2011 new mexico science and engineering fair winners
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2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
The Cancer Genome Anatomy Project, Phase II
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Awards:
Abeyta, Esteban L.
School: Los Alamos Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Junior Division Sponsor of the Year
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
Abeyta, Eva
School: Los Alamos Middle School
Junior Division Sponsor of the YearSponsor of the Year
Spectroscope Color Lights! The Sequel
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Aitbayev, Camilla R.
School: Sarracino Middle School
New Mexico Optics Industry Association$100 Award
For an innovative project that demonstrates optics science or engineering concepts, technology, or principles
New Mexico Optometric AssociationHonorable Mention
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Honorable Mention JR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Exploring the Antibacterial Effects of Natural Substances
JR Microbiology
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Akkad, Jenene
School: Albuq. School of Excellence
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Junior Division Grand Awards, Life SciencesGraphing Calculator; a $100 cash award; and a subscription to Science News
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Junior Division in the field of Life Sciences
Exploring the Antibacterial Effects of Colloidal Silver (Phase 3)
SR Microbiology
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Akkad, Serene
School: Keystone Home School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and Certificate
Third Place SR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Are You A Guitar Hero?
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Apodaca, Alonzo R.
School: Vaughn High School
Ashmore Award$50 cash award to a team project
In memory of the Rev. and Mrs. Charles M. Ashmore
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Flowing Fuel: Microbial Fuel Cells
SR Engineering
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Appell, Alex B.
School: Carlsbad High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
J-Mars: Java Based Mars Colony Simulator
JR Computer Science
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Arnhart, Camber A.
School: Albq. Institute for Math and Science
Second Place JR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Kill Factor 3: The Age/Storage Affect on Capsicum Peppers
SR Botany
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Baca, Randy L.
School: Taos High School
Second Place SR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Artificial Photosynthesis
JR Energy & Transportation
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Awards:
Bailey, Connor B.
School: Los Alamos Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
UR in the Mud II: Investigations of the Use of Urine in Pueblito Construction
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Baker, Bryden
School: Farmington High School
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and ScienceSr. Div. -- $200 cash award, museum certificate and a museum t-shirt
For a project which shows the four key processes of museums--collecting, studying, interpreting, and presenting
Honorable Mention SR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Where is the perfect image?
JR Computer Science
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Baros, Jacqueline D.
School: St. Mary Middle School
SPIE The International Society for Optical Engineering$100 cash award
For a project that best demonstrates scientific research and engineering applications of optical, photonic, imaging, or optoelectronic technologies
Honorable Mention JR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Coffee
JR Engineering
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Batchelder, Catherine
School: PR Leyva Middle School
Society of Women Engineers, New Mexico Tech Student SectionTI-84 Graphing Calculator
For a junior-level student whose clear and concise project exemplifies a strong interest in engineering
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Characterizing the Effects of Asteroid Belt Perturbations on the Orbits of the Inner Planets
SR Physics & Astronomy
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Bogdanov, Nikita M.
School: Albuquerque Academy
New Mexico Optics Industry Association$250 Award
For an innovative project that demonstrates optics science or engineering concepts, technology, or principles
Professional Aerospace Contractors Association of New Mexico (PACA)$150 award
For an original and well presented project which demonstrates the implementation of the scientific method
Third Place SR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Sunscreen: The Buring Question
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Boisvert, Lydia C.
School: Albuquerque Christian School
Honorable Mention JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Vermicomposting: Recycling Properties of Red Worms: Phase 6 Remediation of Major Contaminants 238U
SR Zoology
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Brassington, Nigel I.
School: Hope Christian School
David K. Shortess AwardPlaque
Presented to the project exhibiting outstanding quality in logic and clarity of presentation
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
First Place SR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Airplane Epidemiology
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Brown, Forest R.
School: Silver High School
Honorable Mention SR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
A Big Fat Deal Phase II: Fat Talk, Body Satisfaction and Perceptions of Media Images
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Burton, L. Elisabeth
School: Rio Rancho High School
American Statistical Association, Albuquerque ChapterSenior Third - Certificate and $25 award for student
For the best use of statistics
Microsoft Student Partners - New Mexico TechMicrosoft Game Studios, MS Office 2010, and MS Windows 7 software
To an effective project which addresses the 8 Millennium Development Goals of the United Nations
First Place SR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Senior Division Grand Awards, Life Sciences
All-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA, where they are eligible to compete as exhibitors
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Senior Division in the field of Life Sciences
Effects of Water Temperature on Grass
JR Botany
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Awards:
Cai, Helen S.
School: Sierra Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Predicting Pungency in Chile
SR Computer Science
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Awards:
Cazares, Joel G.
School: Hatch Valley High School
American Statistical Association, Albuquerque ChapterHonorable Mention
For the best use of statistics
Honorable Mention SR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Mathematically Modeling Capilary Rise
SR Physics & Astronomy
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Chadha, Ujwal
School: Del Norte High School
Professional Aerospace Contractors Association of New Mexico (PACA)First Place - $300 award
For an original and well presented project which demonstrates the implementation of the scientific method
First Place SR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Senior Division Grand Awards, Physical Sciences
All-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA, where they are eligible to compete as exhibitors
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Senior Division in the field of Physical Sciences
Soil Active Carbon Helps Grow Healthier Crops or Enviromental Farming
JR Botany
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Chavez, Catherine A.
