Program

Welcome and Introductions (3:00 - 3:20 pm)

Otto Miller room 109

We will be welcomed by Dr. Bruce Congdon, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Division of STEM and Social Sciences.

Oral Presentations (3:30 - 5:10 pm)

Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Genetics, Otto Miller room 118

3:30 - 3:45 pm	Uncovering novel genetic Wnt-associated pathways in Caenorhabditis elegans Presenters: Leah Bouterse, Christina Childs, Elayna Boot and Marina Kovic Advised by: Dr. Derek Wood and Dr. Jenny Tenlen [abstract]Working as part of an ongoing collaborative effort with the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, SPU Genetics students used RNAi silencing to investigate gene candidates for Wnt pathway mediated formation of intestinal tissue in Caenorhabditis elegans.
3:45 - 4:00 pm	Characterization of a novel RNA tertiary interaction found in THF riboswitches Presenter: Laura DeWald Advised by: Dr. Wade Grabow [abstract]Tetrahydrofolate (THF) riboswitches are naturally occurring RNA structures that exhibit a specific long-range tertiary interaction which can be isolated and studied in the form of self-assembling tectoRNAs. We have used the crystal structures of two of these THF riboswitches to design tectoRNAs, measure their relative Kd values, and ultimately compare the thermodynamic characteristics of the sequence variants to quantitatively determine their relative binding strengths for future use in artificial RNA design. * Best Oral Presentation awardee
4:00 - 4:15 pm	Hybrid genome assembly and analysis of Agrobacterium rhizogenes A4 Presenter: Genny Roberts Advised by Dr. Derek Wood [abstract]The study of genome assembly of Agrobacterium rhizogenes A4 begins with assembling raw data, discerning hard-to-read regions and gene family analysis. Additionally, this project overviews features detected by the software as well as the future scope of this project including an investigation of epigenetic modifications to the DNA.
4:15 - 4:20 pm	Break
4:20 - 4:35 pm	F5R19 Genome Closure Presenter: Loa Griesbach Advised by Dr. Derek Wood [abstract]Close genome of F5R19, the only Agrobacterium possessing the ability to fix nitrogen. Has assembled 326 454 contigs and 186 SMRT unitigs into 14 hybrid pieces. Currently attempting to close gaps with PCR and Sanger sequencing. Will confirm questionable portions of the genome with PCR and Sanger sequencing before publication.
4:35 - 4:50 pm	Proline gene evolution in Agrobacterium Presenter: Navarre Freeman Advised by: Dr. Derek Wood [abstract]This project focused on proline gene evolution in agrobacterium; specifically focused on the functionality of multiple ProC Gene mutants in the genomes of various agrobacterium species. This was done by transforming mutant genes into E. coli lacking ProC genes, then testing each using functional complementation.
4:50 - 5:05 pm	Proline quantification in Agrobacterium tumefaciens C58 Presenter: Katya Bergeron and Grace Andrews Advised by: Dr. Derek Wood [abstract]The goal of this project was to produce a proline quantification assay which could test whether the two copies of proC in Agrobacterium tumefaciens C58 were producing different amounts of proline. This was accomplished using a colorimetric assay where ninhydrin binds to proline to produce a colored complex.

