Sponsoring the GKCSEF is a unique opportunity to support our community’s future. As a sponsor, you also reach thousands of your potential workforce—students, teachers, and parents.
Your support of the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair fosters an environment that challenges students to engage in critical thinking and problem solving. These skills that are crucial to the future — ours and theirs.
Sponsorship opportunities range from small scholarships to featured sponsorships and are vital to the continued success of the GKCSEF.
LETTER FROM LEADERSHIP
Welcome to milestone year of the Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair.
Your internationally awarded science center, Science City, is proud to continue a tradition that began 75 years ago with Midwest Research Institute’s President & CEO Dr. Charles Kimball.
Now MRI Global — the Fair’s Presenting Sponsor — carries on Dr. Kimball’s rich tradition of encouraging STEM-minded students to explore their potential and exceed expectations.
The Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair reaches hundreds of educators, students, and families across our community. Research shows that project-based learning builds the critical skills needed for success in both career and civic life — making it an essential part of STEM education.
Through their investigations and research projects, students don’t just learn about science and engineering—they actively practice it. Science education is central to our mission, and we know how vital experiences like this are in empowering the next generation of innovators.
Student-led discovery has the power to create real impact. With the support of our partners, sponsors, and families, Science City continues to grow as a national leader in hands-on STEM education. The Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair gives more students the opportunity to dream boldly—and bring their ideas to life.
“The future belongs to those who learn more skills and combine them in creative ways.” — Robert Greene
We are honored to partner with you in championing the next generation of STEM innovators —students whose potential is limited only by their imagination.
The future is theirs. And the future starts now.
Ray Kowalik Board Chairman
George Guastello President & CEO
OVERVIEW & HISTORY
Science City at Union Station is proud to celebrate the 75th Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair, a longstanding tradition dedicated to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in students across our region. For 75 years, the Fair has played a vital role in helping our community grow a strong, science-, technology-, engineering-, and math-literate (STEM) workforce. This milestone year marks several exciting expansions of the Fair. For the first time, we welcome 3rd grade students into the Intermediate Division, opening the door to hands-on scientific exploration at an even earlier age. As part of the 75th anniversary celebration, the Fair will also be open to the public on Saturday of Fair Week, inviting families, educators, and community members to experience student innovation firsthand. In addition, a special History Walk exhibit will guide visitors through the last 7.5 decades of the Fair, highlighting memorable moments, milestones, and the enduring impact of student-driven discovery on the Kansas City community and beyond.
Students in grades 3 - 12 from public, private, parochial, charter and home schools in 15 counties in and around the KC metro area are eligible to participate in the
History
Early in 1952 the Kansas City Museum, under the direction of Charles Wilder and The Kansas City Star, sponsored the first science fair in Kansas City. It was held at the Kansas City Museum from April 19 to April 25, 1952, and attracted 11,000 visitors. At that time, each exhibit was entered into just one of three categories: physical sciences, physiographical sciences, or biological sciences. The fair was managed by the museum staff and volunteers. Chief judge of the exhibits was Leo J. Roedl, who later became executive director of Science Pioneers. There were 393 exhibits on display.
C. G. “Pete” Wellington, executive editor of The Kansas City Star, and sponsor of the first Greater Kansas City Science Fair, in 1952. (Photo courtesy of The Kansas City Star.)
GKCSEF and have the chance to win a piece of over $50,000 in awards and honors.
Special for 2026: ALL students in Kansas are invited to submit projects to the GKCSEF.
Each year, the 4 best projects from the Senior Division that meet the stringent requirements for entering the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) win the prestigious GRAND AWARD.
Students & their teachers receive all expense paid trip to Regeneron ISEF, this year held in Phoenix, Arizona.
Regeneron ISEF:
The Next Generation of STEM Leaders:
Every year, tens of millions of students participate in science fairs around the globe but only about 1,800 high school students earn the right to compete for nearly $9 million in awards bestowed each May at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). At ISEF, students showcase their research alongside students from nearly 70 countries!
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It was apparent by 1955 that changes were needed if the science fair was to survive and the board of governors of the Kansas City Museum voted to seek other sponsors. That decision laid the foundation for Science Pioneers, Inc., a nonprofit organization developed to foster science education and encourage interest in science and engineering with students in the Greater Kansas City area. Dr. Charles N. Kimball, president of Midwest Research Institute (now MRIGlobal), was contacted by museum leaders. After discussions with Pete Wellington, executive editor of The Kansas City Star, it was agreed that MRI and The Kansas City Star would sponsor the 1956 fair.
OVERVIEW & HISTORY (continued)
Dr. Charles N. Kimball, president of Midwest Research Institute, gathered a small group of interested individuals to ensure the future of Kansas City’s science fair. Out of their efforts was born Science Pioneers, Inc.
1957 was the first fair under the auspices of Science Pioneers and they managed to quadruple the number of projects from the first fair in 1952, up from 400 to 1,603 entries. A record number of visitors — 31,602 — viewed the 1957 fair. A national fair official commented that Kansas City had the biggest and best-managed fair in the country. Grand Award projects in this decade included:
• Determination of the Charge of and Electron from the Miliken-Stokes (Joanne Holbert)
• Protein Antibody Relationship During Streptococcal Infections (George Marchin)
In 1963, Vernice Marie Murray, a senior at Lincoln High School, made history as Kansas City’s first winner at the International Science & Engineering Fair. She earned top honors in the physics category for her project, Experimental Methods of Verifying Force.
The largest fair in history was the 14th Greater Kansas City Science Fair in 1965. There were 1,924 exhibits with 39,949 visitors. The large number of projects had presented an almost impossible task for the judges. Schools were encouraged to hold run-off fairs and priority acceptance was given to student projects that received a first or second place in a run-off fair. There were over 100 run-offs by 1967.
In 1970, an effort was made to focus more on the quality rather than the quantity of the projects entered, due to ever-increasing submissions. Grades K-3 were eliminated from the Greater Kansas City Fair and were encouraged to enter school and district fairs. In 1974, the first group projects were allowed in the senior division.
solicited the first Science Fair corporate sponsorships. This fair was the first to include inventions as a category. After a 20-year absence, the banquet honoring science fair winners was reinstated through funding from the Hallmark Corporate Foundation and the Francis Family Foundation.
In the 1990’s, computer usage made a large impact in statistical analysis of results and graphed data presentations on project display boards. Judges continued to work in teams, a practice begun in 1989. Judges came from consultants, attorneys, businessmen with science backgrounds, architects, zoo directors, governmental employees, and accountants. Many judges have served 35 years or more.
The Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair celebrated its 50th fair in 2001 with a special reception and tour of student projects. The fair moved from Bartle Hal in 2003 to a one-time venue of the Overland Park Convention Center. The 2004, 2005, and 2006 fairs found a new home at Union Station where Science Pioneers had its offices. In 2007, the fair returned to Bartle Hall for one year to allow Union Station the room for an upcoming exhibition. It returned to Union Station in 2008 and has made its home there ever since.
In 1982, the name of the fair changed to the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair. In 1985, non-experimental projects were eliminated from competition, such as the ever-criticized baking soda volcano demonstration.
1988 was a year of firsts. The fair was held for the first time in Bartle Hall. Science Pioneers president Linda Segerbrecht
In July 2016, Science Pioneers merged with Science City at Union Station, uniting complementary science-based events, activities, and programs into a dynamic powerhouse dedicated to building a STEM-strong community. Since that time, the traditions and values of the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair have been faithfully upheld through the tireless efforts of Union Station’s STEM Programming staff, dedicated judges, executive committees, champion teachers, and—most importantly—students.
Even during the unprecedented challenges of 2020 and 2021, when many science fairs across the nation were forced to cancel or permanently close, the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair adapted and endured through virtual competitions, ensuring students continued to have a platform to showcase their curiosity, creativity, and scientific rigor.
Now celebrating its 75th year, the Fair stands as a testament to the power of community partnership and long-term commitment to STEM education. MRIGlobal remains the platinum sponsor for the 70th year, continuing a legacy of support that spans 7 decades. Each year, four Grand Award winners advance to the International Science & Engineering Fair—just as they did generations ago—carrying forward a tradition that proves science truly is forever.
FAIR BOOTH
The Fair Booth, located at the forefront of Grand Plaza, is a hub of Fair information.
OPEN HOURS
WED: 8am – 4pm
THURS: 12 – 5pm
FRI: 9am - 5pm SAT: 10am – 5pm
MERCH
Tshirt: $20
Fair Pin: $3
Cup: $2
Holograph sticker: $2
FUN ZONE
Join the fun and participate in hands-on activities and demonstrations from local STEM organizations in the Fun Zone!
OPEN HOURS
WED: 10am – 3pm
THURS: 12pm – 4pm
FRI: 10am - 4pm SAT: 10am – 4pm
Sponsored by:
Will include things from the Fun Zone as well as the History Walk this year. Turn in your completed hunt for a prize!
SCAVENGER HUNT HISTORY WALK
Take a walk through 75 years of discovery, innovation, and student achievement at the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair. This History Walk Exhibit highlights milestone moments, standout projects, and the community partners who helped the Fair adapt, endure, and thrive—from its earliest winners to today’s innovators shaping the future of STEM. Located in the west side of Grand Hall and open from Saturday, April 4th – Sunday, April 12th during Union Station open hours.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday – April 8, 2026
8:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
3:00pm - 10:00pm
7:00pm - 8:00pm
PROJECT SET UP
Students may set up exhibits at Union Station in Grand Plaza. All projects must be set up by 3:00pm.
FUN ZONE OPEN
ACADEMIC JUDGING
The Fair is closed to the public.
STUDENT INTERVIEWS
Students should be at their projects to interview with academic judges.
JUNIOR LEVEL INTERVIEWS (optional but recommended)
SENIOR LEVEL INTERVIEWS (required)
Thursday – April 9, 2026
7:00am - 12:00pm
12:00pm - 4:00pm
12:00pm - 5:00pm
SPECIAL AWARD JUDGING
The Fair is closed to the public.
FUN ZONE OPEN
PUBLIC VIEWING & SCHOOL FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCES
The Fair is free and open to the public. Fair closes at 5pm for private event.
Friday – April 10, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00pm OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
10:00am - 4:00pm FUN ZONE OPEN
10:00am - 5:00pm PUBLIC VIEWING & SCHOOL FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCES
The Fair is free and open to the public.
Saturday – April 11, 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Fair is free and open to the public.
10:00am - 4:00pm FUN ZONE OPEN
4:00pm - 7:00pm PROJECT PICK UP
Projects can not be picked up prior to 4pm SAVE THE DATE for 2027: Wednesday, March 31 thru Saturday, April 3!
Sunday – April 12, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm THE CHARLES N. KIMBALL AWARDS CEREMONY
Grand Plaza – Union Station. Academic and Special Awards valued at over $50,000! Students receiving top academic or special awards - Blue Rosettes and White Ribbons - are invited to attend. Parents, teachers, relatives and friends are invited to attend as well.
EDUCATOR GRANTS & AWARDS
Marie Miller Educator Award
The Marie Miller Educator Award is designed to recognize teachers in grades 4-12 who show outstanding effort toward the motivation of students in scientific exploration. The award of $3,000 and a certificate is given annually by Science City at the annual Greater KC Science & Engineering Fair Awards Ceremony.
Winner 2026: Rachel Cerra
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Unified Science-Biology emphasis from Northwest Missouri State University in 2006. I also received my Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Northwest in 2018. I have taught for twenty years with the first ten teaching 7th and 8th grade science, Biology, and Advanced Biology at West Platte before moving to Kearney and teaching 8th Grade Science Research, PLTW-Principles of Biomedical Science, Medical Detectives, and Automation and Robotics. This year marks my 16th year sponsoring students in the Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair. I have also sponsored students at the local and state Missouri Academy of Science competitions, as well as the Missouri Junior Science, Engineering, and Humanities Symposium in St. Louis
I believe the GKCSEF is a wonderful opportunity that allows students to explore their curiosity for learning in a multitude of ways. I am always fascinated by the projects that my students design and investigate. I learn something new every year, whether it’s about seawalls or ghost organs, I love that this is a never ending learning experience for me even after all these years.
I have also been coaching dance teams for fifteen years and am currently the assistant coach of the Kearney High School Golden Girls as well as assisting our high school’s FRC Robotics team. My husband and I have three children ranging from 13 years old to 8. In our spare time, we enjoy traveling, cooking, and being an unpaid Uber for our kids.
WInner 2025 - Dr. Kenneth Lee | Winner 2024 - Robert Jacobson | WInner 2023 – Kate Faris
We want to extend a special THANK YOU to the family of Howard Gadberry for supporting 20 educators over the past 18 years for their dedication to their students, STEM Education and the Greater KC Science & Engineering Fair with the Howard Gadberry Educator Award. Those winners listed below:
2022 – Rhonda Reist
2021 – Marsha Skoczek
2020 – Hannah Davis
2019 – Debbie Cox
2018 – Brad Lynch
2017 – Corrie Clasen
2016 – Rebecca Groebe
2015 - Lindsay Constance
2014 – Brenda Bott
2013 – Farzana Jabeen
2012 – Billie Bell
2011 – Deanna Soukup & Barb McMahill
2010 – Diane Banks
2009 – Bob Jacobson
2008 – Georgia Smith & Al Frisby
2007 – Linda McQuain
2006 – Linda Crosthwait
2005 – Paul Osgood
Educator Grant, Sponsored by the Campbell Family Foundation
Winner 2026: Eran Reem, Ph.D. Head of Science, Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy
Eran holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the Weizmann Institute of Science, where he also earned his
teaching certification. He completed both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Biology at the Technion, graduating summa cum laude. Since beginning his career in education in 2008, Eran has taught science to students from 3rd through 12th grade, bringing depth of expertise and a broad understanding of student development to his work. Eran is dedicated to fostering curiosity, encouraging handson investigation, and helping students discover the excitement of scientific thinking. He believes science education should empower students to ask meaningful questions, think analytically, and engage confidently with the world around them. As Head of the Science Department, Eran supports both students and faculty in developing rigorous, collaborative, and engaging learning experiences that promote academic excellence. Outside of school, Eran enjoys reading, traveling, and watching sports. He is married to Yael, and together they are raising three children — Uri, Tamar, and Naama — along with their dog, Lily, and cat, Megatron.
