1. Birds Vs. Turbines:  Lily P. ('17) was interested in the potential cons of "green" energy sources. Her article discussed the negative impact wind turbines have on birds, and the changes being made to lessen this impact.
  2. The Curve Shapes of Nature: Sae Rheen K. ('16) and her father, Isaac K. wrote this submission about two different geometric curves. 
  3. Energy in the Obama Era: This article was written by Leo G. ('15) after he developed an interest in the climate crisis, and wanted to educate himself on the political issues of climate change. 
  4. The Future of Neuroscience:This submission by Ellie S. ('17) was written in response to a New York Times article she read on advancements in neuroscience. 
  5. Gender Gap in Math: Jordan A. ('16) looks critically at information about the differences in math performance between genders and creates a hypothetical study that she would carry out to learn more. 
  6. GMOs--Yes or No?: Michelle A. ('17) wrote this article, describing the role of scientists in ensuring public health, for her chemistry class.
  7. The History of Minecraft: Minecraft enthusiast Will M. ('15) synthesizes the history of the popular game in this self-assigned essay.
  8. Prozac and the Brain: This research paper was written by Copeland M. ('15)
  9. Philae Lander's Discovery of Organic Molecules: Dylan P. ('17) wrote this essay in response to a question regarding organic molecules that came up in his chemistry class.
  10. Advantages and Disadvantages of Wind Turbines: Blake M. ('17) wrote this article for his chemistry class in response to an article he read about wind turbines.  
  11. An Overview of Lupus: Spurred by a fascination with autoimmunity, Lily C. ('15) chose to research lupus for her final paper during her AP Biology Class' unit on the immune system. 
  12. The Methylhex Ban: Organic chemistry student Jared C. ('16) wrote this paper comparing the recent ban on Methylhex to the ban on chlorofluorocarbons. 
  13. The Effect of Lyme Disease on the Immune System: This paper on Lyme Disease was written by AP Biology student Copeland M. ('15)  
  14. Infectious Mononucleosis: AP Biology student Lucas F. ('15) chose Mononucleosis as the topic for his immune system research paper.
  15. The Switch: In her submission, Kristen H. ('17) discusses why areas around the world tend to follow in New York's footsteps when it comes to scientific progress.  
  16. Replacing CFCs: Lily C. ('15) wrote this short paper after her Organic Chemistry class read about and discussed the use of chlorofluorocarbons and their damage to the environment.