Ecology and Physiology, Otto Miller room 126

3:30 - 3:50 pm	Thermoregulation variation between humans while walking stairs Presenter: Peder Erickson Advised by: Dr. Cara Wall-Scheffler [abstract]Differences in body composition and reproductive cost between men and women create different constraints on physiology (e.g. thermoregulation). To explore the nature of these differences, we perturbed participant systems with stair walking and found evidence that women tune higher levels of blood perfusion and sweating during work than men.
3:50 - 4:10 pm	Adverse soil conditions contribute to plant palatability on Blakely Island Presenter: Chelsea D. Spaniel Advised by: Dr. Tim Nelson [abstract]This study sought to determine differences in secondary metabolites and nutrient uptake in populations of Lysichiton americanus in order to unmask peculiar eating habits of Island deer. This was done by addressing differences in calcium concentration in soil, calcium oxalate crystal density in leaf tissue and the Carbon to Nitrogen ratio, between two sites over spring and summer on Blakely Island
4:10 - 4:30 pm	Impaired olfaction and AVP manipulation lead to changes in aggression, maternal care, and pup survival in California mice Presenter: Grace Mammarella, Mariah Conley and Maya Swineheart Advised by: Dr. Janet Bester-Meredith [abstract]In this study, we examined whether disruption of olfactory input and central AVP manipulation changes species-specific social behavior in California mice. Both induced anosmia and centrally injected AVP reduced aggression. This study suggests that complex behaviors in California mice are impacted through disruption of olfactory abilities.
4:30 - 4:50 pm	Blakely Island deer, developmental heterochrony and the Island Rule Presenter: Julia Lippert, Brendan McMillen, Trevor Hildebrand and Karissa Courtney Advised by: Dr. Eric Long and Dr. Cara Wall-Scheffler [abstract]Our project is comparing the tooth eruption ages of island deer and main land deer in order to determine if the island rule is in affect on Blakely Island and is causing the local population of deer there to develop at a slower rate. * Best Oral Presentation awardee
4:50 - 5:10 pm	Old growth forest vs transmission powerline right-of-ways: variation in avian populations based on habitat differences on Blakely Island, WA Presenter: Eliot Orando and John McAuley Advised by: Dr. Eric Long [abstract]We studied avian populations on Blakely Island. Using recordings we were able to identify species present in different habitats. We then used presence absence modeling to determine variations between the two habitats.

Mathematics (Session 1), Otto Miller room 215

3:30 - 3:50 pm	Illustrating Calculus Concepts with Sagemath Presenter: Leah Wurst Advised by: Dr. John Hossler [abstract]I have used Sagemath to create interactive programs that illustrate Calculus concepts. I have also created worksheets that accompany them. My presentation explains my educational methods and my programming processes. The presentation also exhibits the final product of the programs I created.
3:50 - 4:10 pm	Valuating Stock Option Prices Through the Binomial Tree Model Presenter: Tiffany Chen Advised by: Dr. Brian Gill [abstract]This research based project summarizes and evaluates the binomial option tree model to stock option valuation.
4:10 - 4:30 pm	The Power of Sharing: A Look into the Statistical Analysis of Passing in Basketball Presenter: Jennie Martin Advised by: Dr. John Hossler [abstract]This project examines and attempts to recreate the results of Kirk Goldsberry's article, "The NBA's Next Shooting Revolution Has Already Been Televised" in regards to the claims it makes about the relationship between shooting efficiency and passing in basketball.
4:30 - 4:50 pm	Mathematical Analysis of Chutes and Ladders Presenter: Tasha Harris Advised by: Dr. John Hossler [abstract]This project looks at how Chutes and Ladders can be modeled by a Markov chain. I use the theory of Markov chains as well as a simulation to analyze various aspects of Chutes and Ladders. * Best Oral Presentation awardee
4:50 - 5:10 pm	Mathematical model of advection and diffusion of lead throughout the human body in relation to the permeability surface-area product of the toxin being transported Presenter: Andrea G. Negrete Advised by: Dr. John Hossler [abstract]A three dimensional mathematical network model of capillary beds, which was developed by Bassingthwaighte et al., was explored. Based off of the network model, Krogh’s cylinder was applied to account for the advective and diffusive transport processes occurring throughout the network. The permeability surface area product that was derived by Bassingthwaighte et al. from implementing these networks and transport processes was then applied to a metal toxin, lead. The permeability surface area product was then estimated for five key organs/tissues that take part in the digestive system, assuming the metal toxin is ingested. This then indicated the varying 𝑚𝐿 of lead ions that are passively transported, per gram of the organs/tissues, per minute.

