Journal of Student Science and Technology  

Brad Bass

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Ayesha A. Hassan

In recent years, saliva has been used as a non-invasive method of obtaining genomic DNA. Two common collection methods include mouthwash and commercially produced saliva kits. Here, a novel comparison between these two collection methods, using Scope® mou... see more

Andy Tran

This project simulates the Concentric Zone model (Ernest Burgess, 1925) using the agent-based simulation software COBWEB, which allows comparison of transportation costs in determining the distribution of agents after a set period of time. The energy an i... see more

Emily Chu

Over the past century, NGOs have been rapidly growing in numbers have become increasingly involved in such health crises as HIV/Aids and Ebola around the world. Many organizations have also been founded to recognize and support oppressed groups in certain... see more

Timothy James Doyle

Prostate cancer diagnoses increase each year, and current treatment strategies cause disturbing levels of serious side effects. This has necessitated a search for new strategies to employ more targeted treatments for malignant tissues. One promising alter... see more

Petra Famiyeh

Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a non-communicable disease whereby a person’s pancreas is either incapable of producing or unable to use insulin in the body. The disease and its complications are growing in different parts of the world. ... see more

Jamy (Ning) Fu

Vitamin K is essential to the body because it is known to help blood coagulate and activate osteocalcin, a protein involved in maintaining healthy bones. In this review, one study observing the impact of vitamin K supplementation on patients’ bone mineral... see more

Katherine Lien

Through the review of Scholtissek et al.(1), evolution between different strains of influenza A viruses were examined to enable better preparation for future pandemics. Pandemics are the result of antigenic shifts, cumulative reassortants between circulat... see more

Tarek Omaiche

De nos jours, le traitement le plus répandu contre les cancers est la chimiothérapie. C'est une pratique qui se résume à l’utilisation des médicaments qui tuent les cellules qui se divisent rapidement. Cependant, la chimiothérapie est inefficace pour le t... see more

Vanessa Gomes

This report aims to inform on the progression of research into the genetic factors involved in the development of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). AD is a life-altering disease that affects millions of individuals from varying races and ethnic backgrounds1. Acco... see more

Fatima Sheikh

Adult scoliosis can be classified into two groups, either degenerative scoliosis or idiopathic scoliosis. These two types of scoliosis vary in patient age, progression, and physical presentation. In adult idiopathic scoliosis, spurs form as a result of th... see more

Jamaal Stewart

Caffeine consumption has become increasingly popular among children, adolescents, and young adults around the world 15. Many consumers indicate that they ingest caffeinated beverages to increase their energy and compensate for insufficient sleep. The most... see more

Emily Chu

Please accept this letter as a thank you for enrolling and supporting me for my placement in the On-Line Research Summer Co-Op at the Foundation for Student Science and Technology. It has been an incredible month and I want to express my gratitude to you ... see more

Fatima Sheikh,Melanie Manning

The Foundation of Student Science and Technology is pleased to announce another successful year for our Research Co-Op Program. Two student participants, Fatima Sheikh and Melanie Manning, share their insightful testimonials in this month’s journal issue,... see more

Mylene Petit

As a high school student, being motivated to study hard was a struggle, and I lacked passion for the school subjects. I had ambitions about becoming a doctor, but somehow I lost my direction. 

Tonya-Leah Watts

This article is designed to inspire youth to pursue their dreams. Spoken from a first person narrative, Tonya-Leah Watts highlights her time at the Summer Mentorship Program (SMP) at the University of Toronto, her experience of being featured in a documen... see more