2008 MSEF-RegionII Fair

On March 27 and 28, Jackson State University hosted the 2008 Region II Science and Engineering Fairs at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center. Lower Level, Elementary fair (Grades 1-6) was held on Thursday, March 27, 2008 and Upper Level, High School fair (Grades 7-12) was held on Friday, March 28, 2008. Participants from seven counties in the State of Mississippi (Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren) and approximately 250 schools (both public and private) presented over 1,500 projects in the areas of mathematics, science and technology.



Official Lower Fair Results

Official Upper Fair Results
 
2008 MSEF Region II Science Fair
 Photo Gallery

Categories

Projects were presented in the following categories for 2008:

Lower Level Fair (Grades 1-6)
    0100 Behavioral & Social Sciences
    0200 Biochemistry
    0300 Botany
    0400 Chemistry
    0500 Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences
    0600 Engineering, Computers, & Math
    0700 Medicine & Health
    0800 Microbiology
    0900 Physics
    1000 Zoology
Upper Level Fair (Grades 7-12)
    0100 Behavioral & Social Sciences
    0200 Biochemistry
    0300 Botany
    0400 Chemistry
    0500 Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences
    0600 Engineering, Computers, & Math
    0700 Medicine & Health
    0800 Microbiology
    0900 Physics
    1000 Zoology
    1100 Team Project Students in grades 9-12 only) Team members should check cateogry 1100 and staple all team member forms together.

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Region II Forms and Information

    MSEF Region II 2008 Dates to Remember
    2008 MSEF Elementary School Information & SRC/IRB Committees Form
    2008 MSEF Regions, Directors, and Elementary/Secondary Fair Dates
    2008 Mississippi Science & Engineering Fairs Elementary Rules & Regulations for Grades 1-6
    2008 MSEF Region II Lower Fair Letter
    2008 MSEF Region II Upper Fair Letter
    2008 MSEF Secondary School Information & SRC/IRB Committees Form
    2008 Mississippi Science and Engineering Fairs Secondary Rules and Regulations for Grades 7-12
    MSEF Required Lower Abstract Form
    MSEF Required Upper Abstract Form
    Lower Fair Application Log
    Upper Fair Application Log
    Student Accommodations Request Form

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Contact Information

Carolyn S. Fletcher, Contact Person
MSEF-Region II Science Fair
P. O. Box 17131
Jackson, Mississippi 39217
Email carolyn.s.fletcher@jsums.edu
(601) 979-3448 - Voice
(601) 979-1863 - Fax

Location of MSEF-Region II Fair

Jackson State University
Lee E. Williams
Athletics and Assembly Center
Jackson State University
1700 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39217

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Fair Officials


2008 REGION II EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Dr. Mark G. Hardy, Dean, College of Science, Engineering
    and Technology and Director, MSEF Region II Science Fair
Dr. Paul B. Tchounwou, Associate Dean, College of
    Science, Engineering & Technology
Dr. Robert Whalin. Associate Dean, College of Science,
    Engineering & Technology
Ms. Carolyn S. Fletcher, Associate Director and Coordinator of
    Data Management
Mr. A. D. Jones, Technical Director, College of Science,
    Engineering & Technology
Mr. Joe L. Whitfield, College of Science,
    Engineering & Technology


2008 REGION II OPERATING COMMITTEE
Dr. Wilbur Walters, SRC Chairperson
Dr. Jacqueline J. Stevens, SRC/IRB Vice Chair
Dr. Abdul K. Mohamed, Dean Emeritus, College of Science,
    Engineering and Technology
Dr. Greg Begonia, Interim Chair, Department of Biology
Dr. James Ejwale, Interim Chair, Department of Technology
Mr. Larry Belton Director, Marketing & Recruitment
Mr. Shelton Swanier, Office of Strategic Initiatives
Dr. James Perkins, Office of Research
Dr. Sonny Bolls, Community Representative
Dr. Hongtao Yu, Chair, Department of Chemistry
Mr. Marquis Griffin, Department of Computer Science
Dr. Quinton Williams, Chair, Department of Physics,
    Atmospheric Science and General Sciences
Dr. Farshad Amini, Chair, Department of Civil Engineering
Dr. Mahmond Manzoul, Chair, Department of
    Computer Engineering
Cap. Robert Daniels, Public Safety
Mr. Buddy Bounds, Jackson Public School District
Dr. Willie Brown, Vice President for Information Technology
Chief Rebecca Coleman, Department of Public Safety
Mr. Dan Course, Department of Mathematics
Dr. Mehri Fadavi, Department of Physics, Atmospheric and
    General Sciences
Ms. Jean Frazier, Director, Office of Public Information
Mr. Wayne Goodwin, Interim Director, Facilities Management
Mr. Curtis Johnson, Executive Assistant to the President
Dr. Loretta Moore, Chair, Department of Computer Science
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Region II Eligibility

Grades 1-6

  1. Any student in grades 1-6 or equivalent is eligible.
    2.  
  2. School must be located within Region II. Region II is comprised of: Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren Counties.