Mathematics (Session 2), Otto Miller room 245

3:30 - 3:50 pm	Hierarchical Data Clustering: Replicating Human Intuition Presenter: Jonathan D. Van Schenck Advised by: Dr. Wei Lau [abstract]Humans have excellent pattern recognition skills. Our intuition allows us to identify groups of points (and their underlying trends) in a dataset with relative ease. Unfortunately, we are limited to low dimensionality and small datasets. Replicating and generalizing human intuition, we will discuss a specific algorithmic process: hierarchical data clustering.
3:50 - 4:10 pm	The Concept of Infinity at an Earlier Age Presenter: Nikki Hallberg Advised by: Dr. Robbin O’Leary [abstract]Finding the right place to introduce infinity is crucial since students often get the wrong idea. Teachers can teach the concept of infinity to students even as young as fifth grade by teaching topics focused around visual representations like fractals: Fractal Trees, Koch’s Curve, Sierpinski Triangle, and the Fibonacci sequence.
4:10 - 4:30 pm	Rubik's Cube - The in's and out's and how it works Presenter: Dean Joshua David Advised by: Dr. Steve Johnson [abstract]Looking at the math behind the Rubik's Cube and the consequences that follow.
4:30 - 4:50 pm	Image Compression Using Singular Value Decomposition Presenter: Ashley Sonan Advised by: Dr. Wei Lau [abstract]With the multimedia world growing exponentially, memory space is quickly becoming more and more limited. The goal of image compression is to reduce the digital image data without significantly degrading the image quality, resulting in a more efficient use of data storage. One method of image compression is Singular Value Decomposition.
4:50 - 5:10 pm	Hyperbolic Geometry Presenter: Kristin Drinnon Advised by: Dr. Robbin O’Leary [abstract]This is my math senior project on Hyperbolic Geometry. I will visually represent definitions of concepts in hyperbolic geometry and go through a few proofs I have completed. I will also describe some of the differences between hyperbolic geometry and Euclidean geometry. * Best Oral Presentation awardee

Chemistry and Engineering, Otto Miller room 225

3:30 - 3:50 pm	The application of many-body decomposition schemes to the local mode vibrations of water clusters and larger solvated systems Presenter: Joseph Heindel Advised by: Dr. Daniel Schofield [abstract]By applying a many-body decomposition scheme, we analyze the local mode vibrations of various water hexamers and the larger DD(20,1) water cluster. The applicability of this decomposition scheme to larger, solvated systems is also explored. Best Oral Presentation awardee
3:55 - 4:15 pm	Hive Mind Presenter: Nathan Fredrickson, Ashley Sonan, Matt Christiansen, Jon Kettenring and Spencer Marshall Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding [abstract]Autonomous rover system for mapping the terrain and atmosphere of a building. This product would be used by gas companies in the case of a gas leak.
4:20 - 4:40 pm	Open Source Water Testing Device Presenter: Hunter McSwain, Wylie Louie, O'Connor Griffith, Brannon Molvik, and Michaela Fraser Advised by: Professor Don Peter [abstract]A cheaply produced, reliable, open source water tester to be used in devolping nations to help determine the potability of water.
4:45 - 5:05 pm	Smart Garden Presenter: Nina Botis and Barrett Estep Advised by: Professor Don Peter [abstract]Smart Garden is a countertop hydroponics unit that automatically monitors and administers nutrient solution, pH balancing chemicals, and regulates the lighting environment.

Poster Presentations (5:15 - 6:30 pm)

Otto Miller Lobby and 2nd Floor

Biochemistry

Grace Andrews. Biological Information: The Curious Case of RNA. Advised by: Dr. Wade Grabow, Biochemistry [abstract]This project explores the possibility of RNA as the first informational molecule, specifically focusing on the role its three-dimensional structure plays in the storage of information..

Biology

Aly Adams and Emma DeBoer. Soil metagenomic analysis of forested and deforested areas. Advised by: Dr. Ryan Ferrer, Biology [abstract]A molecular comparison of the biodiversity of microorganisms found in two different soil samples from Blakely Island, WA. The samples were obtained from a clear cut area of forest and an old growth area of forest. The ribosomal DNA of both prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms was extracted and processed to acquire raw data that were analyzed for taxonomic biodiversity..

Andrea Belleville. Environment Specific Adaptation of Antiviral Genes in Threespine Stickleback Fish. Advised by: Dr. Catherine Peichel, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center [abstract]I have been investigating the evolution of antiviral genes in threespine stickleback populations. The threespine stickleback is an excellent model for recent evolutionary divergence, and we are looking to see if antiviral genes in the fish model reflect divergence otherwise seen between population niches..

