Whatcom Student Scholarship

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• How Sweeteners Affect the Dominant Bacterial Species in Kombucha

  We researched into how different sweetners affect the microbial identities of fermented kombucha.
• Distribution of Limpet Genera Across Chemosynthetic Oases

  Exploration of the distribution of Cocculina and Bathyacmaea limpet distribution in chemosynthetic sites across the deep sea.
• Pisaster Ochreous Health in the PNW

  Comparing the health of the water and amount of starfish found at various beaches in Bellingham. We believe that factors like human activity and costal development significantly impact starfish's ability to live and thrive in that area.
• Impacts of Runoff on pH Levels in the Salish Sea

  We studied the impacts of runoff on pH levels in the Salish Sea and correlation between oxygen levels.
• Comparing pH and Nitrate levels in Coastal Seawater Throughout Puget Sound

  We took samples from across the Puget sound and tested them for two major indicators of seawater health.
• Transferring Tetracycline Resistance Between an Unknown Bacteria and E. coli

  Biology research project studying the ability to transfer antibiotic plasmids from resistant bacteria to E. coli
• Tetracycline-Resistance in Bacteria Colonies From Soil From Different Socio-Economic Locations

  This is a poster of my findings from testing whether tetracycline-resistant bacteria will remain present in burnt soil, as well as the percentages of bacteria that are tetracycline resistance from soils in different socio-economic parts of Bellingham, Washington
• Oxygen Levels Effect on Bacteria in Kombucha

  This is a poster of an experiment we did in lab on kombucha. We tested how oxygen effects the diversity and amount of bacteria.
• Streptococcus Pyogenes Sortase A Inhibition Using Fluorinated Chalcones

  We focused on 5 different fluorinated chalcones and used High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to determine each chalcone’s inhibition activity with the Sortase A enzyme.
• xploring Kombucha Growth: pH, Sweeteners, and Bacterial Dynamics

  This experiment investigated how the pH and bacterial content of a SCOBY changed when fermented in environments with various sweeteners.
• Yeast Project

  Yeast project findings with 4 graphs and corresponding wines that were used.
• The Effect of Different Types of Alternative Sugars on Fermentation of Yeast

  Through this research project, our group collected data to examine the effect of different types of alternative sugars at a 20% concentration on the rate of fermentation of baker’s yeast.
• How Different Forms of Sugar Affect Yeast Fermentation

  Our poster discusses how different forms of sugar have an effect on the fermentation rate of yeast.
• Specific Gravity of Beer and Cider Yeast Solutions

  This is a poster for a research project for BIOL 160. We explored how the specific gravity of yeast solutions changed over time as they fermented.
• The Effect of Basic pH on The Fermentation Rate of Yeast

  Our study seeks to answer the question, "How does basic pH effect yeast fermentation?". We share our methods, experiment, similar research done by professionals, and results for visual understanding.
• Fine Yeast Fermentation Rate Study for the Optimization of Wine Production

  Final Project on yeast fermentation for BIO 160
• Fermentation Rates with Different Levels of Processed Sugars 

  This is a poster of the results of our experiment on Fermentation Rates with Different Levels of Processed Sugars.
• Organizational Conflict: Understanding Effective Approaches to Workplace Conflict Resolution

  Course final submission for Foundations of Managment. Includes literature review and independent survey for investigative research.
• Bellingham Drinking Water

  Bellingham Drinking water tests.
• Nitrate Levels in Soil (Conventional vs. No Spray)

  Data collection and analysis of soil samples from a conventional farm and a no spray farm
• A Changing Climate and the Waters of Whatcom County

  pH of our Waters in Bellingham, is it healthy for our inhabitants
• Cider Yeast Fermentation Rate Poster

  We explored the fermentation rate in Cider Yeast at different temperatures trying to figure out what the optimal fermentation rate would be.
• Unveiling the Impact of Sugar on Yeast Cell Populations.

