Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

J1101 Balikian, Chelsea A. Grade 7, Ventura County

Perfect Polish Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Phyllis Stender
School: Bethany Christian School, Thousand Oaks

J1102 Blake, Faith E. Grade 7, Orange County

The Toothpaste that Whitens Stains the Best: Aquafresh, Rembrandt, Tom's, or Ultra Brite Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Nancy Driscoll
School: Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, Irvine

J1103 Boyd, Colleen T. Grade 6, San Benito County

Sound Barrier Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Demetri Stamm
School: San Juan Elementary School, San Juan Bautista

J1104 Bunn, Andrea L. Grade 7, San Diego County

A Comparison of the Flammabilities of Roofing Materials Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas

J1105 Cawelti, Ian B. Grade 8, Monterey County

Regular Wood vs. Recycled Wood Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Dianne Begbie
School: Colton (Walter) Middle School, Monterey

J1106 Cleary, Rachel A. Grade 7, San Diego County

Which Hand Cleanser Has the Most Antibacterial Effect? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Cindy Skraby
School: St. Francis of Assisi School, Vista

J1107 Constance, Shelby L. Grade 6, Fresno County

Determining if the Application of a Sun Protection Factor to Fabric Can Increase Its Ability to Block UV Radiation Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Russell
School: Wash (John S.) Elementary School, Fresno

J1108 Curry, Jim A. Grade 8, San Diego County

A Comparison of Cost, Heat Output, and Particulate Emissions in Artificial Logs vs. Ordinary Wood Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas

J1109 David, Nicholas J. Grade 8, San Mateo County

Mouthwash and Halitosis: Do Mouthwashes Really Work as Advertised? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Nathan Stump
School: Good Shepherd School, Pacifica

J1109 Eggen, Brendan C. Grade 8, San Mateo County

Mouthwash and Halitosis: Do Mouthwashes Really Work as Advertised? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Nathan Stump
School: Good Shepherd School, Pacifica

J1110 DePonte, Katherine S. Grade 7, San Diego County

Which Keeps Food Coldest: Ice Cubes, Blocks, or Ice Substitutes? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas

J1111 Ezell, Brice W. Grade 6, Kern County

What Substance Melts Ice Most Efficiently? Project Abstract
Advisor: Miss Carrie Goldsmith
School: Olive Knolls Christian School, Bakersfield

J1112 Fieschko, Christopher J. Grade 7, Ventura County

Effect of Disinfectants on the Growth of Soil Microorganisms Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. James Weir
School: Carden Conejo School, Westlake Village

J1113 Fisher, Abby S. Grade 7, San Bernardino County

The Hair Pull Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Sam Patalano
School: Moore Middle School, Redlands

J1114 Folli, Ryan L. Grade 7, Orange County

Indigestion: Choosing an Antacid Based on Strength Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Judy Keneipp
School: St. Anne School, Laguna Niguel

J1115 Foo, Fritz Grade 8, San Bernardino County

Project S.T.A.T: Scotch Tape, Adhesion, and Temperature Project Abstract
Advisor: <none acknowledged>
School: Kucera (Ethel M.) Middle School, Rialto

J1116 Gibbs, Samuel E. Grade 6, Fresno County

Investigating How Different Fibers Will Inhibit Bacterial Growth Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Russell
School: Wash (John S.) Elementary School, Fresno

J1117 Harp, Tyler R. Grade 8, San Bernardino County

The Effects of Laundry Products on Flame-Retardant Sleepwear Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Theresa Hoggard
School: Golden Valley Middle School, San Bernardino

J1118 Henderson, Travis J. Grade 8, Kern County

Category Award
Air Filtration HEPA Filter: Is It Worth It? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Kenelee Henderson
School: Greenfield Junior High School, Bakersfield

J1119 Herndon, Taylor A. Grade 7, Kern County

How Well Is Your Water? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Brenda Kirby
School: Rio Bravo-Greeley School, Bakersfield

J1120 Hussein, Mahdi I., Jr. Grade 8, San Diego County

Economic Wax Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Hanan Deeb
School: Islamic School of San Diego, San Diego

J1121 Ilitzky, David Grade 8, San Diego County

Sunblocked? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Julie Reynolds
School: San Diego (Soille) Hebrew Day School, San Diego

J1122 Injeyan, Ari A. Grade 7, Los Angeles County

Controlling Properties of Composite Materials Using Nanoparticles Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Hagop Injeyan
School: Chamlian (Vahan & Anoush) Armenian School, Glendale

