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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
001

Gardening and Student Health

Benjamin A.

This project focuses on bettering Paly students' health through a community garden. The intent is to show how a community garden can improve both physical and mental health. Students will be able to learn hard work and dedication while at the same time learning what its like to nurture something. Students' confidence will increase, and they will spend more time outside.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18STEAM
003

Economical Transport of Probes into Interstellar Space

Naveen T.

The idea behind this particular AAR project is to dig deeper into the practicality of sending satellites, probes, and other equipment into space. The launch of an object (similar to Voyager 1 and 2) to leave Earth will be simulated in this endeavor. A prototype design for a modern orbital class rocket will be developed. Over the course of this project, the estimated cost for launching projectiles into the unknown will decrease as the design is refined.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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Mandatory Computer Science in School

Nathan C.

Only about 40% of American public schools have computer science programs. Most of these are in the wealthiest regions in America. Children who live in low income neighborhoods will never have a chance to be exposed to these kinds of classes, and these classes could change their lives.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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Underlying Causes of Incarceration and Preventing Recidivism

Darrow H.

The prison system in America is systemically flawed. Despite efforts to fight systemic racism and lower the black-to-white disparities in incarceration rates, a disproportionate number of black people are being incarcerated for crimes for which white people would not even be convicted. 1 in 3 black men can expect to go to prison in their lifetimes, as opposed to 1 in 17 white men (Knafo, 2013). This problem has negatively impacted the black communities in America because they are disproportionately criminalized and

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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Identifying Effective Methods to Encourage Households to Compost

Maya A.

When food decays in a landfill, it is trapped under layers of garbage, creating an anaerobic environment that causes methane to be released into the atmosphere. When food is composted, it decays in an aerobic environment, producing carbon dioxide, a much less potent green house gas, instead. Although all Palo Alto residents have been given compost bins, they are not always used. This research will investigate composting habits in response to different motivational tools, such as education about compost and fruit fl

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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Policy and the Movement of Undocumented Immigrants: A Look at the Correlation between State Policy and Undocumented Immigrant Populations in the United States over the Past 10 Years

Ben S. & Vyomika G.

Over the course of the last few years, undocumented immigration has become more of a hot topic than ever. With all the discussion in recent months about DACA, deportation, and other issues, it has become increasingly difficult to separate facts from inaccurate rhetoric to understand how immigrants are actually integrated into American society. By understanding the policies set in place by individual states, one can begin to have a greater understanding of how immigration and public policy influence one another, and

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Business
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How Korean Beauty Empowers Women Entrepreneurs in the U.S.

Cindy G.

The recent wave of influence by Asian/Korean culture in the U.S., known as the Hallyu Wave, has brought food, Korean dramas, and K-pop to America, as well as Korea's unique, elaborate beauty/skincare culture. Dewy skin, natural looks, and patented cushion formulas have all made their marks in the U.S.. Women entrepreneurs in America have taken advantage of ideas from the Korean beauty market to create new products for the American market; for example, many women entrepreneurs have taken similar formulas but expande

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18STEAM
009

Testing the Link Between Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and HIV

Andres B.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is one of the most pressing diseases in the medical field. Recent research has shown that it has to tendency to occur along with other illnesses. The study consists of a survey to find the prevalence of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other diseases (Alzheimer's disease and HIV). The aim of this study is to be accessible, while still being applicable to the medical world.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18STEAM
010

Effects of AI in a Changing Business Climate

Arjun S.

As AI gains prevalence in more areas of society, it is becoming much more advanced and capable of rapidly changing many historically consistent or slow-to-evolve aspects of society, including business, economics, military strategy, entertainment. As AI capability continues to increase, how will AI affect business even further than it already has in the near future? To answer this question, I will be doing research as well as conducting interviews of professionals who work in fields related to AI to incorporate expe

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18STEAM
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Improving Animal Models Best Represent Alzheimer’s Disease

Allison C.

This research project will analyze the flaws in using current mice models to evaluate Alzheimer’s disease. The limitations of mice models will be identified through extensive research and previous studies. These findings will contribute to suggesting potential improvements to the modeling of Alzheimer’s disease. The project will validate the findings by applying them to other organisms diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. By analyzing the effectiveness of these improved models, the project will aim to provide a more

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Humanities
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Sunshine (novel)

Haoning J.

I am using AAR to work on my novel, titled Sunshine. Sunshine chronicles a post-apocalyptic world, where regular catastrophes plague humanity and can only be driven off by a magical substance called "sunshine." The sunshine-seller, nephew of the deceased legendary figure Light-Bringer, distributes this "sunshine" and befriends two children named Alice and Tim. Throughout the story the sunshine-seller is confronted with questions about the evil nature of humanity, and whether the "sunshine" Light-Bringer so loved ca

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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Effectiveness and Availability of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy for People with Mental Challenges in the Bay Area

Emma V.

This research project will examine the accesibility and effectiveness of equine-assisted therapy in the Bay Area. Case studies and interviews with therapists will be used to develop materials (specifically, a pamphlet) to increase access and outreach. This pamphlet will be developed as a tool to educate the public on what equine-assisted therapy is and what current resources exist in the Bay Area.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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How High Schools in America Support Students with Mental Health Issues

Olivia W.

For this project, I will be going to different high schools in the Bay Area and meeting with their guidance counselors and administration. I will ask them what programs and services they offer to support students at school with mental health issues. I will then use this information to evaluate each school. The results will be used to create a baseline of what all students need.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Social Science
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"Pasung" Shackling the Mentally Ill in Indonesia

Dhesya S.

The goal of this project is to determine whether or not the government of Indonesia is aware of how severe “Pasung” shackling a mentally ill person is in rural and poorer parts of the country. The project is targeting those specific areas because they are far from hospitals, and most people there can’t afford proper medication or treatment. The project will consist of personal interviews from organization leaders located in smaller cities of Indonesia, as well as private doctors/faith healers through Skype. The int

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18STEAM
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How Variation in Response to Medication due to CYP450 Enzymes Affects Adverse Drug Reaction Rates (in Terms of Health and Healthcare Costs) Through Prevention of Adverse Drug Reaction?

Renee S.

Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), negative reactions to medication when used as prescribed, are responsible for many deaths each year in the United States. Estimates from different studies range from 7,000 deaths a year (courtesy of a study conducted by the Institute of Medicine in 2000) to as high as 106,000 a year, which would place ADRs as the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. ADRs place a burden on the collective health and the economy (Drug Interactions & Labeling 2016). Through accurate Adverse

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18STEAM
017

How to Optimize and Naturalize Computer-Designed Images

Andrew Z.

Utilizing machine learning, computers can now be taught to generate real images. This project uses a general adversarial network (GAN) to generate images. A GAN is composed of two neural networks: one plays the painter and one the judge. The painter uses responses from the judge to improve its painting, eventually generating life-like images. However, getting a GAN to work as intended in this regard is notoriously difficult; one goal of the project is to improve the training process.

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Vol. 3 · 2017-18Humanities
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How Use of a Teen Mentoring Program Impacts the Academic Engagement of Third Graders

Bradley S.

This research project will pilot a mentorship program within the context of a youth support and religious studies program within my church. In 5th grade, there has been a decline in enrollment and a drop-off in the number of students attending the program, and this project will study whether a mentorship program can be effective in sustaining and increasing participation. High school students from the church will be recruited and trained to serve as mentors. This is a critical age because this is the time kids stop

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