  We organized a plan to test yeast cell production, collect data, and gather the supplies needed for the experimental process in order to test the affect of various sugars on yeast during fermentation.
• Optimal Yeast Type for Slowest Fermentation Rate of 20% All-Purpose Flour Solution

  BIOL 160 yeast project data and results testing optimal yeast type with 20% flour solution.
• Yeast's Reaction to Lactase in a Lactose Solution

  Yeast cannot digest lactose due to the size of the lactose molecule. This research investigates how the addition of the lactase enzyme will affect yeast's digestion of lactose.
• fermentation poster

  scientific poster for a fermentation lab about different types of alcoholic yeast
• How Alternative Sugars Affect Fermentation Rates in Active Dry Yeast

  This is a poster presentation of our fermentation project for Bio 160.
• Ethical Use of Consumer Health and Genetic Data

  This paper discusses the ethical issues around medical, genetic, and health data obtained through consumer products such as smart watches, cell phone apps, and consumer marketed genetic testing.
• Artificial Intelligence and Copyright Protection: Exploring the Boundaries of Law, Technology, and Ethics

  This is a paper on the ethics of copyright as it relates to generative AI. I attempt to reach a stance that serves as a compromise between the various stakeholders in this debate - copyright holders, users of AI, and AI developers.
• Ethical & Motivated Blindness

  An exploration of the precursors/organizational factors that lead to ethical or motivated blindness that includes a literature review, interviews, and an original survey designed to monitor an organization's ethical culture.
• Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education

  This paper was written about some ethical concerns regarding artificial intelligence in the K-12 education system. There are both pros and cons to AI in education, and this paper goes over some of those concerns/advantages.
• Ethics In AI Development and Use

  A research paper exploring the ethics surrounding AI development and use in the tech industry.
• The Journey to CPB Certification

  This is a summary of my experience preparing for the Certified Professional Biller Certification through the AAPC.
• Water Quality of Dakota Creek & Drayton Harbor

  Measurements of water temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH levels and nitrates were taken and compared to a 1992 study. Some findings were concerning and suggest a need for further study.
• Exploring the Relations Between Oceanic pH level, Sea Glass, and the Environment

  Oceanography 101 group research project poster from spring quarter of 2023.
• The Enigmatic Claw: Unraveling the Shell of Deception

  A website that analyzes the relationship between shoreline health and crab populations with a murder mystery theme.
• Hiring Recent Graduates- An Objective Analysis

  This research paper outlines the pros and cons of hiring recently graduated students from a managerial perspective as well as discusses the ways in which students can prepare to enter the workforce successfully.
• Salinity in the Salish Sea over Time

  A digital info-poster detailing a scientific experiment refereeing to Salish Sea salinity
• Algae & pH

  How ocean acidification effects algae (phytoplankton).
• Ways to Reduce Bivalve Poisoning in the Salish Sea

  A PowerPoint file containing a poster on strategies used to reduce bivalve poisoning in the Salish Sea.
• Bellingham Graffiti

  We aim to uncover the underlying messages conveyed through graffiti in Bellingham. From political manifestos to social commentaries, economic reflections to emotional outpourings, we strive to explore the underlying themes that reverberate within our community in Bellingham.
• How Did The Use & Manufacturing of Ancient Egyptian Cosmetics Change Over Time?

  The project looks at 19 of the Met's ancient Egyptian cosmetic artifacts to determine how the use and manufacturing of cosmetics changed overtime.
• Comparison of Bellingham Beach Bluffs

  Survey of the bluffs at Locust Beach and Cornwall Beach located in Bellingham.
• Western Tent Caterpillars

  An informational brochure on western tent caterpillars, and public awareness of them.
• Salish Sea Marine Invasive Plants in Bellingham Bay ​

  This research was to find the percentage of marine plants near and on Squalicum Beach shoreline, and Marine Park’s offshore coast that are invasive.
• The ADHD Book Ghost

  Many folks with ADHD can relate to bouncing around from one interest to another. Some of us find ourselves with a shelf of half-read (or unopened) books.
• Roy

  This piece was made of clay coils and his name is Roy.
• How Different Solutions of Sucrose Affect Wine and Beer Yeast

  A slide showing the results of a lab project, in which we show the results of keeping two types of yeast in different solutions of sucrose and counting live cells.
• Riprap, Sediment Size, and Slope, oh my!

  Research into how shoreline armoring affects sediment distribution and topography of beaches.
• Yeast Counts Over Two Weeks Given Solutions With Varying Sugar Concentrations

  The poster of our yeast experiment results titled "Yeast Counts Over Two Weeks Given Solutions With Varying Sugar Concentrations".