CSSF Category Awards: 2012
Chemistry

Senior Division

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S0620 — First Place

Michael L. Janner, Grade 10
Fabrication and Manipulation of One-Dimensional Photonic Crystals
Advisor: Dr. Yadong Yin
School: Redlands East Valley High School, Redlands, San Bernardino County

S0602 — Second Place

Paulomi Bhattacharya, Grade 11
Eesha Khare, Grade 11
Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Internal Alkyne-Stabilized Nanoparticle for Effects on Optoelectronic Properties
Advisor: Mr. Chris Spenner
School: Harker (The) School, San Jose, Santa Clara County

S0614 — Third Place

McKenna P. Duzac, Grade 11
The Synthesis of Quantum Dots for Application in Solar Cell Efficiency
Advisor: Mr. John Allen
School: Oak Grove High School, San Jose, Santa Clara County

S0624 — Fourth Place

Alexander S. Powers, Grade 11
Chemistry of Fruits: Optimization of Postharvest Storage Conditions Affecting Nutrients and Taste
Advisor: Mr. Rod Wong
School: Bellarmine College Preparatory, San Jose, Santa Clara County

S0610 — Honorable Mention

Cameron C. Coulter, Grade 10
A Composite Study of Bio-Diesel
Advisor: Mrs. Michaele Scheerle
School: Palos Verdes High School, Palos Verdes Estates, Los Angeles County

S0625 — Honorable Mention

Sulekha S. Ramayya, Grade 12
Increasing the Efficiency of DMFCs Using Different Supply Conditions, Temperatures, and Catalysts
Advisor: Mr. Peter Starodub
School: Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Rolling Hills Estates, Los Angeles County