| Biography |
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| My name is Sarra Parker, and I am a grade 11 student at Lisgar Collegiate Institute in Ottawa, Ontario. I am interested in sustainable technology that can be implanted in developing countries, and that is where I got the idea for my project. I believe that creating technology that is environmentally friendly and viable for the citizens living in developing regions is important for the growth of developing countries. In school, I perform percussion in the senior band and orchestra. As well, I am a member of the varsity girls basketball team and Nordic ski team. Out of school, I play competitive basketball and also play drums in a rock band. I enjoy traveling and have had the opportunity to visit many countries. Last year, I went on a three-month educational exchange to Valencia, Spain. My advice for future scientists is to research and experiment projects and topics that you believe have the ability to make a difference in the world. If you see something that needs to change in the world, it is up to you to change it. |
| Sarra Parker
Microbial Fuel Cells: Energy for Tomorrow
| Challenge: | Energy | | Category: | Senior | | Region: | Ottawa | | City: | Ottawa, ON | | School: | Lisgar C.I. | | Abstract: | Construction of a microbial fuel cell to produce electricity. Use of bacteria-rich water in the place of wastewater. Implanting of different techniques to make the cell more efficient. Purpose of the experiment is to generate cheap and sustainable energy in third-world countries or disaster relief areas. |
| Awards | Value | Excellence Award - Senior
Bronze Medal
Sponsor: Youth Science Canada | | Carleton University Entrance Award
Senior Bronze Medallist - $1,000 Entrance Award
Sponsor: Carleton University | $1 000.00 | University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship
Senior Bronze Medallist - $1000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Ottawa | $1 000.00 | Western University Scholarship
Bronze Medallist - $1000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: Western University | $1 000.00 | | Total | $3 000.00 | |
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