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Aditya, recognizing the need for an improved tamper-proof opioid pill to reduce the potential for misuse, developed a gummy-like substance...

Using an in vitro model, Sid manipulated and edited the gene expression of the ALPHA5 nicotinic receptor, which has been...

Nikita created a survey she sent out to nearly 100 teens which revealed three significant contributing factors to risky behaviors...

Mia and Daphne compared three machine learning models to determine how well they could identify undetermined overdose deaths as actual...

Rohan, Venkat and Anil developed a well-tested and lightweight non-invasive tool to measure mouse movements during the preclinical phase of...

Saadh analyzed a database that contains drug-like natural compounds, and evaluated them for patterns and commonalities. Using qualitative and quantitative...

Anusha analyzed the effect of wet and dry hookah smoke extracts on epithelial cells inside the mouth. Her findings suggest...

Nkima compared two data sets containing genes directly related to alcohol exposure to sets containing genes modified by environmental influences...

Kashfia concluded through her research that repeated risky exposures can desensitize associated negative responses, explaining why teens take risks when...

Kashfia found a direct correlation between a teen’s negative outlook on stress and a negative physical stress response that adversely...

Lindsay explored whether e-cigarettes might be a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes and found that fruit flies exposed to e-cigarette...

Rachel found that dietary changes protected adult fruit flies from the negative effects of caffeine. She also found that male...

Glenn used computational modeling, chemical synthesis of analogs, and biological testing to identify and theoretically build a more effective and...

Ralph looked at the toxicological effects of e-cigarette vapor on lung cell viability and inflammation. His project suggests that tobacco...

Kashfia found direct correlation between stress and the temporary loss of a cell phone, which she called “nomophobia” for “No...

Lily examined whether e-cigarette use could pose a risk of third hand exposure, where nicotine from vapors sticks to surfaces...

Aakash used computational and statistical techniques to provide insight into the three-dimensional structure of the GABA(A) receptor, believed to be...

The pair explored whether experience with multitasking affected behaviors controlled by the prefrontal cortex, an area involved in self-control.

Zarin hypothesized that excessive screen time with computers, phones and other electronic devices serves as a stressor ultimately affecting mood...

After exposing Zebrafish embryos to increasing concentrations of ethanol (a pure form of alcohol), the team observed the health and...

Alaina looked at the effects of two versions of the drugs called “bath salts” on the common fruit fly and...

John was able to control behavioral timing in mice that were genetically modified to activate dopamine neurons in the prefrontal...

Benjamin conducted a 74-item survey of more than 130 teens to construct a novel model of the complex relationships between...

Elisabeth conducted a survey of nearly 200 teenagers to determine how their internal self image and self esteem affected eating...

Sarah’s project identified generosity and patience as two key interacting factors that increase the likelihood that a person will make...

Darby investigated the effects of the alcoholic caffeinated beverage on the heart rate of the water flea. Her findings support...

Using molecular modeling software that incorporated eye-catching 3D structural illustrations and vivid computer animations, Naidu discovered two potential sites in...

Ameya used “rational drug design” to select candidate molecules based on previous research, narrow the list using molecular models, and...

Kevin examined whether it is possible to use specialized computer programs to re-train the brains of students with ADHD, either...

Using an innovative simulation mimicking a prototypical classroom, Joseph measured his subjects' perceptions of the risks of skipping class.