School: Los Lunas Middle School
Honorable Mention JR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Multi-Commodity Flow Algorithms for Applications of National Interest in Supply Chain Modeling
SR Computer Science
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Chertkov, Eli
School: Los Alamos High School
Clay T. Smith AwardPlaque
Presented to the project with the greatest potential for immediate practical application
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
First Place SR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Blue or UV: Which Light Will Harm Vitamin B2? Can Vitamin C Beat Them Both?
SR Chemistry
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Chiou, Hellen
School: Carlsbad High School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
American Vacuum Society, Senior Division, First Place
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
How does pH and temperature affect enzyme activity in fruits?
JR Chemistry
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Awards:
Chiou, Lilly F.
School: PR Leyva Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
First Place JR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
The Effect of Elemental Abundances on Stellar Evolution
SR Physics & Astronomy
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Awards:
Clark, Elias D.
School: Cibola High School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Senior Division, Third Place
Rainbow Fire
JR Chemistry
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Click, Rose
School: Mountain Elementary School
Materials & Metallurgical Engineering Dept.New Mexico Tech Materials Department tee-shirt and department deck of cards
For the best materials project
Honorable Mention JR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Fear Factor: Lobster Cockroach Style
JR Zoology
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Connell, Kathleen B.
School: Albq. Institute for Math and Science
Third Place JR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
How Does Temperature Affect Magnets and Magnetic Fields
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Cook, Brandon J.
School: Cliff High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Excursions with Arbitrary Algebraic Numbers
SR Mathematical Sciences
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Awards:
Cordwell, Katherine L.
School: Manzano High School
Third Place SR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
GPS: Galactic Positioning System
JR Physics & Astronomy
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Awards:
Crockett, Evan S.
School: Mountain View Middle School
SPIE The International Society for Optical Engineering$150 cash award
For a project that best demonstrates scientific research and engineering applications of optical, photonic, imaging, or optoelectronic technologies
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Modeling and Design of a Low Earth Orbit Space Debris Amateur Tracking Station
SR Physics & Astronomy
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Awards:
Crockett, Travis N.
School: Cleveland High School
American Meteorological SocietyCertificate of Outstanding Achievement
For a creative scientific endeavor in the areas of atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences
Mu Alpha ThetaCertificate and letter to the student's teacher
For the most challenging, thorough, and creative investigation of a problem involving mathematics
SPIE The International Society for Optical Engineering$250 cash award
For a project that best demonstrates scientific research and engineering applications of optical, photonic, imaging, or optoelectronic technologies
United States Air Force
Contour Computer Backpack II, Travis & Wells Charging Stand, Scripto Flash Jotter Buncle set, and certificate
United States Metric AssociationCertificate
This award is given to the project that involves quantitative measurement using SI methods and systems.
Honorable Mention SR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Solar Cooking
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Cruz, Ashley N.
School: St. Teresa of Avila School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and Certificate
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Sparkles from the Sea
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Awards:
Dallo, Sarah M.
School: Albuq. School of Excellence
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Lettuce Go Wild
JR Botany
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Awards:
Daniels, Sarah M.
School: Roy Municipal School
Honorable Mention JR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
A Menace to Society
JR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Daniels, Trey R.
School: Roy Municipal School
Coalition for Excellence in Science Education$200 savings bond
For a project which demonstrates an innovative solution to an "everyday" science problem
Second Place JR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
White or Brown? Measuring the Strength of Eggshells
JR Engineering
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Awards:
Dauk, Anna E.
School: Roosevelt Middle School
Honorable Mention JR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
DWD: Driving With Distractions, Part II
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
Dennis, Jazrine I.
School: Piedra Vista High School
New Mexico Optometric Association$50 cash award
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Second Place SR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
The Future of Water Treatment: The Microbial Fuel Cell
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Detmer, Matt J.
School: Piedra Vista High School
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
Yale Science and Engineering AssociationCertificate and Medallion
Awarded to an outstanding 11th grader
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Projectile Penetration Through Reinforced Concrete vs Projectile Shape & Concrete Cure Time
JR Engineering
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Awards:
DiGregorio, Steven J.
School: Cleveland Middle School
Honorable Mention JR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Can You Determine The Diet of a Bat Based on its Skull Shape?
JR Zoology
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Awards:
Dunnum, Somiya K.
School: Jefferson Middle School
Honorable Mention JR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
A Mathematical Model of the Van't Hoff Factor and It's Applications
SR Chemistry
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Awards:
Durvalsula, Maya M.
School: Albuquerque Academy
Second Place SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Can We Save the Birds, Which Solvents Work Best to Remove Oil from Bird Feathers
JR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Eldred, Kaitlyn S.
School: Roosevelt Middle School
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)Certificate and medallion
For a research project that emphasizes NOAA's mission to understand and predict changes to Earth's environment
Honorable Mention JR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Recycling With Radishes
SR Botany
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Awards:
Emerson, Deana R.
School: Grants High School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.Third Place -- $50 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
Honorable Mention SR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Does Mutation in Drosophila Melanogaster Affect Their Attraction to Different Odors?