    3.
  3. Maximum School Registrations - Participation in any Regional Mississippi Fair is limited to a maximum of 3 entrants in each of the announced categories included in each of the two (2) classes. For a school having grades 1 through 6 the maximum number of science fair entries in class 1 (grades 1-3) from that school would be 60. The maximum number of entries in class 2 (grades 4-6) from that same school would be 18. 

    4.
  4. Preregistration - In all cases preregistration is required. A 2008 Mississippi Science & Engineering Fairs Registration Form (or exact facsimile thereof) MUST be (1) Completed, (2) Signed by the parent and sponsoring teacher, and (3) Received by Region II by 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 15, 2008 along with registration fee. A $10.00 registration fee must be included for individual entrants and $10.00 per member for team projects.

    5.
  5. Each student may enter only one project which covers research done during June 2007 - February 2008.

    6.
  6. Team projects may have a maximum of three members.

    7.
  7. Maximum Size of Display
    76 cm (30 in deep) 
    122 cm (48 in wide) 
    274 cm (108) in height including table 

Region II Eligibility

Grades 7-12
  1. Any student in grades 7-12 or equivalent is eligible, none of whom has reached 21 on or before May 1.

    2.
  2. School must be located within Region II. Region II is comprised of: Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren Counties.

    3.
  3. Maximum School Registrations - Participation in any Regional Mississippi Fair is limited to a maximum of three (3) entrants in each of the 10 announced categories indicated in each of the three (3) classes. Region II does not accept team projects for Class 3 (grades 7-8). The maximum number of entries for Class 3 is 30. The maximum number of entries for Classes 4 (grades 9-10) and 5 (grades 11-12) is 63--30 per class plus a maximum of 3 team projects. Team project participation is limited to 3 projects in any of the 10 announced categories. The exhibitors my only be from grades 9-12 and the team.

  4. Preregistration - In all cases preregistration is required. The student registration form must be submitted on-line for each participant. The 2008 Mississippi Science & Engineering Fairs (MSEF) Registration Form No. MSEF-98 must be: (1) Completed, (2) signed by the student, (3) Signed by the parent, (4) signed by the sponsoring teacher, and (5) received by Region II by 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 15, 2008. The 2008 registration fee for participation is $10.00 per student. Prepayment MUST accompany any registration for a regional fair. The DEADLINE for receipt of all registrations is 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 15, 2008. Schools must submit ONE school check, cashier's check or money order for registration fees made payable to MSEF-Region II.

    5.
  5. Each school must have a Local Scientific Review Committee (SRC) and an Institutional Review Board.

    6.
  6. Each student may enter only one project which covers research done during June 2007 - February 2008.

    7.
  7. Team projects may have a maximum of three members. Team project participation is limited to 2 team projects in any of the 15 subcategories. The exhibitors can only be from grades 7-12 and team must be comprised of students within their class. At least two of the members must be present for judging.

    8.
  8. Maximum Size of Display
ol> 76 cm (30 in deep)
122 cm (48 in wide)
274 cm (108) in height including table
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FAIR DIRECTORS



Region II Science Fair
March, 2008
Dr. Mark G. Hardy
College of Science, Engineering and Technology
Jackson State University
P. O. Box 17131
Jackson, Mississippi 39217-0460
Telephone: (601)979-3448
Fax: (601)979-1863
E-mail: carolyn.s.fletcher@jsums.edu

 
 
Mathematics Fair
DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Mr. David Bramlett
Department of Mathematics
Jackson State University
P. O. Box 17610
Jackson, MS 39217
Telephone: (601)979-2161
Fax: (601)979-5852



MSEF Region II FAIR
The Region II Science and Engineering fair includes participants from seven counties in the State of Mississippi (Claiborne, Copiah, Hinds, Jefferson, Madison, Rankin and Warren) and approximately 200 schools (both public and private). The Region II Science and Engineering fair offers students an opportunity to present projects in the areas of mathematics, science and technology.


MATHEMATICS FAIR
The Mathematics Fair was initiated in 1977 by the Jackson State University Department of Mathematics. It is held on the campus of Jackson State University during the month of February.

