The Rome Academy of Sciences organized a Science Fair at Strough on March 5 with the theme ‘AI in Today’s Society,’ featuring 21 entries displayed at the middle school. Science Teachers Mrs. Spado and Mr. Yerrick organized the event, and the judges were Dr. Phister, Mr. Haritatos, and Mrs. Martin. Cash prizes were awarded.
The regional (Utica University) will be on March 24, 2024.
Overall / Best in Fair:
3rd Place: Xion Collins-Scott
2nd Place: Brooke Parry
1st Place/Best in Fair: Lars van Hoesel
THREE Special Awards:
Chemistry – Lars van Hoesal – Which Lip Balm is Best?
Physics – How Does the Temperature of a Field Hockey Stick Affect the Movement of a Ball? Teacher Award – Madilyne Anzalone and Molly Colmey – What is the pH of Skittles?
Science Fair Award Recipients:
Behavioral Science – Charlie Johnson – Test Your Taste
Biochemistry – Kasey Sorrell and Maddie Knam – Can you tell the difference between Pepsi and Coke?
Biomedical and Health Science – Tempy Campbell – The effects of different variables on heart rates
Cellular and Molecular Biology – RJ Carolla – What is on your hands before you eat at Strough
Chemistry – Lars van Hoesel – Which Lip Balm is Best?
Engineering Technology: Statics and Dynamics – Levi Dematteis –Measuring Cell Phone Electromagnetic Radiation
Materials Science – Hannah Ciotti and Maddox Eagan – What brand of mint gum will have the longest-lasting flavor?
Mathematics –Armani Manna –What are the odds?
Physics and Astronomy – Brooke Parry – How Does the Temperature of a Field Hockey Stick Affect the Movement of a Ball?
Plant Sciences – James Cooper – How Road Salt Affects Plants in the Environment?
Robotics and Intelligent Machines – Gladys Rodriguez and Shay Baker – Can Robots Do It Too?
Translational Medical Science – Purple Drank: The Dangers of Lean – Xion Collins-Scott
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