SR Zoology
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Awards:
Emerson, Haili K.
School: Grants High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Third Place SR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Controllable Chemistry: Dielectric Barrier Discharge Conversion of Pollution Gasses
SR Chemistry
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Awards:
Erickson, Holly C.
School: Los Alamos High School
AVS Science and Technology Society, New Mexico ChapterSenior Division - Second Place - $200 cash award for both student and teacher
Awarded to the most creative chemistry or physics project that successfully follows the scientific method
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
Third Place SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Water for the World - Developing a Portable Solor Powered Desalination Unit
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Erickson, Ryan C.
School: Los Alamos High School
AVS Science and Technology Society, New Mexico ChapterSenior Division First Place -- $300 cash award for both student and teacher
Awarded to the most creative chemistry or physics project that successfully follows the scientific method
National Society of Professional EngineersCertificate and lapel pin
Given to a project that demonstrates applied engineering principles
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Rocky Mountain Water Environment Assoc. (RMWEA)Senior Division - First Place - $400 cash award
For the best project which demonstrate an improved understanding of such current issues as potable water supply, wastewater treatment, and ambient water pollution control.
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
United States Air Force
Contour Computer Backpack II, Travis & Wells Charging Stand, Scripto Flash Jotter Buncle set, and certificate
First Place SR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Senior Division Grand Awards, Physical Sciences
All-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA, where they are eligible to compete as exhibitors
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Senior Division in the field of Physical Sciences
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
The Future of Water Treatment: The Microbial Fuel Cell
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Fernald, Trevr J.
School: Piedra Vista High School
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
Yale Science and Engineering AssociationCertificate and Medallion
Awarded to an outstanding 11th grader
Candy vs. Medicine
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Awards:
Ferri, Christo M.
School: Sierra Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Protists in Northern New Mexico Waters
JR Microbiology
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Awards:
Fischer, Isaac O.
School: Desert Academy at Santa Fe
Rocky Mountain Water Environment Assoc. (RMWEA)Junior Division - Second Place -- $200 cash award
For the best project which demonstrate an improved understanding of such current issues as potable water supply, wastewater treatment, and ambient water pollution control.
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Sinkholes
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Awards:
Flores, Jeremy
School: Carlsbad High School
Third Place SR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Birthday Paradox
JR Mathematical Sciences
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Awards:
Freeman, Sam
School: PR Leyva Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
What's your angle?
JR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Garcia King, Pablo
School: Los Lunas Middle School
Third Place JR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Rocks That Grow
JR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Garcia, Aislinn G.
School: Sierra Middle School
Excellence in Geoscience Award
$215 award plus student's abstract will be published in NM Geology. One year subscription to NM Geology
Given jointly by NM Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources and NM Geology Society to a project that demonstrates scholarship, creativity, and thoroughness.
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Robotic Leg
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Garcia, Louis
School: Carlsbad High School
ASM International - Los Alamos ChapterFirst place--$100 cash award
For a project that demonstrates excellence in Materials Science and Engineering
Discovering the Most Powerful Wind Turbine
JR Energy & Transportation
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Gil, David I.
School: Las Cruces Catholic School
Honorable Mention JR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Microbial Detective: When is Clean too Clean? Student vs. Nurse
JR Microbiology
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Awards:
Gomez, Matthew
School: Broadmoor Elementary
Honorable Mention JR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Space Geology - Mining for Meteorites
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Awards:
Gomez, Simon
School: St. Francis School
Honorable Mention JR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Which Sunscreen Has Superior UV Protection?
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Awards:
Goodart, Jon T.
School: Los Alamitos Middle School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Junior Division Honorable Mention
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
American Vacuum Society, Junior Division, First Place
Second Place JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Finding a Pattern in Earthquake Frequency and Location
SR Mathematical Sciences
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Awards:
Gordon, Seth A.
School: Grants High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Second Place SR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
The Isolation of Anti-Proliferative Phytochemicals from Cranberries to Eradicate E.Coli Phase IV
SR Microbiology
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Division: Category:
Awards:
Grainger, Jordon M.
School: Rio Rancho High School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Senior Division, Second Place
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
American Vacuum Society, Senior Division, Second Place
New Mexicans for Science and Reason$200 savings bond
For a project which best demonstrates how the scientific method can be applied to a real-life situation and help individuals make rational decisions
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
First Place SR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Senior Division Grand Awards, Life Sciences
All-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA, where they are eligible to compete as exhibitors
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Senior Division in the field of Life Sciences
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Contributing Factors for Obesity in the U.S. - Part II
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Awards:
Griego, Marisa V.
School: McCurdy High School
American Statistical Association, Albuquerque ChapterSenior Second - Certificate and $50 award for student
For the best use of statistics
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Sunscreen: The Buring Question
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Division: Category:
Awards:
Gruda, Lauren R.
School: Albuquerque Christian School
Honorable Mention JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Color & Memory
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
Hannagan, Maraka H.
School: Alamogordo High School
Kirschbaum Award$50 cash award
In memory of Dr. Walter Kirschbaum, M.D., and Dr. Brunhilde Kirschbaum, M.D.
