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Rocket scientists present findings at annual science fair
Rocket scientists present findings at annual science fair
Students showcased their projects at the Science Department’s annual science fair, some using their love of biking, technology, or sunshine as the basis for their projects.
Projects ranged from Can I change my brain waves? to Effects of Sunscreen on Daphnia magna. Sophomore Nico Voegele, first-place winner, explored if the length of a VSB-C Cable would have an effect on the amount of time needed to fully charge a device, while sophomore Annabel Moeves, second-place winner, investigated which exercise would have the most significant afterburn: running, biking, or lifting.
Great work Rockets!
McNicholas Science Fair Awards
First Place
Nico Voegele | Effect of the Length of VSB-C Cable on Charging Time
Second Place
Annabel Moeves | Does running, biking, or lifting have the most significant afterburn?
Third Place
AJ Goff | Effect of Wind Turbine Blade Material on Speed and Sound
Honorable Mentions
Molly Armstrong | How does chlorine water impact skin?
Josie Mayfield | Effects of Sunscreen on Daphnia magna
Lily Von Holle | Plastic pollution and solutions
Zach Westerkamp | Can I change my brain waves?
Special Awards
NABT Award for Outstanding Life Science Project
Josie Mayfield | Effects of Sunscreen on Daphnia magna
Governor’s Award in Advanced or Alternative Energy
AJ Goff | Effect of Wind Turbine Blade Material on Speed and Sound
Governor's Award in Information Science & Technology Research
Nico Voegele | Effect of the Length of VSB-C Cable on Charging Time
Governor's Award in Biotechnology & Biomedical Technologies
Zach Westerkamp | Can I change my brain waves?
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Some of life's greatest lessons cannot be found in a textbook. They are discovered standing beneath the ancient arches of the Colosseum, gazing up at masterpieces in Vatican City, or watching the sun set along the Seine River. This spring, 43 McNicholas students experienced those moments firsthand, returning home with a deeper appreciation for art, history, culture, and the world around them.
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