Gailynn Benjamin. Human locomotion: examining energy costs and human behavior associated with load carrying. Advised by: Dr. Cara Wall-Scheffler, Biology [abstract]Examines metabolic cost of carrying a load in various positions and with various tools in a laboratory setting, as well as how humans handle load carrying in a real-world setting. .

Katya Bergeron and Grace Andrews. Proline Quantification in Agrobacterium tumefaciens C58. Advised by: Dr. Derek Wood, Biology [abstract]The goal of this project was to produce a proline quantification assay which could test whether the two copies of proC in Agrobacterium tumefaciens C58 were producing different amounts of proline. This was accomplished using a colorimetric assay where ninhydrin binds to proline to produce a colored complex..

Julian M. Conn Busch. Core components of the RNA silencing machinery are conserved in tardigrades. Advised by: Dr. Jenny Tenlen, Biology [abstract]The study of evolutionary developmental biology seeks to elucidate differences in mechanisms by which embryogenesis occurs. RNA interference (RNAi) is a gene expression regulatory process and may play an important role in embryogenesis. Using Hypsibius dujardini (Phylum Tardigrada) as a model, over thirty potentially conserved RNAi genes were identified..

Kyle Davies. Sexual dimorphism in human gait efficiency: An EMG analysis. Advised by: Dr. Cara Wall-Scheffler, Biology [abstract]This study considers how males and females are able to maintain similar total energetic costs of locomotion, despite females having wider pelves (traditionally, ‘the obstetrical dilemma’). By using EMG data, we were able to uncover substantial differences between sexes in the timing of muscle activation along the gait cycle..

Melissa Doja and Isabelle Yalowicki. Isolation and Identification of Bacterial Contaminants in Cosmetic Products. Advised by: Dr. Cynthia Bishop, Biology [abstract]It is not uncommon for individuals to share their cosmetic products with each other. Because approximately 20% of people carry Staphylococcus and Streptococcus without showing symptoms, these organisms could be transmitted by sharing cosmetics. Using aseptic technique, fifty two cosmetic products were sampled and analyzed for bacterial growth. .

Navarre Freeman. Proline Gene Evolution in Agrobacterium. Advised by: Dr. Derek Wood, Biology [abstract]This project focused on proline gene evolution in agrobacterium; specifically focused on the functionality of multiple ProC Gene mutants in the genomes of various agrobacterium species. This was done by transforming mutant genes into E. coli lacking ProC genes, then testing each using functional complementation..

Nellie Hannah. Underwater videographic analysis of ulvoid distribution in the Puget Sound. Advised by: Dr. Tim Nelson, Biology [abstract]An analysis of video transects collected over five years, tracking distribution changes of green algae and eelgrass species and determining which regions of the Puget Sound are most likely to experience harmful macroalgal blooms..

Simone Helzberg. The effect of sex hormones on ACL injuries in Women. Advised by: Dr. Jeanne-Marie Guise, Oregon Health & Science University.

Julia Lippert, Brendan McMillen, Trevor Hildebrand, and Karissa Courtney. Blakely Island deer, developmental heterochrony and the Island Rule. Advised by: Dr. Eric Long, Biology and Dr. Cara Wall-Scheffler, Biology [abstract]Our project is comparing the tooth eruption ages of island deer and main land deer in order to determine if the island rule is in affect on Blakely Island and is causing the local population of deer there to develop at a slower rate..

Charlotte Niauw. Comparison of salinity with nitrogen and carbon content of ulvoid algae in the Puget Sound region. Advised by: Dr. Tim Nelson, Biology [abstract]Macroalgae in Puget Sound have historically been presumed to be growing under nitrogen-replete conditions due to abundant upwelled nitrogen, though past work in Dumas Bay suggests that a lower salinity site, far from the ultimate source of upwelling, might be nitrogen-limited. Over the span of two months (July and August 2015), algae and water samples were collected at various beaches throughout the Puget Sound region during low tide. Nitrogen and carbon content and C:N ratios as well as salinity at each site were determined. Tissue nitrogen content was unusually high throughout the Sound in 2015. A positive correlation between salinity and nitrogen tissue content was found for both July and August samples. Thus the hypothesis that nitrogen limitation becomes more likely with lower salinity is supported..