New Mexico Optometric AssociationHonorable Mention
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
The Effect of Seasonal Change on Evergreen Tree Leaf Pigments
SR Botany
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Division: Category:
Awards:
Hawley, Isahbo A.
School: Taos High School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.First Place -- $100 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
Third Place SR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Roof Top Water Heater
JR Engineering
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Division: Category:
Awards:
Hayes, Kelsey
School: Cleveland Middle School
Second Place JR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Running into Chaos
SR Physics & Astronomy
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Awards:
Hehlen, Alexandra B
School: Los Alamos High School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
Antlion Habitat: The Final Chapter
SR Zoology
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Awards:
Heimgartner, Alex
School: Cleveland High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
How Rich is Your Soil?
SR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Heinlein, Jamie M.
School: Los Lunas High School
Association for Women GeoscientistsCertificate
For high standards of innovativeness and scientific excellence in the geosciences
Senior Division Sponsor of the Year
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Hemphill, Laura
School: Vaughn High School
Senior Division Sponsor of the YearSponsor of the Year
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Does Winglet Size Impact Flight Distance
JR Energy & Transportation
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Awards:
Hicks, Carrie D.
School: Roosevelt Middle School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
Second Place JR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
The Wind Turbine: A Possible Alternative Energy Source
JR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
James, Tristen R.
School: Magdalena Middle School
New Mexico Solar Energy Association$20 Cash Award and Certificate
Bit By Bit
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Jenkins, Stephen L.
School: Oñate High School
Vannetta Perry AwardPlaque
Presented to the project which best exemplifies the love of scientific exploration
Honorable Mention SR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Effect of Salt in Food Preservation and Mold Growth
JR Microbiology
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Awards:
Jose, Edward M.
School: Annunciation Middle School
Honorable Mention JR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
The Koch Meadow
JR Mathematical Sciences
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Awards:
Keeney, John R.
School: Lincoln Middle School
Third Place JR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Drag Project
JR Physics & Astronomy
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Keilers, Chloe M.
School: Los Alamos Middle School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Junior Division Honorable Mention
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and Certificate
Honorable Mention JR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Fearsome Flammability
JR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Kelly-Romero, Shawn J.
School: Katherine Gallegos Elementary
Rex Robinson AwardPlaque
Awarded to a student who had a thorough analysis of data, which allowed an appropriate conclusion to be reached.
Intelligence Booster Phase II
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
Kemp, Kristina D.
School: Grants High School
American Psychological Assoc. & Teachers of Psychology in Secondary SchoolsCertificate
For a project which demonstrates outstanding research in psychological science
Kirschbaum Award$50 cash award
In memory of Dr. Walter Kirschbaum, M.D., and Dr. Brunhilde Kirschbaum, M.D.
Electromagnetic Detection of Aquifiers
SR Engineering
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Division: Category:
Awards:
Kendrick, Alexander K.
School: Los Alamos High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
First Place SR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Computer Simulation of Dark Matter Effects on Galaxy Rotation
JR Physics & Astronomy
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Kendrick, Coleman J.
School: Los Alamos Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
United States Metric AssociationCertificate
This award is given to the project that involves quantitative measurement using SI methods and systems.
First Place JR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Don't Let It Slide V: The Final Frontier
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Khweis, Majdolene K.
School: Taos High School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Professional Aerospace Contractors Association of New Mexico (PACA)$150 award
For an original and well presented project which demonstrates the implementation of the scientific method
Second Place SR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Sinkholes
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Kicker, Chase L.
School: Carlsbad High School
Third Place SR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Atmospheric CO2 Scrubbing
SR Environmental Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Knapton, Tyler M.
School: Grants High School
Second Place SR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Rainbow Meltdown
JR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Kornreich, Megan H.
School: Mountain Elementary School
Tau Beta Pi, the Engineering Honor Society - New Mexico Gamma Chapter$25 cash award, certificate, and tee-shirt
Given to a creative project that demonstrates useful research
Second Place JR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Signal vs. Background Noise
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Koskelo, Elise Anne C.
School: Los Alamos Middle School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and Certificate
Third Place JR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
How to Make a Video Game
JR Computer Science
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Kostedt, Wyatt C.
School: Alta Vista Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
What Angle of Light Projection Creates the Most Electricity?
JR Energy & Transportation
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Awards:
Krenzel, Sarah E.
School: Roosevelt Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
If Commonly Encountered Items Emit Radiation, How Can You Best Protect Yourself From Over Exposure?
JR Physics & Astronomy
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Kwiecinski, Jarek V.
School: AIMES@UNM
Honorable Mention JR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Monitoring the Disturbance of Soil Micro-Ecosystems
SR Environmental Sciences
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Division: Category:
Awards:
Lane, Laura B.
School: Aztec High School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Senior Division -- Honorable Mention
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
First Place SR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Senior Division Grand Awards, Life Sciences
All-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA, where they are eligible to compete as exhibitors
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Senior Division in the field of Life Sciences
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Weather or Not: Seasons Change
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Lane, Philip J.