Winner 2026: Patrick Poetter, Holy Trinity Catholic School-Paola
Patrick Poetter is committed to cultivating curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking in his students. He believes effective teaching extends beyond delivering content to fostering a genuine desire to explore, question, and apply learning in meaningful ways. At Holy Trinity Catholic School, he is helping strengthen a STREAM-focused curriculum that emphasizes inquiry, analytical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Participation in the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair provides students with an important platform to showcase this growth.
Serving fewer than 80 students in a rural community, Holy Trinity is dedicated to providing rigorous academic opportunities despite limited resources. The Science & Engineering Fair allows students to engage in authentic scientific research, develop independent projects, and build communication skills through public presentation of their work.After more than 20 years of self-employment, Patrick entered education as a first-year teacher with renewed professional purpose. Grant funding will provide essential materials and tools, ensuring students have equitable access to high-quality, hands-on scientific learning experiences.
Educator Grant, Sponsored by Black & Veatch
Winner 2026: Olena Novobranova, Notre Dame de Sion, AP Chemistry
Olena is a chemistry educator with international teaching and research experience. Born in Donetsk, Ukraine, she earned her master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry from Donetsk National University, graduating with highest honors. Her thesis focused on developing educational software to simplify infrared spectrometry for chemistry students. She began her career at Donetsk National Medical University, advancing from Laboratory Assistant to Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry. She taught medical and pharmacy students in both Ukrainian and English, led the Chemistry Examination Board, and authored multiple Ministry-approved textbooks and laboratory manuals.
In 2023, she published a U.S. textbook aligned with international chemistry standards. After relocating to the United States in 2022, Olena joined Metropolitan Community College as a Chemistry Professor, mentoring student research projects, including an awardwinning STEM presentation in 2025. She also serves as a Senior Chemistry Tutor at Johnson County Community College and teaches AP Chemistry at Notre Dame de Sion High School in Kansas City.
SPONSOR LETTERS
Fellow scientists and engineers,
Ian Colrain, Ph.D. President and Chief Executive Officer icolrain@mriglobal.org
Welcome to the 75th Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair!
Charles N. Kimball, Ph.D., the second president of Midwest Research Institute (now MRIGlobal), helped establish this event in 1952 with the goal of developing and retaining scientific knowledge and expertise here in the Midwest. Today, we are proud to continue supporting his vision and are honored to serve as event sponsor for the 70th consecutive year.
At MRIGlobal, our mission is to improve people’s lives through innovative scientific and engineering research. Founded to support local industry and agriculture, we now apply our Midwestern values and work ethic to work of national and international importance. We provide critical support for cancer clinical trials for the National Cancer Institute, provide 24/7 protection from biological threats to the 30,000 people working in The Pentagon, and are at the cutting edge of developing new point-of-care diagnostic devices based on genetic sequencing.
This week, I was one of more than 50 MRIGlobal staff serving as mentors, judges, and volunteers. It is without a doubt my favorite event of the year. The opportunity to meet with you and hear about the work that you have done is a privilege. Your enthusiasm, passion, and hard work are inspirational to all of us.
Now in its fourth year, the MRIGlobal Excellence in Science Award will honor the topscoring student in the Senior Division with a cash prize and the opportunity for an internship at our institute. New this year, we are also sponsoring the Dr. James L. Spigarelli Award for Chemistry, honoring our fourth President & CEO, a long-term and passionate supporter of this event.
You should be proud of your efforts and the knowledge you’ve gained. Everyone at MRIGlobal, and indeed in the broader Kansas City scientific community is cheering you on as you pursue scientific excellence, and we hope this marks the beginning of a bright and exciting future for each of you wherever your passions and imaginations take you .
Ian M. Colrain, Ph.D.
SPONSOR LETTERS (continued)
Dear Students,
Dear Students,
Congratulations – you did it! By entering the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair, you’ve already taken a huge and exciting step: you chose curiosity over comfort and questions over quiet. That bravery – to investigate, experiment, and share – is exactly what science and engineering are all about.
Students,
Be proud. Whether your project is a tiny test or a big build, every observation, every failed trial, and every change you made taught you something valuable. Scientists don’t just celebrate success – they celebrate the process. You are part of a community that learns by trying, thinking, and refining.
Congratulations - you did it! By entering the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair, you’ve already taken a huge and exciting step: you chose curiosity over comfort and questions over quiet. That bravery - to investigate, experiment, and share - is exactly what science and engineering are all about.
Congratulations - you did it! By entering the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair, you’ve already taken a huge and exciting step: you chose curiosity over comfort and questions over quiet. That bravery - to investigate, experiment, and share - is exactly what science and engineering are all about.
When you present, remember:
Be proud. Whether your project is a tiny test or a big build, every observation, every failed trial, and every change you made taught you something valuable. Scientists don’t just celebrate success - they celebrate the process. You are part of a community that learns by trying, thinking, and refining.
• Tell the story. Briefly explain the question you asked, why it matters, what you did, and what you learned.
• Use clear examples. A quick demonstration or a simple visual makes an idea memorable.
When you present, remember:
proud. Whether your project is a tiny test or a big build, every observation, every failed trial, and every change you made taught you something valuable. Scientists don’t just celebrate success - they celebrate process. You are part of a community that learns by trying, thinking, and refining.
• Be honest. Saying “I don’t know yet” shows real scientific thinking - it’s the start of the next experiment.
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February 18, 2026
Cheryl Werner
Site Leader, Kansas City
Bayer U.S. LLC
Crop Science
• Smile and breathe. Nerves are normal. Take a deep breath and imagine you’re telling a friend about something cool you discovered.
• Tell the story. Briefly explain the question you asked, why it matters, what you did, and what you learned.
Site Management, Kansas City
8400 Hawthorne Road
• Practice a short summary. Prepare two sentences that explain your project fast, and one or two extra sentences with interesting details in case judges ask.
• Use clear examples. A quick demonstration or a simple visual makes an idea memorable.
• Have fun. Curiosity is contagious - your excitement will make others excited too.
When you present, remember:
• Be honest. Saying “I don’t know yet” shows real scientific thinking - it’s the start of the next experiment.
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It may surprise you, judges are not there to trip you up. They want to learn about your work and support you. They’re excited to see how you tackled a problem and what you learned – whether the results were what you expected or not.
• Smile and breathe. Nerves are normal. Take a deep breath and imagine you’re telling a friend about something cool you discovered.
Tell the story. Briefly explain the question you asked, why it matters, what you did, and what you learned. Use clear examples. A quick demonstration or a simple visual makes an idea memorable.
• Practice a short summary. Prepare two sentences that explain your project fast, and one or two extra sentences with interesting details in case judges ask.
You’re doing more than building a project – you’re building a skill set: asking better questions, testing ideas, solving problems, explaining your thinking, and growing confidence. Those skills will help you in school and in life.
Go in proud, be curious, and enjoy the experience. Your idea matters, your effort matters, and your voice matters.
Be honest. Saying “I don’t know yet” shows real scientific thinking - it’s the start of the next experiment.
• Have fun. Curiosity is contagious - your excitement will make others excited too.
Go in proud, be curious, and enjoy the experience. Your idea matters, your effort matters, and your voice matters.
Smile and breathe. Nerves are normal. Take a deep breath and imagine you’re telling a friend about something cool you discovered. Practice a short summary. Prepare two sentences that explain your project fast, and one or two extra sentences with interesting details in case judges ask.
Kansas City, MO 64120
United States of America
Tel. +1 (314) 343-9766
cheryl.werner@bayer.com
www.bayer.com
Dear Students,
Cheering for you,
Cheering for you,
It may surprise you, judges are not there to trip you up. They want to learn about your work and support you. They’re excited to see how you tackled a problem and what you learned - whether the results were what you expected or not.
Cheryl Werner
Cheryl Werner Bayer VP Manufacturing,
Kansas City, MO
Bayer VP Manufacturing, Kansas City, MO
Have fun. Curiosity is contagious - your excitement will make others excited too.
P.S. If a result surprises you, that’s sometimes the best part — surprises are often where new discoveries begin.
You’re doing more than building a project - you’re building a skill set: asking better questions, testing ideas, solving problems, explaining your thinking, and growing confidence. Those skills will help you in school and in life.
P.S. If a result surprises you, that’s sometimes the best part — surprises are often where new discoveries begin.
may surprise you, judges are not there to trip you up. They want to learn about your work and support you. They’re excited to see how you tackled a problem and what you learned - whether the results were what you expected not.
Congratulations - you did it! By entering Engineering Fair, you’ve already taken over comfort and questions over quiet. and share - is exactly what science
Be proud. Whether your project is a failed trial, and every change you made don’t just celebrate success - they celebrate community that learns by trying, thinking,
When you present, remember:
• Tell the story. Briefly explain you did, and what you learned.
• Use clear examples. A quick memorable.
• Be honest. Saying “I don’t know start of the next experiment.
• Smile and breathe. Nerves are
Science Fair 2026
Dear Students,
All of us at Broadcom Foundation and Broadcom Inc. wish to congratulate you on your participation in this science fair. It is a significant achievement to use your knowledge and skills to develop a project that not only holds personal meaning but also demonstrates the courage required to share your innovative ideas with the community.
Broadcom Foundation recognizes the importance of digital literacy in today's global society, which is why we created the Broadcom Coding with Commitment® award. This award emphasizes the role of coding in addressing community challenges that are important to you. In a world where technology touches every aspect of our lives, mastering coding does not just prepare you for college or kick-start a career; it equips you to be a problem solver, a creator, and an engaged citizen in an increasingly digital society.
As you reflect on your science fair experience, we encourage you to share your insights with others. There is a younger audience out there eager to learn from someone like you. Consider reaching out to a teacher from your earlier school years to present your project to their current class. It is an incredible opportunity to inspire and light the spark of curiosity in future innovators.
Do not forget, the challenges posed by the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations await your creative solution. Whether it is combating poverty and hunger, ensuring clean air and water, promoting health, or building sustainable communities, your commitment to STEM can drive meaningful change. The future is in your hands, and your actions today are the first steps toward making the world a better place.
Congratulations once again on your remarkable achievement! Keep pushing forward; we are excited to see where your talents and determination will lead you.
Best wishes,
Paula Golden President Broadcom Foundation
SPONSOR LETTERS (continued)
You made it.
You’re here alongside thousands of teachers and students who share a passion for discovery, curiosity and making a meaningful impact on our world. That alone is worth celebrating.
The 75th Annual Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair represents more than healthy competition, it represents 75 years of bold questions, creative problem-solving and minds pushing what’s possible. By participating, you’re raising the bar for yourselves and for the future of science and engineering.
We need brilliant minds like yours. Whether your project earns an award or simply sparks a new idea, your work matters. The research, critical thinking and perseverance you’re developing through STEM can take you anywhere – into science, engineering, medicine, entrepreneurship, or paths that haven’t even been imagined yet. One day, a breakthrough that changes lives may begin with the curiosity you’re showing right now.
Dear Science Fair Participants,
We are SO excited to see the work that you put into your projects! It is our hope that you'll continue your STEM journey in school. STEM is the future and so are you! Catalent utilizes technology, along with biologists, chemists, engineers, and other scientists to get life-saving medicines to patients around the world. Who knows? Maybe after high school, you will choose to come work with us as we have paid summer-intern and full-time positions available right here in the KC metro.
Sincerely, Catalent
Keep going.
Keep questioning.
Keep experimenting.
Keep collaborating.
Keep believing in your ideas, even when the answers aren’t obvious.
To the teachers, thank you for inspiring curiosity, encouraging resilience and guiding the next generation of innovators. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom.
As a Kansas City-based company serving the scientific community around the globe, we are proud to sponsor this event and to stand alongside educators and students who are shaping the future through science. We can’t wait to see what you discover next.
Labconco Corporation
Future Scientists and Engineers,
Congratulations on being part of the 75th GKC Science & Engineering Fair! We are proud to support this event and celebrate all the hard work you have put into your projects.
Science begins with curiosity, and each of you has shown the courage to ask questions, explore ideas, and try new things. That is what real scientists do. No matter how your project turns out, you have already taken an important step by learning, experimenting, and sharing your work with others.
I hope you keep following your interests, keep wondering “why,” and keep believing that your ideas can make a difference. The future needs creative minds like yours.
We are cheering for you, and we can’t wait to see what you discover next.
Sincerely,
Michelle Altrich President, Eurofins Viracor
ACADEMIC AWARDS
All projects entered into the Fair will be judged based on the corresponding rubric, to demonstrate their achievement in their division and category. Our team of trained judges use the rubric to assign every project a gold, silver, or bronze ribbon. From all gold ribbon winners in each category, the head judge and category judges look at the gold ribbon winners to determine who receives the most prestigious Academic Award in their category, the Blue Ribbon – corresponding to 1st, 2nd or 3rd place depending on the total number of projects in that category. These top winners in each category are then invited to the Awards Ceremony, where they also receive an acrylic award and a cash
BLUE ROSETTE RIBBON
Awarded to students with the top project in their division and category. These students are invited to the Awards Ceremony to receive a plaque for their honor.
This year each ACADEMIC AWARD will also receive a cash prize! This will be awarded per project, and thus split between team members. The Academic Awards are given to the top of the Gold Ribbon winners in each division and category.
1st Place: $100 • 2nd Place: $75 • 3rd Place: $50
OVERALL FAIR WINNERS:
GOLD RIBBON
Awarded to students whose projects demonstrate an exemplary level of achievement.
SILVER RIBBON
Awarded to students whose projects demonstrate a superior level of achievement.
BRONZE RIBBON
Awarded to students whose projects demonstrate a high level of achievement.
