| Biography |
|---|
| Katelyn Wang is a 10th grade student attending Richmond Hill High School. She is very excited to be returning to CWSF for the second time to share her work. This year, her project drew inspiration from the prevalence of the common cold and influenza in society, as well as, her interest in origami. Combining these aspects, she designed a device to effectively reduce germ spread. It is her hope that this product will be widely used one day in the future. Apart from science, she enjoys creative writing, debate, drawing, playing piano, and long distance running. She also participates in DECA, and placed 3rd at the International Career Development Conference in 2016. Katelyn strives to apply her passions to find unique solutions to challenging issues, and help improve the world. |
| Katelyn Wang
Efficient Design of Disposable Cough Filtration and Virus Containment Device
| Challenge: | Innovation | | Category: | Intermediate | | Region: | York | | City: | Richmond Hill, ON | | School: | Richmond Hill H.S. | | Abstract: | This project aimed to design a simple, portable device to minimize the spread of the airborne viruses to be used particularly in public areas. The study analyzed the effectiveness of the different designs and materials to determine an optimal approach to limit germ spread in order to reduce disease transmission. |
| Awards | Value | Excellence Award - Intermediate
Gold Medal
Sponsor: Youth Science Canada | $250.00 | Western University Scholarship
Gold Medallist - $4000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: Western University | $4 000.00 | | Total | $4 250.00 | |
Print/Download as PDF