School: Aztec High School
American Meteorological SocietyCertificate of Outstanding Achievement
For a creative scientific endeavor in the areas of atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences
Society for Range Management, New Mexico Section$100 cash award
For projects that improve public awareness and understanding of the importance of rangeland management
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
Honorable Mention SR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
A Socially Safe Silver Slather
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lee, Hamilton
School: Rio Rancho High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
First Place SR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
The Real Green Fuel of the Future
SR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lee, Harrison
School: Rio Rancho High School
First Place SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Light Twister
JR Physics & Astronomy
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lee, Jeongmin
School: Sierra Middle School
New Mexico Optics Industry Association$150 cash award
For an innovative project that demonstrates optics science or engineering concepts, technology, or principles
New Mexico Optometric Association$100 cash award
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Second Place JR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Making it Shipshape: Boat Hulls and Hydrodynamic Drag
SR Engineering
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Leonen, Louis Alfonce A.
School: Laguna-Acoma High School
Yale Science and Engineering AssociationCertificate and Medallion
Awarded to an outstanding 11th grader
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
A Mathematical Model of the Van't Hoff Factor and It's Applications
SR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Li, Eric H.
School: Albuquerque Academy
Second Place SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Laser Measurements
SR Physics & Astronomy
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lin, Danny
School: Grants High School
John Harty AwardPlaque
For the project which makes the best use of readily available materials
New Mexico Optometric AssociationHonorable Mention
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Are You Stronger than an Icosahedron?
JR Mathematical Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lindler, Jessie
School: Roosevelt Middle School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Junior Division, First Place
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
American Vacuum Society, Junior Division, Second Place
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
A Socially Safe Silver Slather
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Linnik, Darina
School: Rio Rancho High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
First Place SR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Worthy Teacher of the Year
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
Loeffler, Mrs.
School: Laguna-Acoma High School
New Mexico Science Teachers Association$50 cash award
For a special teacher participating in this year's New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Disinfectants: Man Made vs. Natural
JR Microbiology
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lucas, Madelyn F.
School: Heights Middle School
Honorable Mention JR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Determing the Thrust Versus Time of Model Rocket Engines
JR Energy & Transportation
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Awards:
Ludwigsen, Josh S.
School: Desert Willow Family School
Third Place JR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
The Effects of Antifungal Treatments on Thrush
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Lujan, Jolene D.
School: Grants High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Which Truss Holds the Most Weight?
JR Engineering
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Lynch, Gabrielle
School: Albuq. School of Excellence
ASM Materials Education FoundationCertificate
In recognition of the best materials engineering project at the Fair
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
Couldn't or Wouldn't? - Apathy of Voting
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Ma, Megan E.
School: Heights Middle School
Second Place JR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Fast Growing
SR Botany
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Madrid, Mellodi L.
School: Vaughn High School
Honorable Mention SR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Brighter Whiter
SR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Makk, Hanna C.
School: Makk Home School
Honorable Mention SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Brighter Whiter
SR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Makk, Maria-Belen
School: Makk Home School
Honorable Mention SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Earth - Crete
JR Environmental Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Mallett, Joshua W.
School: Mountain View Middle School
American Statistical Association, Albuquerque ChapterHonorable Mention
For the best use of statistics
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Multimodal Graphs for the Visually Handicapped, Phase II
JR Computer Science
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Manshad, Sara S.
School: Sierra Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and Certificate
New Mexico Optometric Association$75 cash award
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
First Place JR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Junior Division Grand Awards, Physical SciencesGraphing Calculator; a $100 cash award; and subscription to Science News
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Junior Division in the field of Physical Sciences
All Natural Remedies vs. Prescription Antibotics
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Manz, Noah B.
School: Heights Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Can Ants Survive on Artificial Sweeteners?
JR Zoology
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Marks, Jacob I.
School: Marks Home School
Second Place JR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Electrify My Drive
JR Computer Science
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Martinez, Roberto J.
School: Taos Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Burning Calories
JR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Mascarenas, Jordyn
School: Mountain View Middle School
Honorable Mention JR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
"Left-Handed vs. Right-Handed"
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Mayfield, Jaqueline
School: Sierra Middle School
New Mexico Optometric Association$50 cash award
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Honorable Mention JR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Lunar Roots
SR Botany
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Awards:
Mayhew, Caitlynn E.
School: Piedra Vista High School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.Second Place -- $75 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
First Place SR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Innovation and Imitation: Learning Processes Used by a Juvenile Siamang at the El Paso Zoo
SR Zoology
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
McCrossin, Fiona G.
School: Las Cruces High School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Senior Division, First Place
Second Place SR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Hard Times and Bigger Waistlines
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
McTeigue, Maria-Jalen
School: Los Alamos High School
Ashmore Award$50 cash award to a team project
In memory of the Rev. and Mrs. Charles M. Ashmore
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Natural Alternatives: Medicine or Death Sentence?
SR Zoology
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Awards:
Medina, Sara E.
School: Taos High School
Honorable Mention SR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Accuracy of Body Fat Tests
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Mercer, Amanda N.
School: Los Alamos High School
Third Place SR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Sparks Flyin'
JR Engineering
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Mercer, Emily R.
School: Barranca Mesa Elementary School
Third Place JR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Seebeck Radiators: The Potential of Peltier Coolers to Improve on Automotive System
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Miller, Nathaniel J.