From the top Blue Ribbon Winners in the Senior Division, the Top 7 Projects are then chosen (in no particular order) for our prestigious Pioneer in Science Award. Our FOUR ISEF Finalists – our GRAND AWARD WINNERS – are then selected from the Pioneers in Science to go on to attend the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair, this year held in Phoenix, Arizona, May 10 - 15th.
SPECIAL AWARDS
The goal of Special Awards is to honor a higher number of students than our academic awards allow. They are awarded by both national and local STEM organizations. The specifics of each award are created by each organization and are usually in line with their own missions. We encourage volunteers from each organization to come judge and present the awards at the Charles N. Kimball Awards Ceremony.
55 ORGANIZATIONS
$43,175 VALUE
AIR AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION AWARD: Awarded to the best projects in the senior, junior and intermediate division relating to pollution or waste management, energy conservation or renewable energy. Each winner will receive a $100 cash award and a plaque, along with each of the winner’s schools receiving $50.
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS (AICHE) - KC
SECTION: This organization presents $100 to the student in the senior or junior division whose project best exemplifies practical application of chemical engineering principles.
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION AWARD: A certificate and an APA membership is presented to one outstanding research project in psychological science under the category of Behavioral and Social Sciences or any category related to psychology.
ANITA B. GORMAN - MISSOURI DEPT OF CONSERVATION: Conservation in Action Award - The Missouri Department of Conservation is proud to award the best project in the intermediate, junior, and senior division relating to natural resources, (including but not limited to fish, forest, or wildlife conservation), human influence or connections to nature. Each project will receive a $150 cash award and a plaque. Additionally, the science teacher of each student will receive $100.
ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN GEOSCIENTISTS AWARD: The association for Women Geoscientists is pleased to provide an Award Certificate to the female student whose project exemplifies high standards of innovation and scientific excellence in the geosciences.
ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF KANSAS CITY AWARD: The Astronomical Society of KC is honored to provide an award for one astronomy or spacethemed project per age division. The award will include a certificate, a oneyear membership in ASKC, and one evening of curated viewing with the 30-inch telescope at Powell Observatory in Louisburg, Kansas.
AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS, INC. INNOVATION AWARD FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Automatic Systems Inc. (a conveyor manufacturing company) is honored to offer 3 individual awards to the Senior Division for best projects related to mechanical engineering. Each winner will receive a $50 amazon gift card
BROADCOM CODING WITH COMMITMENT AWARD: Broadcom Coding with Commitment is intended to encourage greater inclusivity in science fairs by recognizing a participant in 5th through 8th grade who is not a traditional winner but shows passion and promise and applies basic coding or computational thinking to solve a problem the student or student team cares about. Each winner will receive a $250 gift card, public recognition at Broadcom Foundation-sponsored competitions and showcases, a formal award certificate from the Broadcom Foundation, and a Raspberry Pi Pico Kit.
BURROUGHS AUDUBON SOCIETY OF GREATER KANSAS CITY AWARD:
Awarded to the best project in the junior, intermediate and senior division in relating to avian species, native North American flora, fauna or natural communities or ecosystems. Each winner will receive $100 and a trophy and the science department of each school will receive $100.
THE CHILDREN’S MERCY RESEARCH INSTITUTE AWARD: The Children’s Mercy Research Institute Award will recognize one project each in the intermediate, junior, and senior divisions that demonstrates exemplary insight related to improving the health and wellbeing of children everywhere by answering the toughest healthcare questions affecting children and their families. Each winning project will be awarded with a certificate, a $50 gift card, Children’s Mercy sweatshirt, and tour of the Children’s Mercy Research Institute for the winners and their immediate families.
177 TOTAL AWARDS
CITADEL | CITADEL SECURITIES INNOVATION PRIZE (SOCIETY FOR SCIENCE): The Citadel | Citadel Securities Innovation Prize of $100 will be awarded to a 6th-8th grade student and a 9th-12th grade student project that best displays an impressive command of Citadel’s core values including ingenuity or innovative problem solving and accurate data collection and statistical analysis.
CITIZEN’S CLIMATE LOBBY KANSAS CITY AWARD: Awarded to projects that cover any facet of the Mid-American Regional Council’s 2021 Regional Climate Action Plan. Entries are judged on scientific merit, contribution to overall greenhouse gas reduction, suitability for the Kansas City region, and aesthetic appeal. Projects can address renewable and “non-carbon” energy production, improved electrical transmission, electrification of buildings and transportation, improving efficiency in some aspect of electrical consumption, removing carbon from the atmosphere, or any other CO2 reduction strategy. Best Project receives $200, runner ups will be awarded $100.
CODE NINJAS LEAWOOD GIRLS IN STEAM WORKS! AWARD: This award is for girls in 3rd through 5th grade who show creativity, passion, and promise in basic coding and computational thinking. The winner will receive a framed certificate, swag bag, and $100 gift certificate to use toward Code Ninjas Leawood programming.
CODE NINJAS LEAWOOD STEAM WORKS! AWARD: This award is for anyone in 3rd through 5th grade who shows critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, and passion in their coding project. Winner will receive a framed certificate, swag bag, and $50 gift certificate to use toward Code Ninjas Leawood programming.
DIRECTOR’S CHOICE AWARD: Recognizing the creativity and innovation in merging of art and science, this award celebrates projects that demonstrate integration of artistic expression, captivating presentation and scientific inquiry. One winning project from each division will receive a $50 cash prize. One runner-up in each division will receive a $25 cash prize. All winners will receive a certificate and a Fair swag bag.
US EPA REGION 7’S EXCELLENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AWARD: Certificates will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place projects in Environmental Science in each age division, plus a special plaque for an outstanding project.
DR. F. GENE HAMPTON AWARD: Awarded to a ninth or tenth grade student whose project best exemplifies the use of scientific processes in addressing a biological problem. The student and the sponsoring teacher will each receive an award of $100.
THE GENIUS OLYMPIAD EXCEPTIONAL GENIUS AWARD: The Genius Olympiad Exceptional Genius Award is awarded in honor of a project that displays excellent work on environment. This award grants the recipient a priority to participate in GENIUS Olympiad 2026 in Rochester New York. George L. MacCurdy Award - Awarded to a ninth or tenth grade student whose project best exemplifies the use of scientific processes in addressing a chemical problem. The student and the sponsoring teacher will each receive an award of $100.
GREATER KANSAS CITY ASSOCIATION OF FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES AWARD: Awarded to projects that emphasize and highlight this organization’s purposes, which are to educate individuals for family living, improve services and goods used by families, and promote research on the changing needs of individuals and families. Four $50 cash awards are awarded to the winning projects.
INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC ENGINEERS AWARD: IEEE is the world’s largest professional association advancing innovation and technological excellence for the benefit of humanity. The IEEE KC award is given to one outstanding senior division project making use of the fields of electrical engineering, computer science, or mathematics.
SPECIAL AWARDS
KANSAS CITY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY AWARD: A $50 cash award and gift basket is presented for outstanding research in the area of archaeology, the study of past human life. One award will be given for the best experiment in tool manufacture or use, pottery making, native agricultural practices or additional topics related to archaeology.
KANSAS CITY GARDEN CLUB AWARD: Horticulture, environment and ecology related entries are eligible for this award. 2 winning entries in each division receive a $25 cash prize, a ribbon, and a certificate.
THE KC RIBS AWARD: The Kansas City Researchers in Biomedical Science (KC RiBS) is honored to present their Special Award to what is deemed to be the top 2 individual senior division projects in the categories of molecular bio/chem or microbiology. Each winner will receive $50, KC RiBS swag, and a certificate of achievement.
KANSAS CITY ZOO AND AQUARIUM BIODIVERSITY DEFENDER INDIVIDUAL AWARD: Awarded to the top three individuals who present a project that makes a positive contribution to an area’s biodiversity by changing, enhancing, or monitoring environmental factors. Each winning project will receive 3 projects a plaque, KC Zoo and Aquarium tickets, Conservation Lecture Series Tickets, and animal painting magnet.
KC ZOO AND AQUARIUM CONSERVATION CULTIVATORS TEAM AWARD: This award honors a team whose project has shown exceptional leadership and commitment to environmental conservation efforts through innovation in their school and community. The winning project will receive a plaque, KC Zoo and Aquarium tickets, Conservation Lecture Series Tickets, and animal painting magnet.
(KU ALUMNI) THE JUNIOR JAYHAWK STEM AWARD: KU Alumni and the KU Alumni Kansas City Network Board are proud to recognize two teams in the Junior Division and two teams in the Senior Division for their ambition, talent, and determination to pioneer innovation in the fields of engineering and computer science. In celebration of their achievement, each winning team will receive a KU gift package, a personalized tour of the Jayhawk Welcome Center on the University of Kansas campus, and an invitation for team members and their guardians to attend a KU Football tailgate this fall (an extra special opportunity to experience the energy and tradition of the Jayhawk community.)
(KU ALUMNI) THE ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK STEM AWARD: KU Alumni and the KU Alumni Kansas City Network Board are proud to recognize two teams in the Junior Division and two teams in the Senior Division for their ambition, talent, and determination to pioneer innovation in the fields of engineering and computer science. In celebration of their achievement, each winning team will receive a KU gift package, a personalized tour of the Jayhawk Welcome Center on the University of Kansas campus, and an invitation for team members and their guardians to attend a KU Football tailgate this fall (an extra special opportunity to experience the energy and tradition of the Jayhawk community.)
LAKESIDE NATURE CENTER AWARD: Awarded for the best project in each division showing ‘what kids can do’ to help the environment. Each student and their teacher will receive $50.
LANCE CORPORAL CHARLES M. STEVENS III, USMC AWARD: In memory of LCpl Charles Stevens III the Greater Kansas City Council of the Navy League will award two outstanding projects, one in the Senior division and one in the Junior division that reflect great vision, creativity, and practical application in the Engineering Mechanics category. Winners in each division receive a cash prize of $350. Team winners will receive $700, to be divided equally among the team, and a certificate of achievement. Lemelson Early Inventor Prize - The Lemelson Early Inventor Prize is awarded to a student in the intermediate division who develops an invention to solve a critical societal problem and improve the lives of others. The winner receives $100 and a certificate.
LINDA HALL LIBRARY OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY: Joseph C. Shipman Award - The Shipman Award is presented in memory of the library’s first director, Joseph C. Shipman. To honor Mr. Shipman’s legacy of devotion to science, this award is granted to the senior division student who makes excellent use of scientific literature in the context of a science fair project. The winning student and their sponsoring teacher each receive $500.
MARTIN N. SCHULER AWARD: The Martin N. Schuler award recognizes Mr. Schuler’s outstanding commitment to research professionalism, and his contributions to the community through his long-term involvement with Science Pioneers and the Science Fair as their past president and secretary-treasurer. This cash award of $250 and a certificate will be presented to a student in the senior division for outstanding achievement in the biological sciences.
MISSOURI ORGANIC RECYCLING - STAN SLAUGHTER AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN ORGANIC RESEARCH: Awarded to projects relating to mimicking nature’s processes to create quality organic products from organic waste materials and to increase diversion of organic waste from landfills. One project from each division in the category of Earth & Environmental Science will receive $100, as well as $100 being awarded to the students’ teachers.
MISSOURI S&T’S ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE PROGRAM AWARD: Missouri S&T’s Environmental Science program offers a world class interdisciplinary education in today’s most relevant environmental issues and an opportunity to innovate to create environmental solutions. One project from the senior division will be awarded a $250 scholarship to Missouri University of Science & Technology to study environmental science, a certificate, and a swag bag.
MISSOURI S&T’S STEM EDUCATION PROGRAM AWARD: The Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla is awarding summer program scholarships for up to $1500 each to 5 JR and SR division projects. If teams are awarded, each student will receive a $1500 scholarship each. The MOST 529 Awards - 10 $529 awards in the form of 529 savings account, are awarded to individual projects to 3rd-5th grade Missouri students.
MRIGLOBAL EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE AWARD (GRAND SPECIAL AWARD): Awarded to what is judged to be the very best of the blueribbon winners from the Senior Division, MRIGlobal’s Excellence in Science Award recognizes excellence in pursuit of objective, scientific truth and progress. $1,000 is awarded to go towards furthering education.
NASA EARTH SYSTEMS SCIENCE AWARD: The NASA Earth Systems Science Award certificate is given to the student that best demonstrates insight into Earth’s interconnected spheres and the project should incorporate studies including different spheres of the Earth system, their interactions and change over time.
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION (NOAA) AWARD: A certificate and invitation to a webinar is presented to one project in the junior or senior division whose research emphasizes NOAA’s mission of Science, Service, and Stewardship: “to understand and predict changes in climate, weather, oceans and coasts, to share that knowledge and information with others, and to conserve and manage coastal and marine ecosystems and resources.”
NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY AWARD: The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Northwest Missouri State University will award a student who submits the best project using geospatial mapping technologies such as geographical information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), and/or remote sensing technologies such as satellite imagery, aerial photography, or drone (UAV) imagery to study spatial patterns on the Earth’s surface. The winner of this award will receive a $250 visa gift card award and a personalized certificate.
NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AWARD: The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Northwest Missouri State University will extend this award to the best project on any topic related to the impact that humans have on the environment. The winner of this award will receive a $150 visa gift card and a personalized certificate.
THE OFFICE OF NAVAL RESEARCH (UNITED STATES NAVY & MARINE CORPS SCIENCE AWARD): Each senior division winner receives a certificate, a medallion, and a gift card. 9th-12th graders receive $50 while 8th and below receive $25.
THE PHOTO 51 AWARD: The Photo 51 Award honors 2 outstanding student research projects centered on DNA. This $51 prize commemorates Rosalind Franklin’s Photo 51 and recognizes work that advances our understanding of genetics and molecular biology. Students also receive an acrylic award
REGENERON BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE AWARD: Society for Science is proud to partner with Regeneron to inspire and celebrate the next generation of biomedical scientific heroes with a $375 award and certificate of achievement.
