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| An aspiring social entrepreneur, I am a Grade 12 International Baccalaureate Diploma student at John G. Diefenbaker High School. Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, I have had a passion for science and technology since I was three years old. I began participating in the Calgary Youth Science Fair in 2002 with my projects on solar energy, having represented Calgary nationally and internationally since 2006. In 2008, my research into energy accessibility was recognized with the United Nations High Distinction Award for Humanitarian Science Services, an Ashoka research grant and a Toyota Earth Day Scholarship. To give back to the community for supporting my interests, I volunteer with The Aero Space Museum of Calgary and Junior Achievement of Southern Alberta. I am the Alberta Coordinator of Youth Science Canada's SMARTS Program and the co-founder of my school's environmental club. During the summer of 2008, I was selected to attend the Shad Valley and United Space School programs. In my spare time, I love playing the violin and bass guitar, rock climbing, caring for my peach-faced lovebird named Birdie, and listening to music. I plan on pursuing an undergraduate engineering degree in the fall. |
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Dynamic Photovoltaics - The Sustainable SolArray
| Division: | Health Sciences / Environmental Innovation | | Category: | Senior | | Region: | Calgary Youth | | City: | Calgary, AB | | School: | John G Diefenbaker High School | | Abstract: | The SolArray is a novel high-precision, passive-active micro-tracking photovoltaic orientation system. It improves output by 40%, reduces costs by 70% and greatly conserves space. By harnessing wind to shift dye-sensitized solar cells, notches using push-pull solenoids limit motion based on sunrise, detected using a digital logic gate and comparator within the timing circuit. Performance was evaluated under a controlled exposure in comparison to current systems. |
| Awards | Value | Dalhousie University Faculty of Science Entrance Scholarship
Senior Silver Medallist - $2000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: Dalhousie University, Faculty of Science | $2 000.00 | The University of Western Ontario Scholarship
Silver Medallist - $1500 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Western Ontario | $1 500.00 | The University of Western Ontario Scholarship
Bronze Medallist - $1000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Western Ontario | $1 000.00 | University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship
Senior Silver Medallist - $3000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Ottawa | $3 000.00 | University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship
Senior Bronze Medallist - $1000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Ottawa | $1 000.00 | Bronze Medal - Engineering
Senior
Sponsor: Youth Science Canada | $300.00 | Silver Medal - Environmental Innovation
Senior
Sponsor: EnviroExpo, Presented by VIA Rail Canada | $700.00 | | Total | $9 500.00 | |
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