2000 Category Winners in
Microbiology

First Place: J1212

Kanny, Allison M. Grade 8, Ventura County
A Green Fungus among Us
Advisor: Mrs. Debbie Dunn
School: Mesa Union Junior High School, Somis

Second Place: J1220

Nahigian, Sarah C. Grade 6, Fresno County
Can Spices Be Effective Antibacterial Agents?
Advisor: Mr. David Russell
School: Wash (John S.) Elementary School, Fresno

Third Place: J1202

Berger, Alexandra J. Grade 6, Los Angeles County
What You're Really Eating: The Story Behind Cooking Bacteria
Advisor: Mr. Carl Reichenberger
School: Sierra Canyon Middle School, Chatsworth

Honorable Mention: J1225

Ruane, Neil M. Grade 7, Los Angeles County
How Dirty Is a Dog's Mouth?
Advisor: Ms. Debra Beckett
School: St. Paul the Apostle School, Los Angeles