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How can I come up with a science project that hasn't been done before?

Bess Ruff, MA
Environmental Scientist
Bess Ruff is a Geography PhD student at Florida State University. She received her MA in Environmental Science and Management from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 2016. She has conducted survey work for marine spatial planning projects in the Caribbean and provided research support as a graduate fellow for the Sustainable Fisheries Group.

Bess Ruff, MA

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A lot of professional scientists and researchers use previous work as inspiration for new ideas. Think about a topic you're interested in and while you're doing your background research, consider what questions current research hasn't answered or how you might modify their approach to solving a particular problem to address a new or outstanding question.

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What kind of project can I do?

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You should do a project that interests you. Make sure that you can afford it, and that you can complete it within the specified time range.

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How can I make a display board?

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First, get a tri-fold display panel from a local store. You could also buy a piece of posterboard and fold that, or make one from cardboard from a big box and cover it with a large piece of paper or smaller pieces that support a color theme. Next, make sure your fonts and sizes will fit on the surface of the panel. The first panel on the left should contain your introduction, the middle panel should hold your procedure and the last panel on the right should tell about your conclusion. Hope this helps, and good luck!

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How do I organize the board? Where does each piece of information go?

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The abstract should be the first thing the reader sees. Organize it however it looks logical to you, and naturally draws the attention of your readers.

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How do I make a graph?

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You can use Microsoft Word and make the chart there. Click the insert tab and then click "Charts". It will give you a list of premade charts that you can freely edit using Microsoft Excel. If you are doing a tri-fold, you can then print the chart once you at done.

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I don't understand what a graph is and what it does. Can you help me?

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A graph is a diagram that shows the difference between two variables. It makes the results of your project more clear. You can make a graph using Excel.

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Where do I include your name on a science fair display board?

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On the back of the display board. It is the best place to include your name because then you don't have to worry about having enough space to write your name in the front of the display board, and when your board is closed, everyone will be able to see your name before seeing your project.

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Can it be related to sex?

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I would recommend avoiding any NSFW topics for your science fair project just so you don't accidentally offend someone or get in trouble with school authorities.

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