RICOH CORPORATION AWARD: Awarded to the student whose outstanding project addresses social and environmental challenges and a meaningful solution for a more sustainable future. The winner will receive the Ricoh Sustainable Development Award Certificate and a tree planted in their honor.
SCIENCE COACH TOP RESEARCHER AWARD: Provided to the highest scoring high school and middle school projects completed by Science Coach students. Winners receive a certificate, medallion, and a $50 cash prize.
SPECIAL AWARDS
SCIENCE COACH ACADEMY AWARD: An $800 scholarship to attend the Science Coach Academy, June 22-25, 2026 is awarded to the teacher of the best non-Science Coach student project. Includes all conference fees, room and board.
SCIENCE CITY AD ASTRA AWARD: The Science City Ad Astra Award certificate is presented to a student in each division with projects relating to physics and astronomy that: showcase a great understanding of the scientific method, use applicable and recent research methods, and strive to use physics and/or astronomy-based sciences to help improve our world for future generations.
SCIENCE CITY MAKER AWARD: In recognition of your creative project, 1 project from each division will receive a 4-pack of Science City tickets and a custom-made Maker Studio award.
SCIENCE CITY SHOWCASE AWARD: The Science City Showcase Award recognizes 3 outstanding projects in each division based on the scientific inquiry, and project display board. Winners receive a certificate, 4 passes to Science City and the Planetarium, and will have their project on display in Science City.
THE SCIENCE PIONEERS’ LEGACY AWARD: This intermediate division award is awarded to a project that showcases scientific learning, creativity, and curiosity. The Fair began in 1952 to help promote student interest in the sciences, and the Science Pioneers legacy continues as participation in the Fair grows. The winner will receive Science City tickets along with a Fair T-shirt and lapel pin.
SHOW-ME SCIENCE COMPETITION AWARD: Show-Me SCIENCE is the new state science fair hosted at St. Charles Community College and presented by Science Coach, April 15th and 16th, 2026. 35 of the top projects are selected to attend the state competition. Winners receive the opportunity to compete at the state level for over $36,000 in prizes, awards, and trips.
SOCIETY FOR IN VITRO BIOLOGY AWARD: A certificate is awarded to the most outstanding 11th grade student exhibiting in the areas of plant or animal in vitro biology or tissue culture.
SOCIETY FOR WOMEN ENGINEERS AWARD: Society of Women Engineers is an organization that provides valuable opportunities for women in science and engineering to network, find support and develop their careers. The Kansas City section works to achieve the society’s goals by reaching out to girls of all ages and encouraging them to pursue careers in STEM. 2 female senior division projects will be recognized with a $50 cash prize.
THE DR. JAMES L. SPIGARELLI AWARD FOR CHEMISTRY: Dr. Jim Spigarelli was trained as a chemist at Pittsburg State and Kansas State Universities. After serving in the Army Chemical corps, he joined Midwest Research Institute as a research chemist in 1970. Prior to being president and CEO from 1999-2009, his work focused on environmental analytical sciences and the demilitarization of chemical warfare agents. He was one of the key advisors to the U.S. government treaty negotiation team for the Chemical Warfare Convention, which was signed in 1987 and resulted in the elimination of more than 95 percent of the world’s supply of these weapons of mass destruction. He was a local boy who used his chemistry training to literally change the world. MRIGlobal is proud to present The Dr. James L. Spigarelli Award for Chemistry, recognizing the most outstanding chemistry project in the Senior Division, celebrating scientific excellence, innovation, and realworld impact. The winner receives $500 and an acrylic award.
THE STOCKHOLM JUNIOR WATER PRIZE: Awarded to the top 3 projects relating to, but not limited to, enhancing the quality of life through improvement of water quality, water resource management, or water and wastewater treatment on a local/national/global level. Regional winners receive a certificate and membership to WEF and are entered to move on in the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition. Winner of international comp receives $10,000 and an-all expense paid trip to Sweden.
SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MILITARY ENGINEERS (SAME) KANSAS CITY AWARD: Awarded to exemplary projects in the senior division that reflect innovativeness, practical application, and leadership in each of the Earth & Environmental Science, Energy & Environmental Engineering, and Engineering Mechanics categories. Winners will receive a silver medal, a cash prize of $100 each and a certificate of achievement.
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC JUNIOR INNOVATORS CHALLENGE: Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge (JIC) is the nation’s premier STEM research competition for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. The top 10% of students competing here today have the honor of continuing their science fair journey by applying to compete in the Thermo Fisher JIC.
THE UMKC “FUTURE FRONTIERS” INNOVATOR AWARD: Presented to a student whose project demonstrates bold, forward-thinking innovation in emerging technologies (e.g., Data Science, AI, Advanced Materials, or Bioengineering). The award recognizes creativity and the courage to explore uncharted scientific territory, rewarding the “high-risk, high reward” mindset essential for breakthrough discovery. The winner will receive a UMKC Office of Research & Innovation Certificate of Excellence and a $100 Gift Card and an official UMKC Research swag bag.
THE UMKC “KANSAS CITY STUDENT CHANGEMAKER” AWARD: Presented to the student project that best demonstrates the power of translational research—moving science out of the lab and into the real world. This award recognizes a student who has identified a tangible problem affecting the Kansas City region and used research to propose a viable, impactful solution. The winner will receive a UMKC Office of Research & Innovation Certificate of Excellence and an exclusive “Research Mentorship Experience.” The individual or team winners will be hosted for a half-day campus visit and lunch with UMKC innovation leader and faculty expert in their specific field of interest. This offers direct access to mentorship and a glimpse into the life of a professional researcher.
THE UMKC “YOUNG SCHOLAR” INTERDISCIPLINARY AWARD: Awarded to a project that successfully bridges two or more STEM disciplines (e.g., using computer science to solve a biological problem, or engineering to address an environmental issue). This award recognizes the ability to think across boundaries and demonstrates the power of convergence research to tackle complex questions. The winner will receive a UMKC Office of Research & Innovation Certificate of Excellence and a grand prize of Honorary Guest Presenter Status. Awarded is an invitation to present their project poster at the annual UMKC Undergraduate Research Day, providing a collegiatelevel platform for their work and exposure to university-level critique and collaboration.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AWARD: Up to 4 students will receive a sling pack, Power Bank, USB Flash Memory Drive, USB Car Charger, and Official AF Certificate.
UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) AWARD: A letter of encouragement to ALL students who have projects in the environmental sciences and engineering. The letter is not considered an award but students who advance to ISEF may be eligible for EPA’s Patrick H. Hurd Sustainability Award.
UNITED STATES METRIC ASSOCIATION AWARD: A certificate is awarded to the best senior level student whose project involves significant amount of quantitative measurement and which best uses the SI metric system for those measurements.
URBAN WEST 4-H ENVIRONMENTAL INNOVATION AWARD: The Urban West 4-H Environmental Innovation Award recognizes outstanding student innovation in environmental science. Projects should demonstrate creative scientific problem-solving with clear real-world application or impact related to environmental challenges or systems.
THE WECODE KC “MASTER OF BOTS” AWARD: WeCode KC is proud to award one project from any division a framed certificate and swag bag for excellence in robotics.
THE WECODE KC “CODE GENIUS” AWARD: WeCode KC is proud to award one project from any division framed certificate and swag bag to the best overall coding project.
THE WECODE KC “MATH MAGICIAN” AWARD: WeCode KC will be awarding one project from any division a framed certificate and swag bag for best use of math in coding.
WESTERN CHAPTER OF THE MISSOURI SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AWARD: The Western Chapter of the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers presents its awards to individual projects that exhibit the application of outstanding engineering creativity, design and analysis. This organization is committed to promoting the ethical practice of engineering to serve the public welfare. Through these awards, their desire is to encourage and support students who will make up the next generation of professional engineers. Two winners will each receive $50 and a certificate.
WILDWOOD OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER BEST BIO-INSPIRED DESIGN PROJECT: One project from intermediate and junior divisions is chosen based on how well the project utilizes inspiration from nature to solve a science or engineering problem. The winner receives 1 free week of summer camp or a birthday party at camp, and a Wildwood certificate.
YALE SCIENCE & ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION, INC. AWARD: The Yale Science & Engineering Association, Inc. provides a certificate to the most outstanding 11th grade project exhibiting in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
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PROJECT CODES
PROJECT NUMBERS
[Age Division Code] - [Category Code] - [Project Number] - [T2 or T3 denotes Team Project]
Examples:
IN-CH-001 (Intermediate-Chemistry-project #1)
JR-NV-009 (Junior Invention, project #9)
SR-MO-014-T2 (Senior Molecular Biology, project #14, Team of 2)
Projects can have up to 3 students. Team projects will be labeled T2 or T3.
DIVISION
Intermediate [IN]
3rd, 4th & 5th grades
‘IN’ as the first Letter of the Project Number
CATEGORY
AS 1 Animal Sciences
...ologies (mammalogy etc.) • Anatomy
• Development • Ecology • Husbandry
Mendelian Genetics • Nutrition & Growth
Physiology • Systematics
BE 1 Behavioral & Social Science
Animal Behavior (Ethology) • Anthropology
• Human Behavior
• Learning
• Linguistics
• Perception • Psychology • Social Media • Sociology
EE 1 Energy & Environmental Engineering (Theoretical, Energy Consumption)
Acoustics,
• Bioremediation, Reclamation, Recycling
• Fluid & Gas Dynamics
• Hydro Power
• Magnetism
• Nuclear Power
• Optics
• Particle, Nuclear, Atomic
• Plasma
• Pollution Control
• Renewable Energies
• Semiconductors
• Solar Materials
• Solid State
• Superconductivity
• Sustainable Design
• Thermal, Geothermal Power
• Thermodynamics
• Water Resources
Senior [SR]
9th, 10th, 11th, & 12th grades
‘SR’ as the first Letter of the Project Number
• Prions • Prokaryotic Processes and • Organelles
• Virology
MO 1 Molecular Bio/Chem & Health Sciences
Biochemistry
• Cell Physiology • Diagnostics • Disease
• Drug Development
• Epidemiology
• Eukaryotic Genetics • Immunology • Neurobiology
• Nutrition • Pathology
MS 1 Materials Science
Biomaterials • Ceramics & Glasses
• Composite Materials
• Electronic, Optical, Magnetic
• Materials
• Nanomaterials • Polymers & Plastics
PA 1 Physics & Astronomy
Astronomical Motion, Composition, Energy
• Astronomy
• Atomic, Nuclear Physics
• Biophysics
• Celestial Evolution
• Computational Astrophysics
• Computational Physics
• Condensed Matter & Materials
• Cosmology
• Electromagnetics • Lasers, Masers • Mechanics
• Molecular Physics
• Optics
• Plasmas
• Theoretical Physics
• Deductive Study of Numbers
• Genomics
• Geometry
• Game Theory
• Graph Theory
• Neuroscience Modeling
• Probability & Statistics
• Pharmacology
• Topology
CS 1 Computer Systems, Electronics, RoboticS
Algorithms
• Cognitive & Control Systems
• Data Analysis
• Energy Conservation
• Information Systems
– Structure & Processes
• Integrated Optics, Sensors
• Machine Learning (AI)
• Microcontrollers
• Network Design & Operations
Management
• Wind Power
EM 1 Engineering Mechanics
Aerospace, Aeronautical
• Civil Engineering
• Computational Mechanics
Industrial Engineering
• Naval Systems
• Control Theory
• Mechanical Engineering
• Space Travel – Rockets et.
