21st International Elementz Fair
21st International Elementz Fair
Despite the challenges faced due to COVID-19, five RGS Year 4 teams presented their work in an online format for the 21st International Elementz Fair and attained commendable achievements. Congratulations to the teams and Dr Lim Ai Khim from the RGS Science department who mentored the girls!
| Team Members | Project Title | Award |
|---|---|---|
| Divyasree Sekhar Srinithy Nagarajan Krystal Tan Yu Qiao |
Effect of krill oil on accumulation of β-amyloid in Caenorhabditis elegans | Gold |
| Hong Wan Jing Yvette Teo Jin Yin Bay Kai Fen, Kylie |
An investigation of Lactobacillus casei in the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease in the nematode model Caenorhabditis elegans | Gold |
| Aw Si Yu Maggie Yao Chai Yinzhi Kathryn Chia Songqi |
Supplementary DHA ameliorates motor dysfunction in Drosophila melanogaster model of Alzheimer’s Disease | Silver |
| Joey Hoe Si-En Olivia Li Yingyue |
A study of the effects of Astragalus membranaceus root extracts on cell division in garlic roots | Silver |
| Celyn Chng Low Iing Tay Li Ann |
Lactobacillus casei improve locomotive functions of Drosophila | Bronze |
The 21st International Elementz Fair is an annual event that is organised by Anderson Serangoon Junior College to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) for local and overseas students at the upper secondary and junior college levels. This event provides opportunities for budding young scientists to exchange views and experiences with local and overseas peers on their research projects.