Annual Missouri Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Dr. Charles R. Granger Director, Science Education Programs Departments of Biology and Education University of Missouri-St. Louis One University Boulevard, St. Louis, MO Telephone: (314) , Fax: (314) Website: UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI–ST. LOUIS COLLEGES OF ARTS & SCIENCES AND EDUCATION PIERRE LACLEDE HONORS COLLEGE

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium 2008 is our 35 th annual symposium. Three-day event held M a r c h 1 3 – 1 5, A unique, academic, developmental experience. One of 48 Regional Symposia across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Dept. of Defense schools in Europe and the Pacific. 200 high school science students. 50 teachers. Major 2008 theme is “Science as a Human Endeavor”.

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium

1.To foster the attainment and mastery of state and national performance and process skill standards in the sciences, mathematics and language arts. 2.To promote research and experimentation in the sciences, mathematics and engineering at the high school level. 3.To recognize the significance of research in human affairs, and the importance of humane and ethical principles in the application of research results. O B J E C T I V E S

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium 4.To search out talented youth and their teachers, recognize their accomplishments at symposia and encourage their continued interest in participation in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering. 5.To expand the horizons of research-oriented students by exposing them to opportunities in the academic, industrial, and governmental communities. 6.To enlarge the number of future adults capable of conducting research and development. O B J E C T I V E S

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Define the problem, include background information, design an experimental approach to solving the problem; draw appropriate conclusions. Paper should be organized in a logical manner, revealing all aspects of the investigation typed pages, double-spaced. Final paper must be received at UM-St. Louis by February 10, R E S E A R C H P A P E R S

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Research papers are presented in six, concurrent, category sessions: 1. Behavior / Education 2. Chemistry / Biochemistry 3. Environmental Science 4. General Biology 5. Microbiology and Medicine 6. Physics, Engineering, Math, and Computer Science P A P E R P R E S E N T A T I O N S

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Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Stimulating past speakers have included Nobel Laureates: Ivar Giaver (Physics) William Knowles (Chemistry) Melvin Calvin (Biochemistry) Richard Roberts (Physiology or Medicine) Rosalyn Yallow (Physiology or Medicine) Leon Lederman (Physics) L E C T U R E S

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Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Half-day industrial field trips to: Alberici, Danforth Plant Science Ctr., Genome Sequencing Center / Washington Univ., Monsanto, Reliable Biopharmaceuticals, Sigma-Aldrich, Solutia, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lock & Dam UM-St. Louis departmental tours: Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Mathematics, Computing, Molecular Electronics, Physics F I E L D T R I P S & C A M P U S T O U R S

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Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Student Research Paper Sharing Sessions Poetry Writing Competition Student Science Skills Presentations and Competition Career Sessions with noted local professors and experts in such fields as biology, chemistry, medicine, physics, and engineering Mixer with Disc Jockey Student Hotel Swim Time S P E C I A L E V E N T S

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Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium STUDENT PAPERS Top paper winner receives $2,000 scholarship. 2 nd and 3 rd place receive $1,500 and $1,000 respectively. Top six winners receive expense-paid trip to the National Symposium in Orlando in April Seniors receive a tuition-free scholarship to the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Possible $150,000 in prizes, awards and scholarships. A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

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Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium TEACHER AWARD Based on their exceptional individual effort in encouraging student participation in independent experimental research, a teacher is selected to receive: A $500 cash award An expense-paid trip to the National Junior Science Symposium (in Orlando April 2008) A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM Orlando, Florida April 30 – May 4, 2008  Compete with students from all regions for an expense-paid trip to the prestigious London International Youth Science Forum.  This is a scientific and cultural exchange program that attracts over 400 students from 60 nations.  $150,000 in scholarship awards. A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Stanley and Lucy Lopata Excellence in Creativity Award Students compete for the Lopata Creativity Award which provides a total of $6,000 in cash and recognition plaques to the authors of the top four creative papers at the Symposium. A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N Stanley and Lucy Lopata Excellence in Creativity Award

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Science Debate Four-student teams challenge each other in a formal, parliamentary-style format arguing scientifically- based issues of current interest Topic " "That it is appropriate for the United States Government to continue to use and expand the corn-based ethanol program as an alternative energy policy." A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Missouri American Water Award The top paper, as judged by Missouri American’s Water Quality staff, will be recognized with: A plaque for the student. $500 award for the student. $500 award for the teacher. Students may also apply for a grant up to $100. A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N Monsanto Science Teaching Award The Monsanto Science Teaching Award recognizes teachers who have fostered students’ knowledge, interest and skills in the sciences with a $1,000 honorarium and recognition plaque.

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N Monsanto Science Teaching Award

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Brent, Bill (1992) Brewer, Jr., Hugh (2003) Grant, Michele (2001) Hawk, Donald (1993) Haynie, Edward (2000) Heitman, Kenna (2007) Kardis, Anthony (1994) Kavanaugh, R. Kent (1995) Kirkpatrick, Eva (1989) Kralina, Linda (1998) McCollough, Gary (1991) McLaughlin, Charles (1987) A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N Meyers, Jay (2005) Nelson, William (1988) Nickelson, Dennis (1997) Patterson, Margaret (1986) Pilliod, Vallys (2004) Probert, Pamela (1999) Reule, Dennis (1996) Sherman, Marie (1989) Thurman, Greg (1990) Wyrick, Constance (2002) Walls, John David (2006) Monsanto Science Teaching Award Past Recipients:

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium T E A C H E R W O R K S H O P Past topics have included: Strategies for conducting Authentic Science Research in high school Basic statistics A visit to the Challenger Learning Center The 2008 topic is “Writing Scientific and Technical Papers”.

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium T E A C H E R W O R K S H O P

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium S P O N S O R S The following sponsors, in cooperation with the Missouri State Dept. of Elem. and Sec. Education, support the Missouri Regional Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium:  Academy of Applied Science  Air Force Office of Scientific Research  Lucy Lopata  Missouri American Water  Monsanto Company  Office of Naval Research  U.S. Army Research Office  University of Missouri Continuing Education and Outreach  University of Missouri-St. Louis

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium H O W T O A P P L Y Complete the application (distributed today or on our website). D E C E M B E R 1. Mail for receipt by D E C E M B E R 1. Send to: Dr. Charles R. Granger, Director or Ms. Nancy Diley, Co-director Departments of Biology and Education 238 Research Complex University of Missouri-St. Louis One University Boulevard St. Louis, MO

Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium W E B S I T E A frequently-asked questions section is included. THIS POWERPOINT PRESENTATION IS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE FOR YOUR USE WITH CLASSES AND CLUBS!

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI–ST. LOUIS COLLEGES OF ARTS & SCIENCES AND EDUCATION PIERRE LACLEDE HONORS COLLEGE Annual Missouri Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium Dr. Charles R. Granger Director, Science Education Programs Departments of Biology and Education University of Missouri-St. Louis One University Boulevard, St. Louis, MO Telephone: (314) , Fax: (314) Website: