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Hello! My name is Ariana and I am a grade 11 student at York House School in Vancouver, BC. I absolutely LOVE chemistry, biology, and sharing my passion for science by leading science organizations for youth across BC. When I am not at the lab running my experiments, I can be found fervently studying for exams, volunteering for different charitable organizations, playing music, and playing sports. I especially enjoy volunteering with Free the Children, which I began to work with since grade 7. My volunteer group has raised money to build a school, provide free healthcare, and build a water well for a village in Kenya. In music, I have completed my ARCT exam in piano and I have a newfound enthusiasm for the cajon. I also play badminton and ultimate. Before deciding to focus on my science fair endeavours, I had badminton training for a minimum of 15 hours every week - competing in provincial and national tournaments. These experiences have greatly shaped who I am. I am extremely excited to explore CWSF this year, to share my project that uses nanoparticles to eliminate human pathogenic fungi, and to meet young, like-minded scientists. |
| Ariana Auyeung The Implementation of Nanoparticles to Eliminate Aspergillus Fungi
Défi: | Innovation | Catégorie: | Sénior | Région: | Greater Vancouver | Ville: | Vancouver, BC | École: | York House School | Sommaire: | Aspergillus fumigatus and Aspergillus flavus are two common fungi that emit mycotoxins - toxic compounds to vertebrates and animals. The toxins cause human infections, induce cancer, and food spoilage. A novel solution of titanium dioxide nanoparticles combined with zinc oxide nanoparticles was created to significantly decrease the amount of Aspergillus spores. This solution significantly reduces the incidence of Aspergillus-related diseases in the community. |
Prix | Valeur | Prix d'excellence - Sénior Médaille d'argent Sponsor: Sciences jeunesse Canada | | Bourses d'admission de la Faculté des sciences de l’Université Dalhousie Médaillé d’argent, sénior - Bourse d'admission de 2 500 $ Sponsor: Université Dalhousie, Faculté des sciences | 2 500,00 $ | Prix d'admission en sciences de UBC (Vancouver) Médaillé d’argent, sénior - Bourse d'admission de 2 000 $ Sponsor: The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) | 2 000,00 $ | Bourse d'admission de l’Université du Nouveau-Brunswick Médaillé d'argent – Bourse d’admission de 2 500 $ Sponsor: Université du Nouveau-Brunswick | 2 500,00 $ | Bourse d'admission de l'Université d'Ottawa Médaillé d’argent, sénior - Bourse d'admission de 2 000 $ Sponsor: Université d'Ottawa | 2 000,00 $ | Bourse d’études de Western University Médaillé d’argent - Bourse d'admission de 2 000 $ Sponsor: Université Western | 2 000,00 $ | Total | 11 000,00 $ | |