J1123 Jundt, Kristen J. Grade 7, Fresno County

Concrete Moisture Migration Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Piercy
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis

J1124 Kadar, Zachary J. Grade 7, Riverside County

Biodegradable Plastic Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Germaine
School: Auburndale Intermediate School, Corona

J1125 Kocher, Kevin R. Grade 7, Mendocino County

Radiation Resistance Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Erin Vaccaro
School: Willits Charter School, Willits

J1126 Magill, Nathaniel J. Grade 7, Nevada County

Quality of Packing Material Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Steve Tassone
School: Mount Saint Mary's Academy, Grass Valley

J1127 McCauley, Jayne S.L. Grade 8, Tulare County

Do Four 25 Watt Light Bulbs = One 100 Watt Light Bulb? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Gregory Storseth
School: St. Paul's Middle School, Visalia

J1128 Mendoza, Aaron M. Grade 7, Fresno County

The Effectiveness of Different Fabric Materials in Preventing the Passage of Micro-particles? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Twila Young
School: Sanger Academy Charter School, Sanger

J1129 Morgan, Daniel W. Grade 8, Modoc County

Which Wood Burns the Longest? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Sally Clark
School: Modoc Middle School, Alturas

J1130 Nelson, Marcus L. Grade 7, San Diego County

Does Hair Type Affect Hair Hygrometer Results? Project Abstract
Advisor: Miss Kathryn Ducharme
School: Carlton Hills School, Santee

J1131 Neuhaus, Katherine M. Grade 7, Monterey County

Naturally Colorful Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Tom Schmottlach
School: Santa Catalina (Upper and Lower) School, Monterey

J1132 Ochoa, Ernesto M. Grade 6, Riverside County

Category Award
Viscosity of Oil Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Manuel Martinez
School: John Kelley School, Thermal

J1132 Reyes-Ramirez, Edgar Grade 6, Riverside County

Category Award
Viscosity of Oil Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Manuel Martinez
School: John Kelley School, Thermal

J1133 Prewitt, Matthew E. Grade 8, Kern County

Mono or Fluoro? Which Fishing Line (Monofilament or Fluorocarbon) Will Have the Higher Tensile Strength? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. William Plain
School: Fruitvale Junior High School, Bakersfield

J1134 Purdy, Ryan N. Grade 8, San Diego County

Get More Miles from Your Gas Tank Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Marcia Halpern
School: Muirlands Middle School, La Jolla

J1135 Reist, Jocelyn H. Grade 7, Orange County

Category Award
The Effectiveness of Preservatives in Homemade Dog Treats Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Robert Grant
School: Pegasus Middle School, Huntington Beach

J1136 Rocha, Mark A. Grade 8, Fresno County

Slip and Fall: Determining the Most Effective Non-Slip Surface, A Two-Year Study Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Carl Gong
School: Washington Academic Middle School, Sanger

J1137 Ross, Cody J. Grade 8, Orange County

Category Award
Do You Smell What Soy Is Cooking? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Noreen Williams
School: Fairmont Private Junior High School, Anaheim

J1138 Sailer, Zachary R. Grade 7, Riverside County

The Aging of Fruits and Vegetables and Ways to Slow It Down Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Steve Kinney
School: Woodcrest Christian School, Riverside

J1139 Schisler, Laura J. Grade 7, San Diego County

Which Fabric Type Bonds Best with Fiber Reactive Dyes? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Diane Hamilton
School: Rio Seco Elementary School, Santee

J1140 Van Dorn, Tamara J. Grade 7, Riverside County

Which Bubble Solution Produces Bubbles that Last the Longest? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Barbara Matiluch
School: Jurupa Middle School, Riverside

J1141 Van Voorhis, Jeffrey A. Grade 8, San Diego County

Effects of Cameras, Eye Color, and Lighting on "Red-Eye" Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas

J1142 Viramontes, Lily C. Grade 7, Mendocino County

Killing Germs in the House Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Laura Viramontes
School: Willits Charter School, Willits

J1143 Wandro, Stephen J. Grade 6, San Mateo County

Sound Barriers Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Kathleen Ronquillo
School: St. Charles School, San Carlos

J1144 Wilson, Julia B. Grade 7, San Diego County

Weed Killers: Effectiveness and Harm to the Environment Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Melissa Lu
School: Holy Family School, San Diego

J1145 Zeidler, Lauren A. Grade 8, San Diego County

Generic vs. Brand Name Light Bulbs: A Bright Idea? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas