High School Student Researcher Arshmeet on High Conservation of the vanA gene
Arshmeet Kaur, a homeschooled and dual-enrolled student at Evergreen Valley College in the USA, has been actively involved in various roles. In Student Government, Arshmeet served as an External Vice President and Senator. Notable work includes co-writing a resolution addressing gender-neutral restroom access on campus. She has also contributed to the Student Equity Committee, supporting […]
High School Student Researcher William on Innovating on Semantic Segmentation Networks for Auto Driving
William Xu, a student at Harriton High School in the USA, is driven by a profound interest in neural and cognitive science, particularly in unravelling the complexities of the human brain. In his leisure time, he self-studies neuroscience and aspires to contribute to the field of neuroscience and cognitive science in the future. In the […]
High School Student Researcher Karma on Integration of Particle Acceleration in Magnetic & Electric Fields
Karma Bridgman, a student at Dubai College in the UAE, has demonstrated a strong academic focus. She completed a Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) with a 10,000-word dissertation on astrophysics and quantum physics, titled ‘Theories for the End of the Universe.’ As the sole editor of the Mathematics Society, Karma manages and edits the school’s mathematics […]
High School Student Researcher Youyou on Assessment of Overt Peer Victimisation in Children
Youyou Shen, a student at Shenwai International School in China, has engaged in various projects showcasing her diverse skills and interests. She was shortlisted in the Psychology category in a highly prestigious and rigorous essay competition in the US, standing out among 945 submissions. Her Extended Essay at Shenwai International School also involves a 4000-word […]
High School Student Researcher Katelyn on Computer Vision to Radial Velocity Extraction for Exoplanet
Katelyn Gan, a student at Sage Hill High School in the USA, has achieved notable distinctions, including the President’s Volunteer Service Gold Award, Math Prize for Girls, AMC 10 National Top 1% Distinguished Honor Roll, Broadcom MASTERS® National Semifinalist, and Science Olympiad National Tournament 2nd Place and State Champion. Her interest in science and research […]
High School Student Researcher Aadi on Bioinformatics Analysis of the Interactions of Mutant p5
Aadi Desai, a student at Navrachana School Sama in India, excels in biology and harbours a keen interest in space exploration. He has earned accolades such as the Medal of Distinction and Excellence and the International Topper Spell Bee award. Notably, he ranked among the top 10 in India for SpellBee in 2015-16 and was […]
High School Student Researcher Aleeza on Teacher Burnout and Job Satisfaction Rates
Aleeza Dhillon, a student at Valley Stream North High School in the USA, has always been passionate about research. At the same time, she has enrolled in a three-year Science Research Program through SUNY Albany University. She has written a review paper on the successes and failures of clinical trials involving the treatment of Alzheimer’s […]
High School Student Researcher Kara’s Paper on Optimizing Chemical Reactions Using Computer Models Accepted at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR)
Kara Lee, a student at Stanford Online High School in the USA, qualified for the 2022 USGA Women’s Amateur Four-Ball held in Washington, showcasing her skill in golf. Reflecting on her experiences, Kara draws parallels between golf and science, understanding that both reward unconventional approaches. She has learned from the evolution of science to question […]
CCIR Idea & Innovation Series: Professor Sandie Byrne, Professor of English at the University of Oxford
In this podcast, Professor Sandie Byrne (University of Oxford) speaks us about the ways we can “stretch, challenge, and exploit” the “possibilities of that amazing thing called language,” particularly in Tony Harrison’s poetry and other post-war poets’ work. She also delves into the study of objects in Jane Austen’s novels and the mysteries which these […]
High School Student Researcher Aurna on Validity In Logical Theories
Aurna Mukherjee, a high school student at the Liberal Arts & Science Academy in the USA, has a strong passion for science and research. Excelling in academics, she has also been active in various extracurricular activities. Aurna interned at TrashBots and Fitalyst, where she contributed to product ideas and data aggregation. As a U.S. Student […]