Angie Pell. Quantification of copper and lead in moss from Seattle, Washington and Deception Pass State Park using flame atomic absorption spectroscopy and the standard addition method. Advised by: Dr. Ryan Ferrer, Biology and Dr. Karisa Pierce, Chemistry [abstract]Moss was collected from parks within Seattle, WA as well as Deception Pass, WA. The concentration of heavy metals within the moss quantified..

Sierra Sanders. Identifying and characterizing the germline protein Vasa in the tardigrade Hypsibius dujardini. Advised by: Dr. Jenny Tenlen, Biology [abstract]Various mechanisms are utilized to ensure germ cells, which give rise to reproductive cells, acquire the correct fate. I am currently working with the tardigrades Hypsibius dujardini to characterize the expression of Vasa, a gene highly associated with regulating germ cell development. A candidate vasa sequence has been identified and we are working to isolate other possible vasa candidates for comparison..

Jessica Soderquist. Dopamine Production and Storage Correlate with Acidic Compartments in Living Cells of the Marine Alga, Ulvaria obscura. Advised by: Dr. Rick Ridgway, Biology [abstract]We examined dopamine (DA) production and storage in Ulvaria obscura using a novel method in which DA is reacted in situ with p-aminobenzoic acid, forming a red-colored adduct. Since this adduct formation is favored in acidic conditions, we also used a fluorescent probe to locate acidic compartments in Ulvaria cells..

Kendall Vignaroli, Anne Mueller and Evan Simpson. Microglial Motility and Neuron Regeneration is Inhibited by Zinc Chloride in the Pond Snail, Lymnaea stagnalis. Advised by: Dr. Rick Ridgway, Biology [abstract]Nerve crush triggers key regenerative processes in the snail CNS, including microglial activation and motility, and sprouting and growth cone motility of damaged nerve cells. Our study suggests 0.1mM ZnCl2 does not inhibit microglial activation or neuron electrophysiology, but does inhibit microglial motility, neural sprouting, and also growth cone motility..

Madison Webster. Chemosensory Responses and Predator Avoidance in Pacific Northwest Aves. Advised by: Dr. Ryan Ferrer, Biology [abstract]A study was conducted at Discovery Park in Seattle, where the chemosensory responses of birds at a food source was studied. Birds were observed feeding from three different food sources that had local sources of fresh urine (rabbit/cat). It was hypothesized that birds would feed less from the source with cat urine as a means to avoid possible predation. The different species of birds feeding from the three sources was also observed. . * Best Poster awardee

Tayler Wyss and Thao Nguyen. A dopamine-PABA adduct assay enables spectrophotometric quantification of dopamine release by the marine alga, Ulvaria obscura. Advised by: Dr. Rick Ridgway, Biology [abstract]Our research project aims to quantify the amount of dopamine (DA) released from Ulvaria obscura, a green macroalga in the Northeast Pacific coast, by using UV-Vis spectrophotometry to measure dopamine-o-quinone-PABA, an adduct product formed from the coupling reaction between a dopamine oxidation product and 4- aminobenzoic acid (PABA).. * Best Poster awardee

Chemistry

Joseph Heindel. The Application of Many-Body Decomposition Schemes to the Local Mode Vibrations of Water Clusters and Larger Solvated Systems. Advised by: Dr. Daniel Schofield, Chemistry [abstract]By applying a many-body decomposition scheme, we analyze the local mode vibrations of various water hexamers and the larger DD*(20,1) water cluster. The applicability of this decomposition scheme to larger, solvated systems is also explored..

Elizabeth Knodel. Vibrational Spectra of Hydrogen Bound Dimers. Advised by: Dr. Daniel Schofield, Chemistry [abstract]The vibrational spectra of several hydrogen bound dimers (ethanethiol or thioacetic acid bound to a variety of hydrogen bond acceptors) are calculated from ab initio calculated potential energy surfaces using a local mode approach. The calculated spectra will be used to guide experimental efforts to characterize these complexes in the gas phase..

