Microbiology

J1301 Alexanian, Talar A. Grade 7, Los Angeles County

Does the Elapsed Time of Crushed Garlic Have an Effect on Bacterial Inhibition? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Anahid Kazarians
School: Chamlian (Vahan & Anoush) Armenian School, Glendale

J1302 Bhaskar, Brian N. Grade 7, Monterey County

Dare to Share Your Water: A Study of Bacteria in Backwash Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Thomas Schmottlach
School: Santa Catalina (Upper and Lower) School, Monterey

J1303 Bhat, Sudarshan (Sudi) Grade 7, Santa Clara County

The Antiseptic Power of Vinegar Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Francis Lee
School: Miller (Joaquin) Middle School, San Jose

J1304 Brockett, Phillip M. Grade 8, Kern County

How Effective Is the School's Disinfectant During the Day? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Ana Williams
School: Standard Middle School, Bakersfield

J1305 Chen, Christiana Y. Grade 6, Fresno County

The Distribution of Xylella fastidiosa Through a Grapevine Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Jianchi Chen
School: Maple Creek Elementary, Fresno

J1306 Chooljian, Connor C. Grade 6, Fresno County

Comparing Different Fruit Pastes as a Preservative in Baked Goods Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Russell
School: Wash (John S.) Elementary School, Fresno

J1307 Dendle, Julia M. Grade 7, San Diego County

Category Award
Antibacterial Products: Do They Work, and Is This a Good Thing? Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Patrick Braun
School: Blessed Sacrament Elementary School, San Diego

J1308 Kenoyer, Danielle R. Grade 6, Placer County

Which Soap Prevents Bacteria Growth Best? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Don Scott
School: Cain (E.V.) Middle School, Auburn

J1308 Downen, Kalan N. Grade 6, Placer County

Which Soap Prevents Bacteria Growth Best? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Don Scott
School: Cain (E.V.) Middle School, Auburn

J1309 Dreszer, Taras B. Grade 7, Santa Cruz County

The Art of Brewing Hydrogen: Improving Gas Yield of Hydrogen-Producing Bacteria Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Matthew Knope
School: Kirby (Georgiana Bruce) Preparatory High Sch, Santa Cruz

J1310 Garza, Josiah J. Grade 6, San Benito County

Algae -N- Detergent Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Demetri Stamm
School: San Juan Elementary School, San Juan Bautista

J1311 Girard, Carlyn J. Grade 8, Humboldt County

Category Award
Karuk Antibiotics Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Josephine Peters
School: Jacoby Creek Elementary School, Bayside

J1312 Griffith, Benjamin J. Grade 6, Kern County

Bacteria Wars Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Peggy Greenfield
School: Stockdale Christian School, Bakersfield

J1313 Hammerly, Thomas J., Jr. Grade 8, Imperial County

Wash Your Hands Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Jesus Martinez
School: St. Mary's Catholic School, El Centro

J1314 Hodges, Ivan G. Grade 7, Fresno County

Determining Which Area of a Local Playplace Has the Most Bacteria Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Edward Case
School: Washington Academic Middle School, Sanger

J1315 Izsak, Celine Grade 7, Riverside County

Save Our Seas 3 Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Denise Aguanno
School: Cree (Raymond) Middle School, Palm Springs

J1316 Johnston, Ross C. Grade 7, Santa Cruz County

To Bloom or Not To Bloom? Is Iron the Key Nutrient in the Growth Rate of Phytoplankton? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. James Rohan
School: Mount Madonna School, Watsonville

J1317 Keefe, Morgan S. Grade 8, San Diego County

Category Award
The Use of Alloplastic Implants as Antibiotic Delivery Devices in Facial Reconstructive Surgery Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Michael Keefe
School: Warren Walker School, San Diego

J1318 Krulisky, Katie C. Grade 8, Los Angeles County

What Are You Stepping Into? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Midge Kimble
School: Flintridge Preparatory School, La Canada Flintridge

J1319 Lawson, Jordan R. Grade 7, Orange County

Which Method of Handwashing Removes the Most Bacteria? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Roy Center
School: Costa Mesa High School, Costa Mesa

J1320 Leads, Sarah J. Grade 8, Santa Barbara County

Superbugs Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Paul Sperry
School: Carpinteria Middle School, Carpinteria