School: Rio Grande Enrichment Studies & Home School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Monty Hall Problem - Probabilities - Law of Large Numbers
SR Mathematical Sciences
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Awards:
Moore, Laura M.
School: Gallup Catholic School
Mu Alpha ThetaCertificate and letter to the student's teacher
For the most challenging, thorough, and creative investigation of a problem involving mathematics
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Honorable Mention SR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Aspirin to Prevent Cancer
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Morgan, Cheyenne A.
School: Grants High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Rust Bust
JR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Moss, Andrew C.
School: Heights Middle School
Honorable Mention JR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Short Term Memory Loss and Television
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Moss, Caroline A.
School: Farmington High School
Third Place SR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Low Cost Wireless Soil Moisture Monitoring System.
JR Environmental Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Muhyi, Ahmed R.
School: Sierra Middle School
ASM Materials Education FoundationCertificate
In recognition of the best materials engineering project at the Fair
National Society of Professional EngineersCertificate and lapel pin
Given to a project that demonstrates applied engineering principles
Honorable Mention JR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Sign Language Animated Tutorial System for Students to Better Understand Fractions.
JR Mathematical Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Muhyi, Hiba R.
School: Sierra Middle School
Second Place JR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Investigating EEG in the Mindset to Create Multimodal Devices for SPED Students.
SR Computer Science
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Awards:
Muhyi, Noor R.
School: Las Cruces High School
Intel Excellence in Computer Science Award$200 award
For an excellent computer science project
United States Air ForceCertificate and presentation folder
Second Place SR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
An Assessment of the Safety of Road Cuts Along Diamond Drive, Los Alamos, NM
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Awards:
Murphy, Julia G.
School: Los Alamos High School
Excellence in Geoscience Award
$215 award plus student's abstract will be published in NM Geology. One year subscription to NM Geology
Given jointly by NM Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources and NM Geology Society to a project that demonstrates scholarship, creativity, and thoroughness.
First Place SR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Senior Division Grand Awards, Physical Sciences
All-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA, where they are eligible to compete as exhibitors
Highest award given by New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair to an exhibitor in the Senior Division in the field of Physical Sciences
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Predicting Temperature, Got Skill?
JR Mathematical Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Nadiga, Aniruddha S.
School: Los Alamos Middle School
American Statistical Association, Albuquerque ChapterFirst - Certificate and $75 award for student
For the best use of statistics
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
What's Key to Vitamin C.
SR Chemistry
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Norman, John-Paul
School: St. Pius X High School
Honorable Mention SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Earthquakes: Part 2
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Awards:
Overheim, Dylan P.
School: Gallup Catholic School
Third Place JR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
What Will Grow -- Mining Reclamation
SR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Pack, Serina L.
School: Cliff High School
Association for Women GeoscientistsCertificate
For high standards of innovativeness and scientific excellence in the geosciences
Brittni RomeroSenior Division - $150 cash award
Given to a female who has a project that shows promise and who is interested in pursuing the science and engineering fields in college
Society for Range Management, New Mexico Section$75 cash award
For projects that improve public awareness and understanding of the importance of rangeland management
United States Air ForceCertificate and presentation folder
Third Place SR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Biofuel Production by Yeast Fermentation
JR Microbiology
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Park, Edward
School: Sierra Middle School
Second Place JR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Spread No More
JR Environmental Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Patel, Suchin S.
School: St. Teresa of Avila School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)Certificate and medallion
For a research project that emphasizes NOAA's mission to understand and predict changes to Earth's environment
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and ScienceJr. Div. -- $200 cash award, museum certificate, and museum t-shirt
For a project which shows the four key processes of museums--collecting, studying, interpreting, and presenting
First Place JR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Got E.coli? Phase 2
JR Environmental Sciences
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Paul, Emma M.
School: Heights Middle School
Rocky Mountain Water Environment Assoc. (RMWEA)Junior Division - First Place -- $400 cash award
For the best project which demonstrate an improved understanding of such current issues as potable water supply, wastewater treatment, and ambient water pollution control.
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Irrigation Investigation
JR Botany
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Paz, Kiana N.
School: Sierra Middle School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.Second Place -- $75 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
Second Place JR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Powered by Wind
JR Engineering
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Awards:
Perez, Dillon J.
School: Vaughn Middle School
New Mexico Solar Energy Association$50 Cash Award and Certificate
For the best project related to solar energy, renewable energy, or energy efficiency
Windmill Spectaluar
JR Engineering
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Awards:
Pino, Jared D.
School: Crownpoint Middle School
New Mexico Solar Energy Association$30 Cash Award and Certificate
For the best project related to solar energy, renewable energy, or energy efficiency
Arduino vs. Mouse the Pong-off
JR Computer Science
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Awards:
Pollis, Zia M.
School: Taos Charter School
Third Place JR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Digital Analysis and Synthesis of Musical Recordings
SR Physics & Astronomy
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Awards:
Porter, Alexandra M.
School: La Cueva High School
Second Place SR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Using a Computer Program for Text Analysis
SR Computer Science
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Post, Canon T.
School: Grants High School
Honorable Mention SR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Is the Geodesic Dome the Strongest or Not?
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Quinn, Thalia O.