Computer Science

Kyle Dimalanta, Jon Hall, Stephen Dupre and Louis Morrison. Electronic Medical Patient Record Software. Advised by: Professor Elaine Weltz, Computer Science [abstract]A new medical records software, that students training to become nurses could use to comprehensively learn how to operate these types of software..

Matthieu Grieger, Brendan Murphy and Marshall Pelissier. VideoLocale -- Discover the World of YouTube. Advised by: Professor Elaine Weltz, Computer Science [abstract]VideoLocale is a website that allows users to find YouTube videos from particular regions by selecting areas on an interactive map..

Brandon Hill, Eric Grant and Jon Jo. SquadUp. Advised by: Professor Elaine Weltz, Computer Science [abstract]A mobile application that allows users to make organizing basketball pickup games a much easier process. Users can look up participating gyms and it will show their open gym times, location, what other users will be at the open gym, etc. Also allows you to invite your friends to come to an open gym with you..

Benjamin Stout, Julia Foote and Nathaniel Kaldor. SixPence. Advised by: Professor Elaine Weltz, Computer Science [abstract]SixPence is an innovative fundraising app designed to provide missionaries, nonprofits and ministries with an effective, practical and streamlined approach to gathering support and fundraising..

Engineering

Abdul Almogbil, Byron Kim, Hannah Kim, Ha Nguyen and Nolan Smurro. Sea.V.T. Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding, Engineering, and Dr. Adam Arabian, Engineering [abstract]Our project is to build a customized Continuously Variable Transmission(CVT) system for Baja SAE buggie that will be competing for next year’s Baja SAE Competition..

Jordan Banks and Jon Lewis. Power Distribution System for Jordanian Refuge Camp. Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding, Engineering [abstract]Team Anonymous Kraken’s goal is to design a device that will alleviate the problem of hazardous power grid connections in the Za’atri refugee camp in Jordan. Our system will provide an increase in safety for refugees and grid power health as residents connect to the power system.. * Best Poster awardee

Daniel Berendsen, Kevin Snyder, Josiah Zering and Zach Wagner. Skaters Gonna Skate. Advised by: Professor Don Peter, Engineering [abstract]EEG Sensor controlled mountain board..

Nina Botis and Barrett Estep. Smart Garden. Advised by: Professor Don Peter, Engineering [abstract]Smart Garden is a countertop hydroponics unit that automatically monitors and administers nutrient solution, pH balancing chemicals, and regulates the lighting environment..

Brendan Bryant, Brinlee Finzel, Sarah Grace and Case Visser. Self-Powered Exhaust Filtration System. Advised by: Dr. Adam Arabian, Engineering [abstract]Open pit burning in a 55 gallon drum is a common waste removal practice in developing countries. About 4 million people die prematurely from illnesses related to pollution from burning waste. The Self-Powered Exhaust Filtration System aims to remove the harmful toxins, particles, and dioxins. Thermal Electric Generators (TEG’s) will use the heat produced from the burning of the waste to produce a current in order to charge a battery; the battery will power a fan which is the first stage of our two stage filtration process. This system is compatible with any 55 gallon drum making it accessible to anyone who uses this part to burn their waste. With this filtration system, we hope to reduce harmful toxins community members are exposed to and improve the quality of life in developing countries..

Nathan Fredrickson, Ashley Sonan, Matt Christiansen, Jon Kettenring and Spencer Marshall. Hive Mind. Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding, Engineering [abstract]Autonomous rover system for mapping the terrain and atmosphere of a building. This product would be used by gas companies in the case of a gas leak..

Douglas Hansen, Steve Banin, Calvin Ibrahim and Sean Muir. RE-3D. Advised by: Dr. Daniel Keene, Engineering [abstract]A low cost recycling device which converts unwanted plastic material into filament for use in 3D printers.. * Best Poster awardee

Brandon Holper, Jacob Young, Matthew Leavens, Josh Haugen and Bryan Emanuel. Reinventing the Wheel. Advised by: Professor Don Peter, Engineering [abstract]Our team is seeking to create an economical and elegant product that can be used to help alleviate the need for electric power in developing countries. To accomplish this, we are working towards developing technology for power generation that can be easily integrated with a normal bicycle frame..