MI 1 Microbiology
Antibiotics
• Antimicrobials
• Bacteriology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Microbial Genetics
PS 1 Plant Science
Agronomy
• Classification & Systematics
• Ecology
• Hydroponics • Pathology
• Physiology
•
Plant Growth
• Plant Mendelian Genetics
• Plant
Structure
• Life Cycles
• Taxonomy
NV 1 Inventions (grades 4-8 only)
PROJECTS Senior Division
Abdi, Nasrin
SR-MI-003: Blood Cancer Research School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Selim Sekine , Christopher Kramer
Adam, Samara
SR-CM-001: A Novel Study of Codon Usage Bias in Genes Related to Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 9th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Agrawal, Ananya
SR-PA-001: A Two-Phase Machine Learning Pipeline for Robust Gravitational Wave Signal Validation School: Blue Valley West, 12th Teacher: Eric
Aguilar Guzman, Estafania
SR-CH-008: Making Crystals School: Shawnee Mission West High, 9th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
Akhtar, Sonia
SR-AS-010: The Impact of Food Color on Ant Foraging Numbers School: Academie Lafayette High School, 9th Teacher: Gretchen M Hubinger
Akiiuz, Iusuf
SR-CH-003: Development of a Banana Peel–Based Bioplastic for Food Packaging Compatible with Diverse Dietary Sensitivities School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Merve Cevik
Alegria Herrera, Genesis
SR-CE-001-T2: Development and Testing of Orange Peel Pectin Bioplastics for Biodegradable Consumer Products School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Allison, Brook
SR-MI-014-T2: The Effects of Different Drying Methods on Bacterial Growth School: West Platte Senior High School, 11th Teacher: Shelly Day
Alrubayii, Mallak
SR-MO-018-T2: Quantitative Analysis and Prediction of Acid-Induced Enamel Damage in Primary Teeth School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 9th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Alvarado, Ashley
SR-EA-014: The Growing Problem of Waste Pollution School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Arjun, Dushyanth
SR-PA-006: Orbital Projections School: Blue Valley West, 9th Teacher: Eric
SR-MI-001: A Model Coral Reef System Using UVSensitive Fungi to Test Microbial UV Protection School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Awil, Nusaiba
SR-MO-001: A Biochemical Investigation of Antioxidant Type and Treatment Conditions in an Iodine-Based Oxidation Model School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 10th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Ayala, Macaulay
SR-EE-005: Optimizing Light Quality in Greenhouses Using Different Poly-Films School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Ayderos, Aziza
SR-EA-008: PLA Cups: The Eco-Friendly Alternative School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer , Selim Sekine
Ayyalasomayajula, Srikar
SR-MO-017: Pantry to Plate: A Data-Driven Blueprint for Diabetes Intervention School: Olathe East High School, 11th Teacher: Nicholas McBride
Ba, Riyad
SR-AS-007: The Effect of Food Type on Ant Colony Consumption Rate School: Academie Lafayette High School, 9th Teacher: Gretchen M Hubinger
Bacak, Dilara
SR-CS-007: Testing and Improving a Smart Irrigation System for Plant Health and Water Efficiency School: Frontier STEM High School, 10th Teacher: Aigerim Zholochieva
Baker, Emma
SR-PS-007-T2: Plants with fertilizer School: Central Heights High School, 9th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
Bankston, Jaslyn
SR-EA-009-T2: Testing Environmentally Safe Sprays to Reduce Fungal Growth: A Bat Health Model Using Penicillium chrysogenum School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Barland, Kate
SR-PS-015: The Effects of Natural Products on Inhibiting the Growth of Prostate Cancer Stem Cells School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Barnes, Elizabeth
SR-MO-019: Running from Stress: The Role of Exercise Interventions in the Epigenetic Regulation of Neurogenesis School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Barnes, Camryn
SR-PA-010: The Nucleation of Bubbles of Engineered Surfaces School: Manhattan High School, 12th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Bartee, Adam
SR-BE-016-T2: The Effects of Time Given To Learn On Students Retention School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Beard, Eric
SR-MS-007-T2: Rust Busters School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Bhadriraju, Madhava
SR-PA-003-T2: Deep Neural Network-based Noise Reduction for Folded Pulsar Timing Signals to Improve Timing Precision School: Blue Valley West, 11th Teacher: Jessica Wedermyer
Bibler, Laynee
SR-MO-014: Investigating the Enamel Breakdown Caused by Various Energy Drinks School: Smithville High School, 12th Teacher: Kim Morgan
Blatt, Charlotte
SR-PS-016: The Effects of Static Ferromagnetic Fields on the Growth and Development of the Common Radish School: Lee’s Summit North High School, 9th Teacher: Annette Griffith
Bobbitt, Oliver
SR-EM-003-T3: Edible Bridge School: Farm School KC, 9th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Boyd, Alyssa
SR-MS-004-T2: Development and Performance Evaluation of Mycelium-Based Bio-Composite Panels for Sustainable Roofing Applications School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Brown, Layla
SR-BE-011-T2: Psychology of Music and Focus School: Farm School KC, 9th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Buckallew, Jerry
SR-MO-007: Effects of Vaping on SpirometryMeasured Lung Volumes in Smithville High School Students School: Smithville High School, 11th Teacher: Kim Morgan
Bui, Jayden
SR-MO-006-T3: CRISPR-based treatment for Celiac disease School: Wichita High School East, 11th Teacher: Peter J Reimers
Burchfield, Max
SR-EA-003: Effect of Algal Mat Coculture on Aquaponic Nitrogen Cycling Through Ecological Complexity Changes School: Blue Valley Northwest, 11th Teacher: Jeremy Mohn
Busenitz, Katherine
SR-CH-013: Identifying OAT4 as a Transporter for PFAS Through a Competitive Flow Assay and Verification of Various Inhibitory Compounds School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Carletti, Kate
SR-MO-020: The Effect of Different Antioxidant Supplements on Glucose Meter Readings School: West Platte Senior High School, 10th Teacher: Shelly Day
Carlson, Jaylee
SR-CH-010: The Effects Of The Cooking Method On The Vitamin C Of Broccoli School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Carlson, Catelyn
SR-MI-014-T2: The Effects of Different Drying Methods on Bacterial Growth School: West Platte Senior High School, 11th Teacher: Shelly Day
Carmack Roberts, Timothy
SR-EA-005-T3: Fresh Water Ecosystems School: Central Heights High School, 10th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
Carmack Roberts, Gabriel
SR-EA-005-T3: Fresh Water Ecosystems School: Central Heights High School, 10th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
Castaneda, Irene
SR-MO-015-T2: Medical Sterilization School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer , Selim Sekine
Cayiroglu, Sema
SR-CS-002-T2: Development of an Autonomous Line-Guided Waste Collection System for School Cafeterias
School: Frontier STEM High School, 10th Teacher: Aigerim Zholochieva
Ceron Madrigal, Alejandra
SR-MO-009: Evaluating CCL2 and CCL5 Expression Across Breast Cancer Chemotherapies School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Chang, Katherine
SR-EE-003: Engineering a YBCO superconductor School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Chaudhari, Hridya
SR-MO-021: The role of RNA-binding protein CELF2 in modulating T-cell function School: Center For Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS), 12th Teacher: Eric Kessler
Chidambaranathan, Gopikaashri
SR-CM-012: In Silico Modeling of Bispecific DualAffinity Re-Targeting (DART) Molecules Targeting PD-1 and LAG-3 for Solid Tumor and Hematologic Cancers Immunotherapy School: Washburn Rural High School, 11th
Chinnam, Sailithwik
SR-CM-002: Biological Classification and Disease Prevalence as Predictors of Diagnostic Delays in Rare Genetic Diseases. School: Blue Valley West, 11th
Clement, Catherine
SR-AS-009: The impact of ecological niche on the morphology of Hyaenodon. School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Cline, Megan
SR-MS-009-T2: The Effects of the Type of Moisturizer on Water Loss in the Stratum Corneum and Skin Barrier School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Coffland, Kate
SR-MI-005: Effects of Heat Therapy on the Gastrocnemius and Tibialis Anterior Muscles in Mice with Spinal Cord Injury School: Center for Academic Achievement, 11th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Crippa, Sofia
SR-MI-006: The effects of plastics on microbial growth School: Park Hill South, 11th Teacher: Deborah Landuyt
Cruz Alvarenga, Nayeli
SR-EA-009-T2: Testing Environmentally Safe Sprays to Reduce Fungal Growth: A Bat Health Model Using Penicillium chrysogenum School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Cummins, Sydney
SR-CH-004: Development of Polymer-Embedded pH Indicator Coatings for Micropipette Tip-Based Micro-Scale pH Sensing School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Curzon, Olivia
SR-EM-002: Design, Fabrication, and Evaluation of a UV-C Stethoscope Sanitization Chamber: Material Compatibility, Microbial Reduction, and Safety Assessment School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Dalal, Prisha
SR-MO-008: Elucidating novel anti-fibrotic compounds for radiation-induced fibrosis in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. School: Blue Valley North, 11th Teacher: Pranav Dalal
Damian Ramos, Dominic
SR-MO-015-T2: Medical Sterilization School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer , Selim Sekine
Davis, Rachel
SR-CH-011: The Role of BPC-157 and TB500 in Wound Repair and Regeneration in Schmidtea mediterranea and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Deines, Raychel
SR-BE-006: How Women’s interactions with True Crime differ from men’s School: Manhattan High School, 12th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Demircan, Nihal
SR-MO-023-T2: X-Ray Resistant Scrubs School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Derr, Ethan
SR-EE-006: The effect of bacteria bricks on atmospheric carbon dioxide reduction School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Dinkel, Olivia
SR-PS-009: The Effect of Caffiene Pollution on the Growth of Polygonum Pensylvanicum School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Duckwitz, Emily
SR-MO-013: Investigating the Efficacy of Chemical Wnt Inhibition via C59 in Planarian Regeneration Polarity School: Smithville High School, 12th Teacher: Kim Morgan
Eades, Kaelyn
SR-PS-011: The Effect of Overripe Fruit on the Ripening Time of Fresh Fruit School: West Platte Senior High School, 11th Teacher: Shelly Day
Eskridge, Diesel
SR-CH-012-T2: The Test of Acids School: Farm School KC, 10th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Facun, Glysdi
SR-EA-016: Which Liquid Helps Seeds Grow Best? School: J.C. Harmon High School, 11th Teacher: Independent
Friedman, Lia
SR-EE-010-T3: The Furious Fly Trap School: Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, 9th Teacher: Eran Reem
Gandikota, Ananya
SR-MO-006-T3: CRISPR-based treatment for Celiac disease School: Wichita High School East, 10th Teacher: Peter J Reimers
Ghotra, Jatindeep
SR-CM-009: Does Liquidity Really Matter? An Analysis of Trading Costs in Modern Markets School: St. Pius X High School, 11th Teacher: Independent
Gillis, Charlotte
SR-MS-009-T2: The Effects of the Type of Moisturizer on Water Loss in the Stratum Corneum and Skin Barrier School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Gomes, Natalie
SR-AS-004: Effects of Polyethylene Microplastics on Allocentric Spatial Memory in Coenobita clypeatus
School: Basehor-Linwood High, 12th Teacher: Sean Nash
SR-CH-007: Ink Properties and Their Role in Producing Analyzable Fingerprints
School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Gutierrez Campos, Karla
SR-CE-001-T2: Development and Testing of Orange Peel Pectin Bioplastics for Biodegradable Consumer Products School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Guzman, Daisy
SR-EM-005-T2: Improving Student Posture through Ergonomic Seating Design School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer , Selim Sekine
Guzman Sanchez, Erick
SR-CH-001: Bubbles by Erick School: Shawnee Mission West High, 10th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
Haidar, Zeinab
SR-BE-017: The Impact of AI Use on Cognitive Function in Adolescents
School: Lincoln College Preparatory Academy, 11th Teacher: Shellie Kiwelu
Hajmohammad, Fadwa
SR-EE-004: Human Power: Can Body Movement Generate Enough Energy to Reduce Our Use of Fossil Fuels
School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 9th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Hanisch, Alexander
SR-EE-002: Effective Synthesis of Radiative Cooling Paints School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Hassan, Suado
SR-BE-008: Medical access School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Selim Sekine , Christopher Kramer
Hayward, Valorie
SR-PS-001: Allelopathic Weed Suppression in Zea mays: Contrasting Sorgoleone and Glyphosate Applications School: Basehor-Linwood High, 11th Teacher: Sean Nash
Heffley, Izabella
SR-BE-004: Distraction Without Use: Effects of Passive Smartphone Presence on Working Memory Function
School: Basehor-Linwood High, 10th Teacher: Sean Nash
Heisel, Alice
SR-PS-012: The effect of pesticide runoff in the watershed on rudbeckia hirta.
