| Birds produce preening oil to aid buoyancy. Can the buoyancy effect of preening oil be replicated using materials with similar qualities? |
| The 'perfect face', has been determined by some, by using the Golden Ratio. This project uses maths to challenge this theory by analysing the faces of NZ models compared to non-models. |
| Is there a correlation between the job of a teacher and a personality type? Using NERIS type explorer, teachers and non-teachers are analysed to determine if there is a personality type that teachers are more likely to have and comparing that to non-teachers. |
| To find out if the type of acid used in casein glue production affects its strength. A variety of non-toxic casein glues were produced using various household acids and then strength tested and compared to the strength of PVA glue. |
| Manuka honey is believed to have anti-fungal qualities when topically applied. This project tests if the UMF rating of the honey affects the potency effectiveness of the anti-fungal properties. |
| Do rabbits have an innate response to predators that they have not been exposed before? |
| This project investigates whether used coffee grinds are actually good for plant growth or if it is just another faked ‘life-hack’. Tests are done with various ratios of coffee/garden mix to discover any correlation with plant growth. |
| Is it possible to recreate the ability of Wily Coyote, in the "Road Runner' cartoon, to remain airborne without falling? Using physics, maths and engineering we investigate the possibility of a human being able to hover for 4 seconds. |
| The smoking point of various cooking oils is investigated to reduce the risks of cancer development. This is because at smoking point, carcinogens are released and these are known to mutate cells which can lead cancer. |
| To investigate the development of edible gluten-free cutlery to reduce plastic waste and for the good of those with gluten intolerances. |
| To find out what natural alternatives there are to using commercial toothpaste to remove plaque from human teeth. And also, to test the effectiveness of these alternatives. |
| When and where might the next tornado occur in New Zealand? Using the data of past tornadoes, this project makes a prediction of the most likely scenario for the next tornado. |
| Testing to see what effect common everyday drinks have on the enamel of human teeth. This has been explored through the use of simulated teeth (boiled eggs) to educate the masses. |
| To see if cardboard tubes amplify sounds and if the length of the tube is a contributing factor. This knowledge can then be used where no electricity is available. |
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