Materials Science

J1001 Affinito, Michael H. Grade 7, Sacramento County
Wood Strength
Advisor: Mr. James Makarczyk
School: St. John's Evangelist, Carmichael
J1002 Berry, Jenna M. Grade 7, Mendocino County
Wattages and Wool
Advisor: Ms. Louann Talbert
School: Laytonville Middle School, Laytonville
J1003 Carr, Sarah M. Grade 8, Tulare County
What Organic Material Works as the Best Insulation Against Heat Travel?
Advisor: Mr. Dave Roebuck
School: Green Acres Middle School, Visalia
J1003 Hutmacher, Allison J. Grade 8, Tulare County
What Organic Material Works as the Best Insulation Against Heat Travel?
Advisor: Mr. Dave Roebuck
School: Green Acres Middle School, Visalia
J1004 Christian, Kelly N. Grade 7, Kern County
The Effect of Antacid Brand on the Neutralization of an Acidic Meal
Advisor: Mrs. Mariza Martinez
School: Jefferson (Thomas) Middle School, Wasco
J1005 Creveling, Kristine M. Grade 7, San Diego County
Can Foam Be Used to Make Structural Light Weight Concrete?
Advisor: Mrs. Gretchen Taylor
School: Hillsdale Middle School, El Cajon
J1006 Espanola, Sophia-Danica G. Grade 7, San Mateo County
The Roof Is On Fire
Advisor: Ms. Darlene Schwarz
School: All Souls Catholic Elementary School, South San Francisco
J1007 Evans, Lindsy M. Grade 7, Tuolumne County
Which "Wood" It Be?
Advisor: Ms. Zana Vaccarezza
School: Curtis Creek School, Standard
J1008 Fesunoff, Alexandra N. Grade 8, Riverside County
Improving Recycled Paper
Advisor: Ms. Brooks
School: Chemawa Middle School, Riverside
J1009 Finkel, Allison M. Grade 8, San Diego County
Lead in Candy: A Poor Mix
Advisor: Mr. Charles Applegate
School: Hill Creek Elementary School, Santee
J1010 Fong, Julia C. Grade 8, Ventura County
Paper Chromatography
Advisor: Mr. Roger Newell
School: Medea Creek Middle School, Agoura
J1011 Hubbard, Alex J. Grade 6, Fresno County
Radiant Barriers
Advisor: Mrs. Jennifer Santos
School: Cole Elementary School, Clovis
J1012 Jaska, Nick R. Grade 7, San Bernardino County
Don't Burn the Baby
Advisor: Mrs. Mary Fischl
School: St. Timothy's Episcopal School, Apple Valley
J1013 Jenkins, Joelle H. Grade 6, Santa Clara County
UV Light and Sunscreen
Advisor: Mrs. Vee Zabala
School: San Martin Gwinn, San Martin
J1014 Marsile, Joshua C. Grade 6, Riverside County
Does Antifreeze Really Work?
Advisor: Ms. Jennifer Wagner
School: Crossroad Christian School, Corona
J1014 Jern, Ryan M. Grade 6, Riverside County
Does Antifreeze Really Work?
Advisor: Ms. Jennifer Wagner
School: Crossroad Christian School, Corona
J1015 Nelson, Danielle Grade 7, Fresno County
Paint Permeability Analysis: What Paint Best Protects Against Moisture?
Advisor: Mr. David Piercy
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis
J1015 Jundt, Natasha N. Grade 7, Fresno County
Paint Permeability Analysis: What Paint Best Protects Against Moisture?
Advisor: Mr. David Piercy
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis
J1016 Karcher, Kathryn J. Grade 7, Kern County
"Rain" of Destruction: A Study of Acid Rain and Its Effects on Surfaces Sealed with Paint
Advisor: Ms. Kim Weins
School: Actis (O.J.) Junior High School, Bakersfield
J1017 Kibrick, Jonathan C. Grade 8, Santa Cruz County
Don't Give Me Any Static: The Static Potential of Flooring and Clothing Materials
Advisor: Mr. Darrell Steely
School: Pacific Collegiate School, Santa Cruz
J1018 Lam, Katrina H. Grade 8, San Francisco County
Enzymes: The Miracle Cleaner
Advisor: Mrs. Melinda Hom
School: Cornerstone Academy, San Francisco
J1019 Lampman, Colleen A. Grade 8, San Luis Obispo County
Electrolytes in Sports Drinks
Advisor: Ms. Wendy McKeown
School: Atascadero Junior High School, Atascadero
J1020 Lentz, Kari L. Grade 7, Humboldt County
Savings Watts
Advisor: Mr. Steve Wartburg
School: Winship Junior High School, Eureka
J1021 Levrault, Clara R. Grade 8, Riverside County
Keeping Cool
Advisor: Ms. Sharon Deady
School: La Quinta Middle School, La Quinta
J1022 Lunas, Haleigh E. Grade 6, Mendocino County
What Type of Baby Clothes Are Most Flame Resistant?