School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Helmich, Luciana
SR-BE-011-T2: Psychology of Music and Focus School: Farm School KC, 8th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Huffman-Segat, Xander
SR-AS-002: Comparing skeletal influence on behavioral adaptations in modern day wetland animals to known adaptions of Spinosaurus aegyptiacus
School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Huser, Patrick
SR-EE-001: Decreasing the Energy Consumption of Anaerobic Membrane Bioreactors School: Manhattan High School, 12th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Iboaya, Kaiya
SR-MI-007: If E. Coli has prolonged exposure to acetaminophen, then will it develop the greatest resistance to antibiotics School: Lee’s Summit High School, 12th
Imran, Malaika
SR-CH-002: Comparative Effectiveness of Commercial, Anti Acids, and Dietary Sources in Gastric Acid Neutralization School: Other, 12th Teacher: Olena Novobranova
Ismail, Hodan
SR-EA-004-T2: Food Waste In House Holds School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Jain, Ayanna
SR-MO-022: Tracking Ovarian Cancer Cell–Derived Extracellular Vesicles by Lentiviral Tetraspanin–mCherry Fluorescent Tagging School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Jewell, Sawyer
SR-EA-010: The Effect of Trails on Soil pH with Increased Distances School: Academie Lafayette High School, 9th Teacher: Gretchen M Hubinger
School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer , Selim Sekine
Jones, Vivian
SR-PS-006: Environmental Effects on Ipomoea batatas Rooting School: West Platte Senior High School, 10th Teacher: Shelly Day
Joshi, Neil
SR-PA-003-T2: Deep Neural Network-based Noise Reduction for Folded Pulsar Timing Signals to Improve Timing Precision School: Blue Valley West, 11th Teacher: Jessica Wedermyer
Jumet, Mya
SR-MO-016-T2: Orange You Glad You Have Sinus Tachycardia School: Central Heights High School, 9th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
Kabir, Wasif
SR-MO-006-T3: CRISPR-based treatment for Celiac disease School: Wichita High School East, 11th Teacher: Peter J Reimers
Kamble, Dhirav
SR-AS-011: Where do they Go? Tracking poststocking movement and habitat use of Rainbow Trout in Shawnee Mission Lake School: Center For Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS), 12th Teacher: Eric Kessler
Kamran, Lilah
SR-MO-018-T2: Quantitative Analysis and Prediction of Acid-Induced Enamel Damage in Primary Teeth School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 9th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Kanna, Arshika
SR-MI-002: Antifungal Sensitivity and Morphotype variation in Bullera alba School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Kates, Jonas
SR-MS-008: The Effect of Different Percentages of Bone Ash on the Shrinkage of Various Clays. School: Academie Lafayette High School, 9th Teacher: Gretchen M Hubinger
Keith, James
SR-CH-009: Texturized: How Flours Affect The Texture Of The Cake School: Farm School KC, 9th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Kelly, Leah
SR-EM-003-T3: Edible Bridge School: Farm School KC, 11th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Khanzada, Hadi
SR-BE-018: The Impact of Binaural Beat Frequency on Standardized Reading Comprehension Scores School: Blue Valley West, 10th
King, Jetta
SR-PS-010: The Effect of Fertilizer ingredients on Root growth School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Kiran Krishnan, Diya
SR-CM-003: Computer Aided Identification of Natural Compounds that Inhibit Mycobacterium tuberculosis School: Blue Valley West, 9th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Kirkland, Joshua
SR-MI-012: The Effects of Bacimethrin on Thiamine Supplemented Chlamydomonas Reinhardtii School: Basehor-Linwood High, 11th Teacher: Sean Nash
Le, Jolyne
SR-EE-012: Ultrasonic-Driven Particle Migration and High-Density Filtration for Microplastic Removal and Discharge Reduction in Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP’s) School: Bishop Carroll Catholic High School, 10th Teacher: Megan Zapata
Leininger, Boyd
SR-PS-003: Battle of the Boosters: Synthetic vs. Organic fertilizers School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Li, Arielle
SR-MO-002: Analyzing the Effect of Ballet Training of Various Levels on Balance Ability School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Li, Garrett
SR-PA-004: Determining the Impact of Seam Height on a Baseball’s Spin Rate School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Linares, Damian
SR-EM-007-T2: Optic Frame School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Loewen, Hazel
SR-AS-001: Analyzing the Effects of Red Light Exposure on Lumbriculus Variegatus’ Regenerative Properties School: Basehor-Linwood High, 10th Teacher: Sean Nash
Lopez, Josue
SR-PA-007: Potato cannon School: Farm School KC, 10th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Lopez Guardado, Eymi
SR-MO-010: From Sweat to Science: Development of a Wearable Colorimetric Patch for Real-Time Urea Monitoring in Sweat School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Lott, Ruby
SR-PS-004: Does the color of potatos impact the amount of starch School: Academie Lafayette High School, 9th Teacher: Gretchen M Hubinger
Lovett, Finn
SR-PS-018: The Impact of Elevated Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide levels on the Growth Rate of Asparagus Densiflorus School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Luna, Sofia
SR-EM-006: Justice over Wealth: Improving the technology in forensic science School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Selim Sekine , Christopher Kramer
Lundy, Marcus
SR-EM-003-T3: Edible Bridge School: Farm School KC, 10th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Lunon, Ja’Marcus
SR-BE-003-T2: Champion Run School: Shawnee Mission West High, 10th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
MacNeill, Jemma
SR-CS-004: Examining the Evolutionary Rate of Biologic Drug Targets School: Center for Academic Achievement, 11th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Majumdar, Stavan
SR-CM-004: Convergence of Phenotypic and Neurological Subtype Classification of ASD School: Blue Valley Northwest, 10th Teacher: Monica Johnson
Marin Alba, Dakary
SR-MO-012: Improving Thermoplastic Starch Films for Potential Biodegradable Glove Applications School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Marroquin, Dominic
SR-BE-005: Finding the Target Frequency for Stimulus Response in Individuals with Deteriorating Hearing School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Martinez, Jacqueline
SR-EA-007-T2: Missouri River Cleaning Device School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Selim Sekine , Christopher Kramer
McCann, Karl
SR-MI-011: Staph Against Homeopathic Remidies School: Lincoln College Preparatory Academy, 12th Teacher: Shellie Kiwelu
McCannon, Max
SR-PA-005: mass of objects School: Clay-Platte Montessori School, 10th Teacher:
Medill, Juniper
SR-CH-012-T2: The Test of Acids School: Farm School KC, 10th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Medina, Katherine
SR-PS-002: Analyzing the Use of Magnesium Oxide Nano-Particles as a Salt Stress Mitigator for Inoculated Medicago Sativa Plants School: Basehor-Linwood High, 12th Teacher: Sean Nash
SR-PS-017: The effects of traditional Earth based gardening additives on the growth rate of Raphanus sativus in Martian regolith School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Meyerkorth, Nora
SR-BE-015: The Effects of Lyrical and Instrumental Music on Comprehension School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Miller, Samuel
SR-PS-014: The effects of different heating methods on Strawberry DNA School: West Platte Senior High School, 10th Teacher: Shelly Day
Mithun, Eeshwar
SR-EM-001: AI-Driven Crack Prediction Using Acoustic Emission and Wave Signal Analysis in Aerospace Structure School: Blue Valley West, 9th Teacher: Remya Ampadi Ramachandran
Mogenahalli, Dhruv
SR-EE-009: The effect of temperature and pH on the rate of hydrolysis of biodegradable plastic School: Blue Valley Northwest, 11th Teacher: Monica Johnson
Mohamed, Sumayya
SR-PA-008: SpectroAge: A Novel Attention-Based Neural Network for High-Precision Stellar Age Prediction Using Asteroseismic Spectra School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 10th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Montes, Diego
SR-EM-007-T2: Optic Frame School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Moreno, Leteli
SR-MS-004-T2: Development and Performance Evaluation of Mycelium-Based Bio-Composite Panels for Sustainable Roofing Applications School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Morgan, Zachary
SR-MI-010: Propogation of spores of the fungus clonostachys rosea School: Manhattan High School, 12th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Mozingo, Gabriel
SR-BE-012: Quantifying the Effect of Branding on Tatse School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Nagy, Phinehas
SR-MO-004: Characterizing the Role of Ccl8 in Type 1 Diabetes Pathogenesis School: Center For Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS), 11th Teacher: Eric Kessler
Nair, Tvisha
SR-CM-007: Determinants of Cancer Treatment Refusal: A Literature-Based Study School: Blue Valley West, 11th Teacher: Remya Ampadi Ramachandran
Neale, Olivya
SR-CH-005-T2: Ice Cream in a Bag School: Shawnee Mission West High, 9th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
Noland, Olivia
SR-EA-015: The Impact of Oceanic Carbon Dioxide Levels on the Structural Stability of Bivalves and Stony Corals School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Odegaard, Elise
SR-EA-006: Maximizing Mealworms’ Plastic Consumption School: Other, 9th Teacher: Marian L Odegaard
Pabst, Rhys
SR-EE-010-T3: The Furious Fly Trap School: Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, 9th Teacher: Eran Reem
Park, Elizabeth
SR-MO-003: Characterizing Sweat Reactivity Patterns in Hyperhidrosis: A Multi-Parameter Diagnostic Framework for Non-Invasive Screening School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Patterson, Kristiana
SR-EA-004-T2: Food Waste In House Holds School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Paz Ruiz, Heidi
SR-MI-004: Competitive Exclusion with Bacillus subtilis: Reducing Escherichia coli Biofilm Formation on Veterinary Implant Materials School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Pei, Grace
SR-MO-011: Identifying Molecular Targets to Delay Ovarian Aging School: Shawnee Mission East High, 11th Teacher: M. A. Karim A Rumi
Pirtle, Mason
SR-MS-007-T2: Rust Busters School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Poague, Hailey
SR-MO-025: Role of NKG2D in NOD Mouse Type One Diabetes School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Purcell, Emma
SR-BE-014: The effect of human interactions on the behavioral patterns in Amatitlania Nigrofasciata School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Raheel, Hifsa
SR-BE-001: Barriers and Supports in Return-toLearn: A Mixed-Methods Study of School Nurse Practice and Concussion Documentation School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Andrew Frye
Ramon Garcia, Samanta
SR-EM-005-T2: Improving Student Posture through Ergonomic Seating Design School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer , Selim Sekine
Reber, Avery
SR-EA-011: The Effects of the Type of Ground Surface on the Total Volume of Water Runoff Collected in Milliliters School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Reddy, Adit
SR-BE-019: Understanding the Debt: An Analysis of Young Borrowers’ loan knowledge and the Impact of High School Financial Education and Parental educational level School: Blue Valley North, 10th
Reddy, Anya
SR-EA-017: The use of natural biocoagulants to treat excess algal growth and the recycling of subssequent residue as a soil fertilizer School: Blue Valley North, 10th Teacher: Shelly Weir
Reed, Grant
SR-AS-008: The Elasticity of Risk-Aversion Behavior in Cricket Species Acheta domesticus School: Basehor-Linwood High, 12th Teacher: Sean Nash
Rich, Yehoshua
SR-EE-010-T3: The Furious Fly Trap School: Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, 9th Teacher: Eran Reem
Richards, Elizabeth
SR-PS-008: The Affects of Household Products Commonly Found in Freshwater Systems on Plant Growth School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Ridenour, Ellery
SR-MO-024: Age Matters: Investgating the relationship between GEne expression and clinical outcomes in patients with ETP ALL School: St. Teresa’s Academy, 10th
Rogers, Emma
SR-EA-001: Analyzing the Effects of Sublethal Glyphosate as a Potential Stressor on Two Crayfish Species School: Basehor-Linwood High, 11th Teacher: Sean Nash
Roy, Aditi
SR-MO-005: Conductive Polymer Coatings and Electrical Stimulation for Controlling Cell Growth and Neuronal Differentiation School: Center For Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS), 12th Teacher: Eric Kessler
Rutherford, Amber
SR-EE-007: The effect of ice melt treatment on Amount of ice melted School: West Platte Senior High School, 10th Teacher: Shelly Day
Saffold, Kyleigh
SR-CH-006: Impact of Storage Conditions on the Chemical Stability of Common Analgesics School: Other, 12th Teacher: Olena Novobranova
SR-BE-020: Vestigial Auricular Muscle Activation to Acoustic Startle Stimuli and the Effect of Expectation on Self-Reported Perception in Adolescents
School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Sanchez, Gissele
SR-MO-023-T2: X-Ray Resistant Scrubs School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Christopher Kramer
Sandberg, Faith
SR-EA-013: The efficacy of Typha latifolia in a wetland environment on the phytoremediation of zinc oxide and copper oxide as a result of eclectic car battery use.
School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Schroeber, Colleen
SR-EE-011: The use of Dypsis lutescens and Epipremnum aureum as a method of reducing the growth of microcystis cyanobacteria
School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Scott, Josephine
SR-CM-010: Effect of Post-TBI Delivery Time Of Wharton’s Jelly Mesenchymal Stem Cells (WJ-MSC) on Neuroprotective Marker Expression
School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Scott, Averi
SR-MI-013: The Effects of Different Disinfectants on Bacteria
School: West Platte Senior High School, 10th Teacher: Shelly Day
Shackelford, Cooper
SR-MS-010: The Effects Of Pleurotus Ostreatus On The Breakdown Of Microplastics In Soil
School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Shanmugam, Dishaanth
SR-PA-002: AI-assited Foreground Removal of CMB Polarization Data (EE) using ILC with HalfMission Validation
School: Andover Central High School, 10th
Sheikhnoor, Fatma
SR-EA-007-T2: Missouri River Cleaning Device School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Selim Sekine , Christopher Kramer
SR-AS-006: Microgravity, Macromysteries: Insights into Reproductive Biology in Space School: Center for Academic Achievement, 12th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Simon, Daniel
SR-PS-013: The effectiveness of wood ash as a fertilizer to promote growth in Salvia Rosmarinus School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Slowter, Thai
SR-BE-010: NBA Tall Player School: Shawnee Mission West High, 11th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
Smith, Aryanna
SR-EA-005-T3: Fresh Water Ecosystems School: Central Heights High School, 10th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
SR-CH-005-T2: Ice Cream in a Bag School: Shawnee Mission West High, 12th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
Stigman, Levi
SR-BE-016-T2: The Effects of Time Given To Learn On Students Retention School: West Platte Senior High School, 9th Teacher: Bailee Giger
Stinson, Ella
SR-PS-007-T2: Plants with fertilizer School: Central Heights High School, 9th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
Streetman, Emron
SR-CM-006: Designing experiments to account for spatial distribution of phosphorous School: Manhattan High School, 12th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Stuckey, Jacob
SR-EM-008: The Effects of Different Additives on Permeable Asphalt Stability School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Sufi, Leila
SR-BE-013: The Effect of Different Aspects of Music on Heart Rate School: Center for Academic Achievement, 9th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Suh, Olivia
SR-CS-005: Smartphone-based Car Accident Detection and Emergency Response System Using LSTM School: Blue Valley North, 11th
Trease, Katie
SR-EA-012: The effects of water acidification levels on the mass of shells School: West Platte Senior High School, 10th Teacher: Shelly Day
Unalan, Sinem
SR-CS-002-T2: Development of an Autonomous Line-Guided Waste Collection System for School Cafeterias
School: Frontier STEM High School, 10th Teacher: Aigerim Zholochieva
Vallurupalli, Vikram
SR-CM-013: Nonlinear Dynamic Modeling of Cervical Neuromuscular Stabilization Using Inertial Kinematics and Surface Electromyography School: Blue Valley West, 10th Teacher: Heather Hall
Vargas, Eduardo
SR-CS-006: SmartWatt: IoT-Powered Energy Monitoring for a Smarter Future School: Frontier STEM High School, 12th Teacher: Merve Cevik
Venkatesh Prasad, Eera
SR-BE-009: Motor behavior in aged FMR1 KO and WT rats and IL-12 levels in the cerebellum School: Manhattan High School, 11th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Wang, Wenqian
SR-CM-008: Development of a user-friendly bioinformatic pipeline for analyzing RNA sequencing data in biology School: Blue Valley West, 10th
Wang, Enoch
SR-CM-011: I love (Online Gold) Miners School: Manhattan High School, 12th Teacher: Emmily Olgeirson
Ware, Lauren
SR-EE-008: The effect of substrate usage on Nephrolepis exaltata growth in an automated aquaponics system School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Marsha Skoczek
Watts, Brody
SR-MI-009: Is the anti-inflammatory protein tristetraprolin regulated by the NAD⁺ dependent deacetylase Sirt1?