Sierra Jessup, Amy Sprossig, Max Osgood and Ian Grissom. Wood Fired Pizza Oven - Junior Design Project. Advised by: Dr. Daniel Keene, Engineering [abstract]Our team will be designing and fabricating a wood fired pizza oven that will be portable (by car) on a small trailer. The oven shall reach a minimum of 750 degrees F..

Tyler Kehret. x86 Undergraduate Research. Advised by: Dr. Aaron Dingler, Computer Engineering [abstract]Feasibility study on completing x86 assignments in undergraduate courses. .

Tyler Kehret, Neal Eaden, Ben Smith, Mitchell Wall and Ronald Lopez. Senior Design Project - The Electroband. Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding, Engineering [abstract]Research project to create a bio medical feedback device..

Yuri Koval, Thaibinh Nguyen, Jordan Kollars and Jenifer Pitts. Powered Longboard Drive System. Advised by: Dr. Daniel Keene, Engineering [abstract]We are designing a drive system that can propel the user forward on a longboard. We will also incorporate regenerative braking in this system..

Zach Lustyk, Omar Almuhanna, Yisel Navarro, Connor O'Kinsella and Ben Stout. Team SolBeat. Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding, Engineering [abstract]We are designing a robust semi-modular EKG system with a durable power supply capable of suppressing high voltage spikes, oriented towards a third world environment..

Hunter McSwain, Wylie Louie, O'Connor Griffith, Brannon Molvik and Michaela Fraser. Open Source Water Testing Device. Advised by: Professor Don Peter, Engineering [abstract]An cheaply produced, reliable, open source water tester to be used in devolping nations to help determine the potability of water..

Caleb Meyer, Elbethel Kelemu, Andrew Erne and Eric Bryant. Remote Control Water Bottle Launcher. Advised by: Dr. Daniel Keene, Engineering [abstract]We are creating a water bottle rocket launchpad for use by SPU. The system works by securing a two liter bottle with varying amounts of water to a pipe, pump in compressed air to increase the pressure, then release the bottle into the air. .

David Wu, Tin Nguyen, Cameron Griffith, Dan Al Haidan and Yuki Matsubayashi. HUDDLE (Heads-Up Display Data Link Experience). Advised by: Dr. Kevin Bolding, Engineering, and Dr. Adam Arabian, Engineering [abstract]We are designing a device that works to display various vital aspects of a vehicle while driving - on the windshield, reflected back to the driver. This device encourages a safer environment, in which the driver does not need to look away from the road..

Mathematics

Meghan Clark, Dean David. Bathematics. Advised by: Dr. Wei Lau, Mathematics [abstract]An analysis of the water flow needed to keep a bathtub full of water warmed to a specific temperature..

Ashley Sonan, Brittany Dygert and Tiffany Chen. Bath Time Meets Math Time: A Not-So-Wishy-Washy Guide to Washing. Advised by: Dr. Wei Lau, Mathematics [abstract]The Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM) is an international 96-hour math competition in modeling real world situations. Our challenge is to describe and model effective strategies in optimizing the bathing process in two ways: minimizing water consumption and maximizing time spent in the water of desired temperature..

Laura Wood and Leah Wurst. Orbital Debris: Will Space Run Out of Space? Advised by: Dr. Dr. Wei Lau, Mathematics [abstract]We competed in the Mathematical Modeling Competition, working to complete a question on mathematically modeling a cost effective solution to the problem of orbital debris..

Keynote Address (7:30 - 8:30 pm)

Otto Miller room 109

Our keynote speaker is Dr. Robert Lerch, Senior Director at Pfizer Vaccine Research & Development, who will discuss "Applying a Christian education to working for a drug company."

Awards Ceremony and Door-prize drawing (8:30 - 9:00 pm)

Otto Miller room 109

During the Awards Ceremony, Theresa Britschgi, Director of STEM Support Services for the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (one of our sponsors), will recognize Washington State Opportunity Scholars who are presenting their research at the Erickson Conference this year.