J1321 Madabhushi, Anirudh G. Grade 8, Riverside County

Do Spices Affect the Growth of Bacteria? Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Eric Olson
School: Dartmouth Middle School, Hemet

J1322 McCloskey, Adam Z. Grade 6, San Bernardino County

Bacteria Fighting Silver Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Steve McCloskey
School: Palm Avenue Elementary School, San Bernardino

J1323 Minner, Mara A. Grade 7, Kern County

Effect of Temperature on Gas Production of Active Dry Yeast and Rapid Rise Yeast Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Heather Burt
School: Warren (Earl) Junior High School, Bakersfield

J1324 Momand, Marjon Y. Grade 8, Los Angeles County

New Antibiotic from the Mold Trichothecium Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Stephanie Richardson
School: Ridgecrest Intermediate School, Rancho Palos Verdes

J1325 Munden, Alyx D. Grade 8, Kern County

Algae and Acid Rain Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Eric Sands
School: Fruitvale Junior High School, Bakersfield

J1326 Nelson, Nicholas C. Grade 7, Fresno County

Microbe Levels in Almonds Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Piercy
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis

J1327 Palmer, Lauren E. Grade 7, San Mateo County

Drool and Saliva: Is a Dog's Mouth Cleaner than a Human's? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. William Dolyniuk
School: Woodside Elementary School, Woodside

J1328 Patterson, Aaron M. Grade 8, Fresno County

Determining the Relationships between Spoilage Rate and the Dehydration of Fruit Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Edward Case
School: Washington Academic Middle School, Sanger

J1329 Planutis, Andryus K. Grade 8, Orange County

The Mystery of Stubborn Milk: What Factors Can Inhibit the Fermentation of Milk? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Julie Chang
School: Vista Verde School, Irvine

J1330 Roller, William C. Grade 7, San Mateo County

Are You Chicken? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Julie Minogue
School: St. Pius X Elementary School, Redwood City

J1331 Smith, Lisa Grade 8, Santa Barbara County

Yeast: Good, Bad, or Worse? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Marchetti
School: La Colina Junior High School, Santa Barbara

J1332 Stahnke, William J. Grade 8, Los Angeles County

Nutrient or Pollutant: How Do Changes in Nutrient Loading Affect Algae Growth and Water Quality? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. T. Chiang
School: Dodson (Rudecinda Sepulveda) Middle School, Rancho Palos Verdes

J1333 Tom, Amanda A. Grade 6, Ventura County

The Toothbrush Danger Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Heather Miller
School: Pinecrest Elementary School, Thousand Oaks

J1334 Tripp, Lisa A. Grade 7, Kern County

Eliminating Microorganisms through Handwashing Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Carol Turpin
School: St. John's Lutheran School, Bakersfield

J1335 Tromba, Isabella M. Grade 7, Santa Cruz County

Chlorella Algae and the Attack of the Fertilizers Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Darrell Steely
School: Pacific Collegiate School, Santa Cruz

J1335 Tromba, Lara V. Grade 7, Santa Cruz County

Chlorella Algae and the Attack of the Fertilizers Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Darrell Steely
School: Pacific Collegiate School, Santa Cruz

J1337 Wight, Robert C.S., II Grade 8, San Diego County

Category Award
Bacterial Activity in Fresh and Frozen Human Milk as Compared to Cow's Milk and Baby Formula Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Wight
School: Warren Walker School, San Diego

J1338 Witt, Audrey L. Grade 6, Ventura County

The Effect of Lalvin Champagne Yeast on Carbonation and Taste of Home-Brewed Root Beer Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Linda Witt
School: Trinity Pacific Christian School, Thousand Oaks

J1339 Wolf, Adam L. Grade 7, Los Angeles County

Living in a Martian Atmosphere: First Steps towards the Terraforming of Mars Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Wolf
School: St. Paul the Apostle School, Los Angeles

J1340 Wosen, Jonathan E. Grade 8, San Diego County

Bandages and Bacteria Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Jeff Major
School: Preuss School, La Jolla

J1341 Zimmerman, Hannah N. Grade 8, Santa Barbara County

The Effect of Non-Antibacterial and Antibacterial Cleansers on E. coli, P. aeruginosa, and S. aureus Growth Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Ron Pembleton
School: La Colina Junior High School, Santa Barbara