The Mathematics Fair provides an opportunity for exceptionally talented eleventh and twelfth grade high school students to compete in mathematics contests and to learn of career opportunities for those with a strong mathematics background. The activities of the fair are designed so that the participants will develop a greater appreciation of mathematics and be stimulated to seek a career in mathematics or in a mathematics related area. The Mathematics Fair also attempts to correlate the efforts of high school and college teachers in fulfilling the purpose of teaching and learning mathematics.

Each student participates by taking a competitive written mathematics test and each participating school has the opportunity to enter a team for a mathematics bowl competition. An individual participant may also compete by giving a presentation on a topic in mathematics. Individual and teams are encouraged to set up mathematical displays. In all of the competitive activities, (1st, 2nd, 3rd) winners are awarded certificates or trophies. The judging of the competitive activities is done by faculty in the Department of Mathematics.

The participating high school teachers attend seminars presented by faculty members of the Department of Mathematics and guests.

The student participants benefit from the Mathematics Fair by having the opportunity to meet and interact with mathematicians and professionals in government, industry, and the private sector of work. As a result the students are encouraged to study more mathematics and they are enlightened about the career opportunities in mathematics and related mathematics areas, and the programs of study in college that prepare them for such careers.

For further information on outreach activities,
please call 979-3448 or 979-2153.

Judges Registration


Jackson State University (JSU) seeks individuals who wish to lend their time and professional expertise as a science fair judge. JSU will sponsor and host the Mississippi Science & Engineering Fair for Region II, Thursday, March 27, 2008 (Grades 1-6) and Friday, March 28, 2008 (Grades 7-12) in the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center. Behavioral, Social Science, Public Health, Education, Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Health and Medical professionals are needed to judge approximately 1200 projects at the regional level. Each project must be judged by at least two judges. All judges should have a Master's or equivalent degree OR a minimum of five (5) years related professional experience to judge projects in the lower fair (grades 1-6) and should have a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree OR a minimum of eight (8) years related professional experience to judge projects in the upper fair (grades 7-12). Exceptions will be made for college junior, senior or graduate students judging in the lower fair upon advisor recommendation and fair official approval.

Category Descriptions

Behavioral & Social Sciences

    Human and animal behavior, social and community relationships--psychology, sociology, anthropology, archaeology, ethology, linguistics, learning, perception, urban, problems, reading problems, public opinion surveys, educational testing, etc.
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Biochemistry

    Chemistry of life processes -- molecular biology, molecular genetics, enzymes, photosynthesis, blood chemistry, protein chemistry, food chemistry, hormones, etc.
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Botany

    Study of plant life -- agriculture, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, plant taxonomy, plant physiology, plant pathology, plant genetics, hydroponics, algae, etc.
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Chemistry

    Study of nature and composition of matter and laws governing it--physical chemistry, organic chemistry (other than biochemistry), inorganic chemistry, materials, plastics, fuels, pesticides, metallurgy, soil chemistry, etc.
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Computer Science

    Study and development of computer hardware, software engineering, internet networking and communications, graphics (including human interface), simulations/virtual reality or computational science (including data structures, encryption, coding and information theory).
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Earth Science

    Geology, minerology, physiography, oceanorgraphy, meteorology, climatology, speleology, seismology, geography, etc.
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Engineering

    Technology, projects that directly apply scientific principles to manufacturing and practical uses -- civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, electrical, photographic, sound, automotive, marine, heating and refrigerating, transportation, enviormental engineering, etc.
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Environmental Science

    Study of pollution (air, water, and land) sources and their control; echology.
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Mathematics

    Development of formal logical systems or various numerical and algebraic computations, and the application of these principles -- calculus, geometry, abstract algebra, number theory, statistics, complex analysis, and probability.
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Medicine & Health

    Study of diseases and health of humans and animals--dentistry, pharmacology, pathology, ophthalmology, nutrition, sanitation, pediatrics, dermatology, allergies, speech and hearing, etc.
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Microbiology

    Biology of microorganisms -- bacteriology, virology, protozoology, fungi, bacterial genetics, yeast, etc.
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Physics

    Theories, principles, and laws governing energy and effect of energy on matter--solid state, optics, acoustics, particle, nuclear,atomic, plasma, superconductors, fluid and gas dynamics, thermodynamics, semiconductors, magnetism, quantum mechanics, biophysics, etc.
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Space Science

    Astronomy, planetary science, etc.
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Zoology

    Study of animals--animal genetics, ornithology, ichthyology, herpetology, entomology, animal ecology, paleontology, cellular physiology, circadian rthythms, animal husbandry, cytology, histology, animal physiology, invertebrate neurophysiology, studies of invertebrates, etc.
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Team Project

    Students in grades 9-12 only. Team members should check category 1100 and staple all team members forms together.
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