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Corals Illustrated Reference Manual
Illustrated reference manual with scientific illustrations. -
Effects of Temperature on Fermentation Rates of Different Types of Yeast
Project investigating effect of temperature on fermentation rates of different types of yeast. -
Effect of Creatine on Fermentation Rates in Yeast
This is an experimental design project to test how creatine monohydrate affects fermentation rates in yeast. -
Comparative Analysis of Over-the-Counter and Natural Remedies for Treating Yeast Infections
We compared over the counter vs. natural remedies to cure yeast infections to see which would yield the best results in combating the infection. -
How Five Different Types of Sugars Affect Yeast Fermentation Rate
Data was collected to see the effects different types of 20% sugar solutions have on the fermentation rate of yeast. Our initial hypothesis was that non processed sugar would ferment at a lower rate than the processed sugar. -
Bacterial Analysis in Pure, Turmeric-infused, and Turmeric-flavored Kombucha
Kombucha, a fermented tea beverage, has gained popularity due to its potential health benefits and unique flavor. This study investigates the bacterial concentration in three variations of kombucha: raw kombucha, raw kombucha with added turmeric, and turmeric-flavored kombucha. A total of 10 plates were prepared to cultivate and enumerate bacterial colonies present in each variation. -
Exploring the Impact of IBA Concentration on Fast Plant Growth
Plant growth is influenced by various plant growth regulators (hormones), including Indole-3-butyric acid (IBA), an auxin that stimulates hypocotyl, shoot, and root growth. Our study uses fast plants to investigate the effects of IBA concentrations on plant growth, with the goal of improving agricultural practices to optimize crop yields. -
Multi-step Synthesis of Methyl Meta-Nitrobenzoate from Bromobenzene
Using the knowledge from our organic chemistry lectures and labs, we synthesized methyl 3-nitrobenzoate using bromobenzene as our starting reagent through four synthetic steps. This project provided early exposure to synthetic organic chemistry, letting us apply our classroom knowledge to a real-world synthesis, and deepen our understanding. -
Healthcare Worker Burnout
The prevalence and impact of burnout on healthcare work force and how healthcare administrators and managers can reduce healthcare worker burnout and increase employee engagement and retention -
How does Alcohol Concentration in Kombucha Affect its Probiotic Bacteria?
This poster is a showcase of our desire to explore the alcohol content in kombucha and how it affects the healthy bacteria kombucha is known for. -
Investigating Sources of Antimicrobial Resistance In Pet Arachnid Environment
Our group, while studying antibiotic-resistant bacteria in an arachnid habitat, aimed to determine the origin of these resistant strains. -
Soap Types Effect on Yeast Survival Rate
Experiment on how three different soaps, containing plant-based oils, could inhibit yeast growth. -
Where do the Antimicrobial effects of Kombucha Come From?
This study delves into the cause of Kombucha's supposed antimicrobial properties, and uncovers a possible issue in the way these properties are thought of. -
The Use of Bradford Assay to Analyze Protein Content in Yeast
We researched if radford Assay could be used to identify proteins in yeast cells and several methods of cell lysing. -
How Fructose Effects Fermentation Rates Among Different Yeast Types
We were experimenting how fructose affected the rate of yeast fermentation, while using different kinds of yeast. -
Fermentation Rates of Yeast Using Different Plant-Based Sugars
The purpose of this lab project was to determine how yeast would behave when introduced to different types of sugars with regard to baking. -
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.