Advisor: Mrs. Chris Thudium
School: St. Mary of the Angels, Ukiah
J1023 Magulac, Anna L. Grade 8, San Diego County
Which Solution Removes Stickers Best?
Advisor: Ms. Amanda West
School: Marshall (Thurgood) Middle School, San Diego
J1024 Merala, Dan T. Grade 8, San Mateo County
What Type of Material Insulates Best?
Advisor: Ms. Robin Lise-Nielsen
School: Central Middle School, San Carlos
J1025 Nelson, Dacia A. Grade 7, Fresno County
Ashes to Ashes: Will Ash "Supercharge" Insecticide?
Advisor: Mrs. Diane McCallum
School: Quail Lake Charter School, Clovis
J1026 Nguyen, Anthony T. Grade 7, Orange County
What Lies Beneath Your Walls: Thermal Insulation
Advisor: Mr. Roy Kaleikau
School: Fairmont Private Junior High School, Anaheim
J1027 North, Robin R. Grade 8, Humboldt County
Fired Clay Porosity and Weather Resistance
Advisor: Mr. Scott North
School: Pacific Union School, Arcata
J1028 Reinhart, Ashley M. Grade 6, Fresno County
Comparing the Clarity of Fingerprints that have been Lifted Off of Different Types of Surfaces
Advisor: Mr. David Russell
School: Wash (John S.) Elementary School, Fresno
J1029 Ressmeyer, Katie E. Grade 8, San Diego County
How Are Black and White Films Affected by Color Contrast?
Advisor: Ms. Elaine Gillum
School: Marshall (Thurgood) Middle School, San Diego
J1030 Santino, Hazel L. Grade 6, Humboldt County
The Burn-o-Matic 2001
Advisor: Mr. Jeff Self
School: Washington Elementary School, Eureka
J1031 Schaidt, Braden N. Grade 6, Riverside County
Killer Carpet Cleaner
Advisor: Mrs. Bernice Gray
School: Palm Middle School, Moreno Valley
J1032 Schaller, Craig S. Grade 8, San Diego County
The Effects of Temperature on the Adhesive Qualities of Tape
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas
J1033 Steele, Benjamin C. Grade 7, Ventura County
Sunscreens! The Water Resistance of Ultraviolet Sunscreens
Advisor: Mr. Troy Labnow
School: Medea Creek Middle School, Agoura
J1034 Tooley, Kathleen C. Grade 7, Madera County
Which Wood Sealant Works Best?
Advisor: Mrs. Laura DaSilva
School: Jefferson (Thomas) Middle School, Madera
J1035 Vavra, Cindy J. Grade 8, San Diego County
Is Your House Made of the Strongest Bricks?
Advisor: Mr. Bruce Peterson
School: Rincon Middle School, Escondido
J1036 Waters, Matthew R. Grade 8, San Mateo County
Which of These Insulating Materials Has the Least Thermal Conductivity: Cotton, Wool, Silk, Neoprene, or Capilene?
Advisor: Mr. Richard Dallara
School: Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Redwood City
J1037 White, Zach S. Grade 7, Ventura County
Bugged Out! Insect/Filth Contamination in Canned Food
Advisor: Ms. Donna McDaniel
School: Colina Intermediate School, Thousand Oaks
J1038 Yamamoto, Kyle T. Grade 7, Fresno County
Insulating Clothing vs. Cold Weather: Which Insulating Clothing Material Is Most Effective?
Advisor: Mrs. Barbara Hansen
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis
J1039 Ziadeh, Bassam M. Grade 8, Santa Clara County
Flame Resistant vs. Non-Flame Resistant Fabrics
Advisor: Dr. Lian Jeeawoody
School: Granada Islamic School, Santa Clara
J1099 Rosso, Patrick D. Grade 7, Santa Cruz County
Noise Buster: How Effective Are Commonly Used Building Materials in Blocking Sound?
Advisor: Mr. George Merilatt
School: Gateway Middle School, Santa Cruz


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