School: Aztec High School
ASM International - Los Alamos ChapterThird place--$50 cash award
For a project that demonstrates excellence in Materials Science and Engineering
Computer Modeling of Time-varing Heat Conduction in a Plate
SR Computer Science
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Awards:
Rajen, Ivan
School: Eldorado High School
Honorable Mention SR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Surviving Climate Change-Heat Transfer in Ancient Native American Buildings
SR Engineering
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Awards:
Rajen, Nicholas C.
School: Eldorado High School
New Mexico Solar Energy Association$30 Cash Award and Certificate
For the best project related to solar energy, renewable energy, or energy efficiency
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Third Place SR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Magnesium Helpfate or Deathfate
JR Botany
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Randall, Hayden A.
School: Taos Middle School
Honorable Mention JR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Improving the Heat Capacity of Homemade Solar Ovens
SR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Raquel, Redshirt
School: Shiprock High School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
New Mexico Solar Energy Association$20 Cash Award and Certificate
Honorable Mention SR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Contributing Factors for Obesity in the U.S. - Part II
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Awards:
Redman, Linsay N.
School: McCurdy High School
American Statistical Association, Albuquerque ChapterSenior Second - Certificate and $50 award for student
For the best use of statistics
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Windows Into An Underwater World
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Awards:
Retwaiut, Katerina M.
School: Lincoln Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Good Vibrations
JR Physics & Astronomy
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Awards:
Riblett, Olivia
School: Edgewood Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Vermiculite vs. Perlite
SR Botany
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Awards:
Riley, Brent A.
School: Laguna Acoma Middle School
Honorable Mention SR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Oceans Salinity
SR Earth & Planetary Sciences
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Riley, Maureen E.
School: Laguna-Acoma High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Can you teach an old dog new tricks?
JR Zoology
Exhibit Title:
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Awards:
Risner, Megan A.
School: Heights Middle School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Junior Division -- Third Place
Honorable Mention JR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Aloe, Sunshine! Does Aloe Vera Protect Against UV-B Light Damage
SR Microbiology
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Awards:
Rivera, Rachel R.
School: Taos High School
Second Place SR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
A Citrusy Solution to an Environmental Castastrophe
SR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Rivera, Samantha A.
School: Taos High School
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Determing Optimum Methods for Tooth Refurbishment
SR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Awards:
Roach, Taylor K.
School: St. Pius X High School
Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute$1000 scholarship to college of the student's choice
For a project that excels in the use of the scientific method to demonstrate the student's independent thinking.
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
Second Place SR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Pseudomonas Putida's Degrading Power
SR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Robinson, Myranda B.
School: Grants High School
Rocky Mountain Water Environment Assoc. (RMWEA)Senior Division - Second Place -- $200 cash award
For the best project which demonstrate an improved understanding of such current issues as potable water supply, wastewater treatment, and ambient water pollution control.
Society for In Vitro BiologyCertificate
To the top projects in the areas of plant or animal in vitro biology or tissue culture.
Honorable Mention SR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Digital Analysis and Synthesis of Musical Recordings
SR Physics & Astronomy
Exhibit Title:
Division: Category:
Awards:
Roche, Evan P.
School: Eldorado High School
Second Place SR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Micrometeorites In Your Backyard?
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Awards:
Romero, Caroline B.
School: Barranca Mesa Elementary School
Honorable Mention JR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Talking Trash: The Stabilization of Concrete Block Walls with Common Household Refuse
JR Engineering
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Awards:
Ruiz-Kline, Raiza M.
School: Jefferson Middle School
Ricoh Sustainable Development AwardCertificate
To the project whose principles and technical innovations offer the greatest potential for increasing our ability to grow environmentally friendly and socially responsible businesses.
Tau Beta Pi, the Engineering Honor Society - New Mexico Gamma Chapter$25 cash award, certificate, and tee-shirt
Given to a creative project that demonstrates useful research
Honorable Mention JR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Crushing Matters: Utilizing Landfill Waste Materials to Strengthen Concrete
SR Environmental Sciences
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Awards:
Samora, Daniel S.
School: Alamogordo High School
ASM International - Los Alamos ChapterSecond place--$75 cash award
For a project that demonstrates excellence in Materials Science and Engineering
Ricoh Sustainable Development AwardCertificate
To the project whose principles and technical innovations offer the greatest potential for increasing our ability to grow environmentally friendly and socially responsible businesses.
Keeping the Hummers Healthy
SR Microbiology
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Sanchez, Cynthia F
School: Santa Teresa High School
Honorable Mention SR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Yin and Yang Part II: The Irlen Method
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Sanchez, Kathryn E.
School: Grants High School
New Mexico Optometric Association$75 cash award
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
New Mexico TechBook award for use at New Mexico Tech
Awarded to all graduating seniors entered in State Science Fair
Honorable Mention SR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Pick's Formula
JR Mathematical Sciences
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Sandoval, Anthony R.
School: Albuq. School of Excellence
Honorable Mention JR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Sensitive Torsion Balance Magnetometer to Measure Variation in Earth's Magnetic Field
JR Earth & Planetary Sciences
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Schirato, Sarah E.