School: Center For Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS), 12th Teacher: Eric Kessler
Welsh, Isabella
SR-AS-005: Establishing the LC50 of Imidacloprid for Melittobia digitata School: Basehor-Linwood High, 11th Teacher: Sean Nash
SR-BE-003-T2: Champion Run School: Shawnee Mission West High, 10th Teacher: Meredith Marlier
Wilson, Kelsie
SR-MO-016-T2: Orange You Glad You Have Sinus Tachycardia School: Central Heights High School, 9th Teacher: Ashley DeGraaf
Winsor, Gavin
SR-MI-008: Investigating the Antibacterial Properties of Berberine Hydrochloride School: Olathe North High School, 12th Teacher: Amy Clement
Wu, Matt
SR-CM-005: Data Analysis Project School: Blue Valley Northwest, 12th Teacher: Eric
Xiang, Evan
SR-CS-001-T2: Design and Development of an IoT Network for Contactless Vital Sign Health Monitoring and Fall Detection School: Pembroke High School, 12th Teacher: Independent
Xiloj Torres, Martha
SR-PS-005: Dose-Dependent Effects of Bordeaux Mixture on Root Rot Suppression and Phytotoxicity in Dracaena trifasciata School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Yancey, Kira
SR-AS-003: Effect of RNA Editing in Granulosa Cells of the Ovary on Female Fertility School: Shawnee Mission South High, 12th Teacher: Dr. Kenneth Lee
Young, Mariah
SR-MS-006: Engineering Biodegradable Gelatin–Glycerin Films as Eco-Friendly Grocery Bag Alternatives School: Van Horn High School, 12th Teacher: Debbie Cox
Young, Henry
SR-PA-009: The Impact of Wood Species on the Modulus of Elasticity for Baseball Bat Construction School: Academie Lafayette High School, 9th Teacher: Gretchen M Hubinger
Yousafi, Fazilat
SR-CS-003: Development of an Interactive Bluetooth-Controlled Lamp System School: Frontier STEM High School, 9th Teacher: Aigerim Zholochieva
Yousafi, Sami
SR-EA-002: Banana Peel–Derived Biochar Coatings for Enhancing Thermal Textile Materials Resistance of School: Frontier STEM High School, 11th Teacher: Emrehan Kaygusuz
Zhao, Nathan
SR-CS-001-T2: Design and Development of an IoT Network for Contactless Vital Sign Health Monitoring and Fall Detection School: Pembroke High School, 12th Teacher: Independent Achberger, Addison
Junior Division
JR-BE-006: Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover School: Notre Dame de Sion Schools of Kansas City, 8th Teacher: Veronica Shackelford
Adam, Sumaya
JR-CS-006: What Materials Can Block a Wi-Fi Signal? School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 8th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
JR-MO-004: Natural Vs. Sports School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Anderson, Harper
JR-MS-020: Sip or Skip? School: Kansas City Christian School, 8th Teacher: Ryan Difani
Apolinar, Joselin
JR-CH-024-T3: Investigating the Effect of a Wax Layer on the Shelf Life of Sample Fruits. School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 7th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Arnett, Kate
JR-CH-041: The Effects of Different Oils Toasting Bread School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Ashur, Sofia
JR-BE-010-T3: How Different Factors Affect Behavior School: Harmony Middle, 6th Teacher: Misti Wald
Asthana, Vihaan
JR-EA-001: Bioplastics :”Break it down!” School: Aubry Bend Middle, 6th Teacher: Haley Watkins
Awil, Maryama
JR-EE-002: Building earthquake-resistant buildings School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 7th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
JR-PS-019: The Effect of Organic Material o n the Growth of Oyster Mushrooms School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Baker, Hudson
JR-PA-016: The Effect of the Density of Golf Ball on the Distance an Eight Iron Will Hit the Golf Ball School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Balderrama, Nayla
JR-BE-020-T3: The Effect of a Vice Principal’s Photo on the Main Floor Hallway During Passing Period School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Balentine, Theodore
JR-CS-003: Shot Timer Pro School: Kansas City Christian School, 7th Teacher: Elizabeth Sawyer
Ball, Beckett
JR-EM-019-T3: What Paper Airplane Design Flies The Best School: Holy Trinity Paola, 6th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Barnes, Katie
JR-MI-009: Forever Changed: The Impact of Forever Chemicals on the Growth of E. coli and S. cerevisiae School: Center for Academic Achievement, 8th Teacher: Kenneth Lee
Barrack, Everett
JR-CH-010: Egg-cellent Replacement School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Barrack, Ellis
JR-MI-019-T2: Shopping With Bacteria School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Barrera, Jasmine
JR-CH-008-T2: Comparison of ph levels in drinking water samples :from most expensive to cheapest School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 6th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Barton, Abigail
JR-EA-005: Out of Order School: South Valley Middle, 8th Teacher: Teri Campos
Beatty, Charlie
JR-CH-001: All About That Base School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Beckley, Ashlyn
JR-BE-001: Athletic Advantage School: Kansas City Christian School, 8th Teacher: Ryan Difani
Benitez, Freddy
JR-EE-006-T3: The Effect of Different Coil Designs on Electromagnetic Force School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
JR-PS-008-T3: How Does the Placement of Compost Within a Pot Affect Plant Growth? School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Brant, Donovan
JR-BE-024: The Effect of Middle School Boy Versus Middle School Girl Vocals on the Frequency of the Major Syllables School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
JR-CH-021: Ice Cream Melting School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Camacho, Carlos
JR-CH-007-T2: Comparing the Effectiveness and Cost of Different Salts for Melting Ice School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Cameron, Clark
JR-EM-008-T2: How Does Fin Shape Affect The Accuracy Of A Rocket School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Campbell, Kenzie
JR-BE-012-T3: Lights, Color, Action! How Kids’ Shows Impact Brain Stimuli School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
JR-CH-025-T3: Investigation of Bacterial Presence in Swimming Pool Water Samples in Kansas City, Missouri School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 6th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Carlburg, Harley
JR-CS-002: Magnet Power School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
Carletti, Zachary
JR-AS-009: Seeds of Change School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
Carlson, Ryder
JR-MS-014: Match experiment
School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Carpenter, Scarlett
JR-BE-028: The Effect of Type of Distraction on Math Test Score
JR-BE-020-T3: The Effect of a Vice Principal’s Photo on the Main Floor Hallway During Passing Period
School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Crawford, Samuel
JR-CH-032: Salted Slice
School: Saint James Catholic School, 7th Teacher: Nikki Hantel
Cronister, Nora
JR-MI-026: Which surface proves/disproves the 5 second rule?
School: Holy Trinity Paola, 7th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Curboy, Taylor
JR-PA-018: The Fluctuation of the Merger Route to Galactic Bar Formation Across Redshift School: Monticello Trails Middle School, 8th Teacher: Laura Decedue
Curry, Tommy
JR-PA-008: Parachute for the Stars School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Davis, Siobhan
JR-EA-012-T2: When it Rains, it Drains...But What Remains?
School: Walden Middle, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Dawson, Isabella
JR-MI-017-T2: Project Clean The Way School: Bingham Middle School, 7th Teacher: Melanie Edens
Del Rio, Marina
JR-CH-025-T3: Investigation of Bacterial Presence in Swimming Pool Water Samples in Kansas City, Missouri School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 6th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
DeLoux, Lucas
JR-BE-004: Color Chaos
School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
JR-EE-005: How to Keep Fast Food French Fries Warm on a Car Ride Home School: Westridge Middle, 8th Teacher: Audrey Taylor
Dimas, Erick
JR-EE-006-T3: The Effect of Different Coil Designs on Electromagnetic Force School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Doddapaneni, Lasya
JR-BE-005: Does Background Noise Affect Memory Recall in Middle Schoolers? School: Other, 8th
Doddapaneni, Savya
JR-BE-016: Sleep vs Reaction Time Across Different Age Groups School: Other, 6th
Dodge-Ostendorf, Grant
JR-EA-015: The Effect of the Water Additive on Survival Rate of Daphnia. School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Doering, Addison
JR-MS-018: Ready, Set Dry! Which Marker Color Wins?
School: Saint James Catholic School, 7th Teacher: Nikki Hantel
Dold, Owen
JR-MI-007-T2: Filthy Fountains School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Doran, Shiloh
JR-BE-017: Sounds of Success School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
Dowling, Ava
JR-MS-023: Too Hot to Handle School: Saint James Catholic School, 7th Teacher: Nikki Hantel
Durham, Colton
JR-MS-019: Rust and magetism School: Monticello Trails Middle School, 7th Teacher: Laura Decedue
Edmondson, William
JR-EM-008-T2: How Does Fin Shape Affect The Accuracy Of A Rocket School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Eguade, Carlos
JR-CH-024-T3: Investigating the Effect of a Wax Layer on the Shelf Life of Sample Fruits. School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 7th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Eke, Etinosa
JR-MS-002-T2: Aluminum Heat School: South Valley Middle, 8th Teacher: Teri Campos
Elliott, Jonathan
JR-BE-007-T3: Don’t Judge a Cake by Its Frosting! School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Emery, Noa
JR-PS-004: Effect of Types of Recycling Material on Growth of Money Plant School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Everhart, Perrin
JR-AS-015: The Effect of Spring Water pH on the Matle of an Aquatic Snail School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Fisher, Kathryn
JR-MS-011: Heat under Hair School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Flanigan-Thurman, Shyanne
JR-MS-008: Fast and Furious Winds School: University Academy Middle School, 7th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
Flesher, Jackson
JR-NV-007-T3: Magnets, trains, and speed oh my! School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
JR-CH-024-T3: Investigating the Effect of a Wax Layer on the Shelf Life of Sample Fruits. School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 7th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Fontana, Marco
JR-MI-001: A Mouthful Of Bacteria School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Forrest, Gavin
JR-CM-006: The Effect of Field Dimensions of Amount of Home Runs Hit in Each Stadium School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Franz, Damian
JR-CH-018-T3: How Does the Type of Flour Affect the Taste, Texture, and Color of Cookies? School: Monticello Trails Middle School, 6th Teacher: Laura Decedue
Frederick, Aeryn
JR-CH-012: Ethanol is There Another Way? School: South Valley Middle, 6th Teacher: Teri Campos
Freeman, Talia
JR-NV-008-T3: Pan Divider School: Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, 8th Teacher: Eran Reem
Freeman, Alyssa
JR-PA-022: Water Rockets School: Pleasant View R-IV, 7th Teacher: Naomi Meinecke
Fuentes, Jhante
JR-MI-012: Is the 5 Second Rule True?
School: Saint James Catholic School, 7th Teacher: Nikki Hantel
Fuller, Lincoln
JR-CH-043: The Pain of Stains
School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Fuqua, Javion
JR-EM-001: AI enabled, 3D printed Robot Arm School: The Ignition Lab at Operation Breakthrough, 11th Teacher: Michael Overstreet
JR-BE-019: Tasty Brands and Taste Buds School: Saint James Catholic School, 7th Teacher: Nikki Hantel
Graham, Bridget
JR-MI-016: Pawsitive for Bacteria School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Grice, Jettie
JR-BE-030: The Effects of Different Types of Breakfast Foods on Blood Sugar School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Grimm, Soren
JR-CH-018-T3: How Does the Type of Flour Affect the Taste, Texture, and Color of Cookies?
School: Monticello Trails Middle School, 6th Teacher: Laura Decedue
Gulati, Aditya
JR-PA-006-T2: Mysteries of a Pendulum - A School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Gutierrez-Sullenger, Lucas
JR-MI-024: The Effect of Temperature on the pGlo Luminosity in E. coli School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Haar, Abigail
JR-MS-003: Avocado oxidization School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Hadd, Avery
JR-PS-010: Is plant fertilizer a scam School: Holy Trinity Paola, 8th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Hall, Fiona
JR-AS-008: Feeling the heat School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Hall, Leah
JR-AS-016: The Effect of Temperature of Aquarium Water on the Behavoir of Zebra Fish School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Hammer, Braelyn
JR-AS-012: The Effect of Duration of Exposure to Erythritol on Lifespan of Drosophila Melanogaster School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Hare, Cody
JR-MO-006-T3: Sports Drinks: Are They Worth The Hype?
School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Harmon, David
JR-EA-007: Premium water or premium plastic? School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Hart, Callie
JR-PS-003: Does fertilizer affect plant growth rates School: Holy Trinity Paola, 6th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Hazelton, Jenna
JR-PS-018: The Effect of Microgravity on Alfalfa’s Ability to Go Through Nitrogen Fixation School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Heap, Margaret
JR-MI-028: Sleeping With Bacteria School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Heinen, Jacob
JR-CH-047: Sticky Situation School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Hemingway-Turner, Hadley
JR-BE-011-T2: How does a snack reward affect student achievement?
School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Henry, Berkley
JR-MI-010: How does nail length affect the germs after handwashing?
