Anthony Dinglasan, Year 2 Research Abstract This project determined whether microwaving sweet potatoes, bananas, and eggs will affect the nutritional quality of food. To accomplish this, the experiment tested for the starch, sugar/glucose, and protein qualities of different foods before and after several microwave heat intervals. Several solutions including iodine, benedict, and biuret solutions were used […]

Megan Wang, Year 2 Research Abstract Although the skin microbiome is similar amongst individuals, certain factors, such as the type of skincare applied, can alter its composition. This study aims to understand how common skincare ingredients, such as Vitamin C, retinol, and resveratrol affect yeast growth, a common fungus located on the skin. Through the […]

Davan Mulligan, Year 2 Research Abstract Plastic pollution is a growing problem the world faces, as it litters our world and natural environment. Plastic is used in many people’s daily lives and has many uses and applications. In this project, starch bases were compared in production of eco-friendly biodegradable plastic substitutes. Cornstarch, wheat starch, potato […]

Angela Hu, Year 3 Abstract Urbanization has led to changing population and disease dynamics. The use of mathematical models can guide health experts and policy makers in combatting disease spread specific to the needs of rural regions and urban cities. In this paper, three mathematical models, each comparing urban vs. rural regions, are developed to […]

Athena Cai, Year 3 Abstract Machine learning through the SINDy approach has the potential to discover governing differential equations of highly complex fluid dynamics systems. This approach was applied to the combustion reaction that occurs when a lit match is dropped into a jug with its inner surfaces coated in isopropyl alcohol for the purpose […]

Jessie Liu, Year 2 Research Abstract When the coronavirus first broke out, people began to create their own hand sanitizers through tutorials as store-bought hand sanitizers ran out. Most tutorials propose the addition of external ingredients, yet, there is little research of whether they prove to be effective. Consequently, the shortage of these products can […]

Michelle Liu, Year 2 Research Abstract Scientific dental biofilm research is vital to improving dental care. However, it is challenging to extract dental biofilms from patients’ teeth. Pseudomonas fluorescens was grown on a 24-well plate in liquid colonies, and acetic acid was applied to the colonies in varying amounts. The amount of biofilm in each […]

Niko Stratopoulos, Year 2 Engineering Abstract As we continue to increase our electricity usage, and struggle to switch to clean, renewable energy sources, it is becoming imperative that we reduce electricity wastage as much as possible. One aspect of electricity wastage that is currently being tackled is lighting, with smart light systems that mainly utilize […]

Kai Cho, Year 3 Abstract CPR is one of the most effective and quickest responses for First Aid. In general, the process is very simple for trained and certified emergency responders or lifeguards. However, under stress or fear, or due to the lack of two trained professionals required by law, the chances of CPR being […]

Fifi Zhao, Year 2 Research Abstract Infographics are becoming ever-increasingly important in the transmission and collection of information, especially in the digital age. This study investigated adolescents’ evaluation of several infographics through an anonymous survey and asked them to rate their level of awareness and motivation for the social cause of food insecurity in BC. […]