School: Los Alamos High School
AVS Science and Technology Society, New Mexico ChapterJunior Division - Second Place - $150 cash award for both student and teacher
Awarded to the most creative chemistry or physics project that successfully follows the scientific method
Second Place JR Earth & Planetary SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Are We Teaching Something Wrong?
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Schwab, Kristina R.
School: Heights Middle School
American Psychological Assoc. & Teachers of Psychology in Secondary SchoolsCertificate
For a project which demonstrates outstanding research in psychological science
Honorable Mention JR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Can the color of the ad sell the burger?
JR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Segarra, Curtis K.
School: AIMES@UNM
Honorable Mention JR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Changes in Bone Strength due to Decalcination
JR Engineering
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Sevostianov, Vlad
School: Sierra Middle School
Research Paper Competition, sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science, INTEL, Sandia National Labs/Lockheed Martin
Junior Division, Second Place
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Crazy Dice
JR Mathematical Sciences
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Shafer, Warren S.
School: Deming Middle School
Honorable Mention JR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Don't Let Them Wander Free . . . To Destroy Your Health!
JR Medicine & Health Sciences
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Shah, Abdullah A.
School: Salam Academy
Third Place JR Medicine & Health SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Fertilizing Marigolds
JR Botany
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Shevokas, Stephanie E.
School: Kirtland Middle School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.Third Place -- $50 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
Fertilizing Marigolds
JR Botany
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Signs, Lauren G.
School: Kirtland Middle School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.Third Place -- $50 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Catch A. Wave
JR Physics & Astronomy
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Sinclair, Joseph M.
School: Annunciation Middle School
Third Place JR Physics & AstronomyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
A Mathematical Model of the Van't Hoff Factor and It's Applications
SR Chemistry
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So, Geelon A.
School: Albuquerque Academy
Second Place SR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Thermal Design Optimization of New Patio Blocks to Provide Passive Heating
SR Engineering
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Spanjers, Mary C.
School: East Mountain High School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
New Mexico Solar Energy Association$50 Cash Award and Certificate
For the best project related to solar energy, renewable energy, or energy efficiency
Third Place SR EngineeringNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Mirror Revenge
JR Engineering
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Swedberg, Edy R.
School: Magdalena Middle School
New Mexico Optometric AssociationHonorable Mention
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Enjoy and Learn with Video Games!
SR Computer Science
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Tang, Khiem L.
School: Manzano High School
Intel Excellence in Computer Science Award$200 award
For an excellent computer science project
New Mexico Optometric Association$100 cash award
For a project with a visual, ocular, or optical orientation
Third Place SR Computer ScienceNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
The Method of Paper Chromatography
JR Chemistry
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Tessier, Casey M.
School: Jefferson Middle School
Brittni RomeroJunior Division - $50 cash award
Given to a female who has a project that shows promise and who is interested in pursuing the science and engineering fields in college
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Peppermint . . . Really?
JR Microbiology
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Tonrey, Noah F.
School: Taos Middle School
Third Place JR MicrobiologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
How Much is Too Much?
JR Microbiology
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van Loben Sels, Jamie L.
School: St. Thomas Aquinas School
AVS Science and Technology Society, New Mexico ChapterJunior Division - First Place - $200 cash award for both student and teacher
Awarded to the most creative chemistry or physics project that successfully follows the scientific method
SODIS: The Method
SR Microbiology
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Vigil, Jr., Wayne W.
School: Grants High School
Society for In Vitro BiologyCertificate
To the top projects in the areas of plant or animal in vitro biology or tissue culture.
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Salt Cedars Effect on Biodiversity
JR Botany
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Wanstall, Quentin J.
School: Manzano High School
New Mexico Garden Clubs, Inc.First Place -- $100 savings bond
For an outstanding project in conservation or educational studies in botany or earth sciences
Third Place JR BotanyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Chlorine Crisis II
JR Chemistry
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West, Cheyenne J.
School: Heights Middle School
Third Place JR ChemistryNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Predicting Drought
SR Mathematical Sciences
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Wilson, Cayden J.
School: Grants High School
Stockholm Junior Water PrizeCertificate and invitation to enter the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition
Given to an outstanding water-related science project
Honorable Mention SR Mathematical SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Eroding Roads - Phase II
JR Environmental Sciences
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Wood, Grace Z.
School: Edgewood Middle School
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and EngineeringTote Bag and $50 award
For young women
Society for Range Management, New Mexico Section$50 cash award
For projects that improve public awareness and understanding of the importance of rangeland management
Honorable Mention JR Environmental SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Testing Methonds in the Art of Chicken Sexing
JR Zoology
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Woodward, Madeleine K.
School: Sierra Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR ZoologyNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
2011 New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair Winners
Green Laundry
JR Energy & Transportation
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Zhang, Jovan Y
School: Los Alamos Middle School
Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Appled Science, Tech. & Engr. for Rising Stars)
Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to apply for the 2011 Broadcom MASTERS national competition
To creative projects which demonstrate mastery of science, technology, engineering, and math principles
First Place JR Energy & TransportationNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator - Correlation to Group Work
SR Behavioral & Social Sciences
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Zingler, Kailee V.
School: AIMES@UNM
Honorable Mention SR Behavioral & Social SciencesNew Mexico Science and Engineering Fair