School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Hernandez, Syuri
JR-AS-005-T2: Effects of mixlights on animal behavior
School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Herrera Cortez, Joselyn
JR-PS-005-T2: Effects between different Colors of lights that affects plant growth. (Mung Beans) School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
JR-CH-009: Cool Coolers School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Just, William
JR-NV-007-T3: Magnets, trains, and speed oh my! School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Kahm, Sierra
JR-BE-031-T3: The Power of Placebo: Mind Over Matter School: Harmony Middle, 6th Teacher: Misti Wald
Kao, Oliver
JR-CM-005: NeuroMatch: A Targeted Digital Memory Intervention for Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Patients School: Piper Middle School (6-8), 7th Teacher: Independent
Keeler, Emlyn
JR-MI-014: Lighting Up Bacteria School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Keeley, Claire
JR-EA-009: Steam Dreams School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Keeley, Alice
JR-EM-007: Gone With the Wind Turbine School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Kehoe, Madeline
JR-BE-032: The Stroop Effect School: Notre Dame de Sion Schools of Kansas City, 8th Teacher: Veronica Shackelford
Kelley, Evelyn
JR-EA-006: Plastic Problem School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Kilby, Brenna
JR-PA-011: Soap Box Derby Speed School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Kirby, Cameron
JR-CH-029: On Fire! School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Kirchner, Nola
JR-MS-004: Bring on the Heat! School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Kletke, Ada
JR-MS-021: The Art of Science School: Calvary Lutheran School, 8th Teacher: Esther Lott
Kotake, Logan
JR-PA-009-T2: Puck Drop School: South Valley Middle, 8th Teacher: Teri Campos Krehbiel, Lucy
JR-MI-025: The Effect of the Type of Light on Staphylococcus epidermidis Colony Growth School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
LaFaver, Isabelle
JR-BE-015-T2: Repeat vs. Defeat School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
JR-AS-006-T2: Feathered Armor: A Study of Waterproofing School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Lawson, Mitchell
JR-EM-019-T3: What Paper Airplane Design Flies The Best School: Holy Trinity Paola, 6th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Lawson, Aimee
JR-PS-009: How well did the daisy grow? School: Holy Trinity Paola, 8th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Lin, Kingsley
JR-EM-009: How does Parachute material affect decent time? School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Lin, Donnie
JR-MI-005-T3: Contact Time on Screens School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Lipka, Camden
JR-MI-027: Who has the dirty mouth School: Bingham Middle School, 7th Teacher: Melanie Edens
Lott, Ariel
JR-BE-033: To Fidget or Not to Fidget School: Calvary Lutheran School, 8th Teacher: Esther Lott
Lovitt, Keaton
JR-MI-005-T3: Contact Time on Screens School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Lowell, Adeline
JR-BE-031-T3: The Power of Placebo: Mind Over Matter School: Harmony Middle, 6th Teacher: Misti Wald
Lozano, Giovanni
JR-CH-007-T2: Comparing the Effectiveness and Cost of Different Salts for Melting Ice School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Lucero, Lily
JR-EA-003: Filtration Faceoff School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Lugo, Olivia
JR-EE-007: The Effect of the Type of Material Used to Build a Seawall on the Amount of Sand Lost School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Lutterman, Olivia
JR-MS-006-T2: Can red cabbage replace artificial coloring and provide a natural source of electrolytes? School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Lynam, Keira
JR-BE-025: The Effect of Practice on the Time and Correct Answers for the Stroop Effect School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Magdaleno, Rihanna
JR-AS-003-T2: Comparison from school made fish food vs comnercial School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Magdaleno, Annalan
JR-AS-003-T2: Comparison from school made fish food vs comnercial School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Maher, August
JR-CH-002: Are We Melted Yet? School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Manion, Evelyn
JR-MS-005-T2: Can Microplastic Filled Glitter Be Replaced School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Mann, Zachary
JR-CH-038: The Effect of Regular Strength Tylenol versus Extra Strength Tylenol on the Quality of Crystal from Extraction School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Mannell, Barrett
JR-BE-015-T2: Repeat vs. Defeat School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Marcantonio, Alouisa
JR-AS-013: The Effect of Parent Ball Python Genes On Offspring Ball Python Genes. School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Marnell, Marlowe
JR-MI-006: Fabric Face Off School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
JR-NV-007-T3: Magnets, trains, and speed oh my! School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Martinez, Isabella
JR-CH-008-T2: Comparison of ph levels in drinking water samples :from most expensive to cheapest School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 6th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Martinez, Marco
JR-CH-026: Marshmallow Mayhem: Big, Small, or S’more School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Martinez, Josue
JR-EE-006-T3: The Effect of Different Coil Designs on Electromagnetic Force School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 7th Teacher: Jesseca Lindsay
Marts, Benjamin
JR-EM-005-T2: Fight For Flight School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Mayen-Flores, Angelica
JR-EM-015: The Blade Battles School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
McDaniels, Caleb
JR-CH-003: Baking cookies
School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
McMullin, Tyden
JR-MI-008: Five second rule: fact or myth School: Other, 7th Teacher: Independent
Meehan, Hunter
JR-MO-006-T3: Sports Drinks: Are They Worth The Hype?
School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Megerman, Golda
JR-NV-008-T3: Pan Divider
School: Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, 8th Teacher: Eran Reem
JR-PS-006-T3: Effects of different volumes to plant growth study.
School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Meyer, Miku
JR-PS-008-T3: How Does the Placement of Compost Within a Pot Affect Plant Growth? School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Meyers, Eliana
JR-AS-004: Cracking under pressure School: Holy Trinity Paola, 7th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Meyer-Yu, Pa’a
JR-MS-001: Absorbing water School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Mezil, Jace
JR-MS-002-T2: Aluminum Heat School: South Valley Middle, 8th Teacher: Teri Campos
Miller, Lana Miller
JR-BE-031-T3: The Power of Placebo: Mind Over Matter School: Harmony Middle, 6th Teacher: Misti Wald
Miller, Caleb
JR-PA-014: The Effect of Drop Height of a Marble on the Ability of a Marble to Complete a Rollercoaster Loop School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Miller, Annabelle
JR-PS-002: Cross-pollination Across The Nation School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Minnich, Reagan
JR-CH-035: Sugar Showdown School: Kansas City Christian School, 8th Teacher: Ryan Difani
Mishra, Vidhi
JR-EE-001: A novel Salvia Hispanica-Based Bioremediation Strategy to Mitigate Microplastic Ingestion & Intestinal Accumulation through Drinking Water School: California Trail Middle School, 7th
Mohamed, Zakariyya
JR-CM-001: Code Against the Current: Predicting Harmful Algal Blooms in Kansas and Missouri Lakes Using Machine Learning School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 7th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Monnig, Andrew
JR-EA-013: Wild Water School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Moore, Marcus
JR-CE-001: How does the amount of baking soda affect the reaction of lemon?
School: University Academy Middle School, 7th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
Morgan, Clayton
JR-BE-027: The Effect of the Type of Music on Heart Rate and Emotions School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Mudd, Robert
JR-EM-005-T2: Fight For Flight School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Murdock, Sage
JR-MS-013: Is Safety Really Safe
School: Saint James Catholic School, 7th Teacher: Nikki Hantel
Murray, London
JR-EA-011: What’s in Your Water? School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Myers, KeMarah
JR-PS-007: How does a different material in place of a compost layers in a biosphere jar affect how tall a plant grows in a biosphere?
School: University Academy Middle School, 8th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
Nicely, William
JR-CH-031: Popcorn
School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Normile, Sophie
JR-MS-022: This Changes Everything School: Kansas City Christian School, 8th Teacher: Ryan Difani
Nunez, Sofia
JR-EA-014: How to clean your water School: Kansas City Christian School, 7th Teacher: Elizabeth Sawyer
Okken, Kathleen
JR-CH-005: Chill Out School: Kansas City Christian School, 8th Teacher: Ryan Difani
Ortiz, Alexia
JR-AS-005-T2: Effects of mixlights on animal behavior
School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Owen, Emma
JR-PS-008-T3: How Does the Placement of Compost Within a Pot Affect Plant Growth? School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
JR-EM-013-T2: Streamlining Space: What Effect Does the Rocket Nose Cone Shape Have on the Amount of Drag Produced? School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Rachel Parkes
Pathak, Ahana
JR-PA-004-T2: How Stellar Mass Affects Star Lifespan: A Comparision to the Sun School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Pellman, Chelsea
JR-CH-018-T3: How Does the Type of Flour Affect the Taste, Texture, and Color of Cookies? School: Monticello Trails Middle School, 6th Teacher: Laura Decedue
Perry, Aiden
JR-BE-023: The Effect of Middle Level Boys and Middle Level Girls on the Preferences for Game Play Developed using Python on Pong School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
JR-MI-013: It Just Makes Scents School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Pohl, Parker
JR-NV-001-T2: Alternative fuel for Rockets School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Polise, Elsie
JR-CH-028: Octane Olympics School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Portales, Jonathan
JR-BE-020-T3: The Effect of a Vice Principal’s Photo on the Main Floor Hallway During Passing Period School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 7th Teacher: Jesseca Lindsay
Porter, Bethany JR-NV-009: The Napkin Aid School: Westridge Middle, 7th Teacher: Allison Leever
Ranz, Mia JR-MO-010: The Effects of Heat and Heat Protectant School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Rasquinha, Andrea JR-EM-013-T2: Streamlining Space: What Effect Does the Rocket Nose Cone Shape Have on the Amount of Drag Produced? School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Rachel Parkes
Raygoza, Moidelyn JR-PS-006-T3: Effects of different volumes to plant growth study. School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Reardon, Samantha JR-MS-017: Patch Perfect School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Reckelhoff, Stella JR-MI-021: The Effect of Different Colored Lighting on the Growth of Algae School: Westridge Middle, 8th Teacher: Audrey Taylor
Reed, Christian
JR-AS-006-T2: Feathered Armor: A Study of Waterproofing School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Rees, Bryn
JR-BE-018-T2: Studying with Success School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
Reinke, Silas
JR-MO-001-T2: Conquering Concussions
School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
Reynoso, Diego
JR-PS-006-T3: Effects of different volumes to plant growth study.
School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Richmond, Olivia
JR-CH-045: Water Bottle War School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Roberson, Sylvia
JR-PA-015: The Effect of Strngth of Materials on the Ability of a Artifical Hand on Lifting Mass School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Rogers, Olivia
JR-BE-003-T2: Can Color Trick Your Taste Buds School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Rose, Zion
JR-CH-019: How long to pickle a pickle School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Ross, Ryan
JR-CH-017: How does the amount of hydrogen peroxide affect the temperature of the elephant toothpaste?
School: University Academy Middle School, 7th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
Roth, Aaron
JR-BE-022: The Effect of Beats Per Minute of Music in an Uniquely Composed Song on the Preferences of Middle School Students
JR-MI-019-T2: Shopping With Bacteria School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobson
Rule, Luke
JR-EA-004-T2: How does Surface Type Affect Percolation of Water?
School: Oak Hill Day School, 8th Teacher: Jared Cole
Sameen, Safwana
JR-BE-008-T2: Dreams and Screen Time School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Sanders, Kian
JR-BE-034-T2: What helps you comprehend a book better School: Holy Trinity Paola, 7th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Santos, Ethan
JR-PS-005-T2: Effects between different Colors of lights that affects plant growth. (Mung Beans) School: Guadalupe Centers Middle School, 8th Teacher: Jesseca S Lindsey
Schafer, Perry
JR-EM-018: The Effect of the Type of Heart Rate Monitor on Heart Rate School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Schlozman, Evan
JR-NV-008-T3: Pan Divider
School: Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, 8th Teacher: Eran Reem
Schmitt, Mia
JR-CH-023: Ice, Ice Baby! School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
JR-CH-016: Gummy Bears & Human Cells School: Pleasant View R-IV, 7th Teacher: Naomi Meinecke
Spencer, Jed
JR-BE-034-T2: What helps you comprehend a book better School: Holy Trinity Paola, 7th Teacher: Patrick Poetter
Spitz, Logan
JR-CH-044: Too Cool For School School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Stark, Abriella
JR-BE-003-T2: Can Color Trick Your Taste Buds School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
Starr, Jeremy
JR-CS-001: AI in coding School: Harmony Middle, 7th Teacher: Misti Wald
Stevenson, Miles
JR-PS-016: Spiced Plants School: University Academy Middle School, 8th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
Stoll, Nora
JR-CH-020-T2: How pigments react School: Farm School KC, 7th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Stosich, Asher
JR-MS-012: Insulation Matters School: South Valley Middle, 7th Teacher: Teri Campos
Syed, Naba
JR-CM-003: Evaluating Duckweed as a Bioindicator of Freshwater Microplastic Contamination Using Computational Classification School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 8th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Talley, Courtland
JR-CM-007: The Effect of Length of Password on the Amount of Time to Decipher the Password Using Scratch Coding School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Taylor, Darcy
JR-BE-021: The Effect of Age on Reaction Time School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
JR-MO-005: Natural water filters School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Waqar, Izza
JR-PA-003: How Does Grain Size Affect Dust Clumping in Rotating Systems? School: Islamic School of Kansas City, 8th Teacher: Farzana Jabeen
Watson, Kaylyn
JR-BE-026: The Effect of the Age on Accuracy to Identifying Drugs School: Kearney Junior High, 8th Teacher: Rachel Cerra
Weemhoff, Sloane
JR-MO-008: Teeth Whitening School: Notre Dame de Sion Schools of Kansas City, 8th Teacher: Veronica Shackelford
Wheeler, Skylar
JR-CH-020-T2: How pigments react School: Clay-Platte Montessori School, 6th
White, Henry
JR-PA-012: Splash or Pass School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Wiley, Lillian
JR-MI-022: The Effect of Slime Activator on Amount of Bacteria Growth School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Will, Rosalie
JR-CH-036: Sugar Spread School: Saint Peter’s, 8th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Will, Eagan
JR-MS-016: Paper Under Pressure! School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Williams, Jazlyn
JR-BE-009: Heart beats
School: University Academy Middle School, 6th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
Williams, Lily
JR-MI-011: If bath toys could talk which would beg for soap School: Bingham Middle School, 7th Teacher: Melanie Edens
Williams, Ellie
JR-PS-021: Watering Plants
School: Santa Fe Trail Elementary, 6th Teacher: Rachel DeGarmo
Willis, Quinn
JR-AS-011: The Effect of Detergent, Netrogena Sunscreen, or Coral Safe Sunscreen on the Regeneration of Planaria School: Heritage Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Wolff, Violet
JR-MI-020: Staph Showdown School: Saint Peter’s, 7th Teacher: Robert Jacobsen
Wong, Makala
JR-PA-002: Car Physics
School: South Valley Middle, 8th Teacher: Teri Campos
Woodside, Ava
JR-BE-018-T2: Studying with Success School: West Platte Junior Middle School, 8th Teacher: Kaitlyn Stoll
Wright, Daiva
JR-PS-022: How does the addition of sodium polyacrylate affect the growth of onion plants? School: University Academy Middle School, 7th Teacher: Keisha Ricketts
YaDullah, Leah
JR-BE-010-T3: How Different Factors Affect Behavior School: Harmony Middle, 6th Teacher: Misti Wald
Yago, Josephine
JR-BE-014: Psychology of Music and Focus School: Farm School KC, 8th Teacher: Lisa McKenzie
Yap, Leila
JR-AS-014: The Effect of Sodium Phosphate Monobasic on the Behavoir of Procambarus clarkii (Crayfish)
School: Liberty Middle, 6th Teacher: Rebecca Groebe
Yerino, Logan
JR-PS-013: Plants Environment Salinity! School: Plaza Middle School, 8th Teacher: Hannah Davis
IN-EA-002: Huh! Where Did My Shells Go? School: The Barstow School, 5th Teacher: Karen Collins
Ramsey, Miles
IN-MI-004: How long is safe? School: Prairie Ridge Elementary, 5th Teacher: Chrissy Russell
Reznikova, Anna
IN-CH-002: Are My Snacks Too Sour or Too Sweet? Testing pH in school snacks and their impact on children’s tooth erosion School: Apache Innovative School, 4th Teacher: Olena Novobranova
