Science Research Portfolio

When I read the WHO article about drowning causing 75% of deaths in flood disasters, I was shocked. So, how could I help make informed decisions? I then used Google Earth Engine to combine various data layers, including precipitation, elevation, vegetation, and surface water, to provide a holistic view of flood hazards. I developed 'FloodGuard,' a user-friendly interactive web application designed to streamline flood risk assessment in specific U.S. counties. In a competitive landscape of flood risk analysis tools, FloodGuard stands out as a user-friendly and accessible solution, offering valuable insights for informed decision-making.

My goal - is to expand this to all countries so people can make informed decisions for themselves! 

Passionate about protecting the environment, I explored renewable energy, particularly solar power. This led to Solarize My School, where I merged my passion with engineering. Using Google Earth Pro and Energy3D software, I conducted a virtual survey and built a detailed model of our school. Through simulations, I optimized factors like solar panel positioning and material for maximum efficiency. The result was impressive: a rooftop solar panel system with 400 large racks, generating over 1 million kWh annually. This would significantly cut our reliance on fossil fuels and benefit the environment. Moreover, the initial investment could be recouped through electricity cost savings in about 13 years, making solar a sustainable and cost-effective solution.

This project wasn't just about calculations; it aimed to create a sustainable future for our school community, offering both environmental and financial advantages.

Fascinated by eco-friendly laundry options, my 5th-grade science fair project explored the potential of soap nuts: could they compete with established brands?  This project won 1st place at the State level in Chemistry.

Comparing soap nuts to traditional detergents, I tested their cleaning power. Eco-friendly, yes, but could they really clean? The results were intriguing. Soap nuts held their own against some eco-detergents, but not quite the top brands.  However, they seemed gentler, with clearer rinse water. So, while not the cleaning king, soap nuts offer a more sustainable choice for clothes and the planet.  

Ever wonder if all those cool smart home gadgets are really safe?  That's what I explored for my 4th-grade science fair project, which even won 1st place in Biological Sciences at the state level.  My project looked at how things like Wi-Fi from smart devices might affect living things.  After three weeks, plants that got more Wi-Fi didn't survive as well.  It seemed like the more smart devices were bunched together, the stronger the Wi-Fi got too.  So, while smart homes are awesome, maybe there's more to learn about how safe they really are!