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243 9091 Asynchronous Online Presentation Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #243 45a97199-a8c2-4d5a-af64-497bd693d7fe No Sun, 02/01/2026 - 06:37 AM Sun, 02/01/2026 - 06:41 AM Sun, 02/01/2026 - 06:41 AM Anonymous 2601:4c1:cb80:2300:2f06:6ddc:17ff:55e9 Angelina Li She/Her xlia1@bayhaven.org Screenshot 2025-12-02 2.17.02 PM.png blah blah blah blah How does home life affects students in standardized testing blah blah blah blah blah Mrs. Vaughn North Bay Haven English vaughrl@bayhaven.org blah blah blah Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=6UgDbZpm91lMufe0Cl3KEo-DGFLFxriS7Tg5R4seRDs
242 9090 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #242 c55c23be-6ad1-444e-aacb-63bb5492b44b No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 10:58 PM Sun, 02/01/2026 - 12:12 AM Sat, 03/21/2026 - 04:12 PM Anonymous 2601:4c1:cc7f:9460:147f:235b:3734:8756 Carlos Britt cdb23d@fsu.edu Team_Solar_Sync_Train.jpg All electrical engineers Jacob Bass is an electrical engineering student at Florida State University in his hometown of Panama City, Florida. His academic interests center on electronics, power systems, and circuit analysis. Carlos Britt is an electrical engineering student set to graduate in summer of 2026. Upon graduation he will move on to work at Booz Allen Hamilton. Ethan Delmar is an electrical engineering student with a focus on power electronics and circuit analysis. Solar Sync Train Traditional power-distribution hardware is often bulky, rigid, and inefficient at supplying power in certain applications, such as large data centers and charging electric vehicles. We are utilizing a solid-state alternative to the conventional transformer that reduces the physical footprint while improving power transfer across a wide range of frequencies. By leveraging modern power electronics and renewable energy, our design aims to provide a more adaptable pathway for power distribution, enabling for more efficient and reliable power transfer across a variety of loads. Dr. Saeed Rajput University of Southern California Electrical and Computer Engineering srajput@fsu.edu Dr. Walid Hadi SST, Transformer, Power, Solid-State Transformer Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=PurrCIU35MZiHNlFQCrX8LgbmNtcnzqi4pAMwHotBNs
240 9088 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #240 826f2d5d-5364-4fd6-af4d-d737233b3478 No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 08:21 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 08:21 PM Wed, 04/01/2026 - 02:29 PM Anonymous 2600:1701:410:2a90:2cd2:fad4:8598:1dc5 Ben Brethauer rbb24a@fsu.edu 34836_0.jpg All are Civil Engineering Ben Brethauer -
I earned my AA from the Collegiate HS program at NWFSC in 2012. I am pursuing a B.S. in Civil Engineering at Florida State University. I previously worked as a logistics contractor, with experience in warehousing, inventory, and woodshop fabrication. I currently serve as an engineering technician with Okaloosa County.
Maher Albibi-
I am from Panama City, Florida. I graduated from Panama City Advanced School where I received my high school diploma and later gained my AA at Gulf Coast State College before transferring to FSU - PC to complete my Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
Randal Killets -
I was raised in Panama City, getting my high school diploma at North Bay Haven Charter Academy. I then went to get my AA at Gulf Coast State College before transferring to Florida State University to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Aisha Umer -
I am from Panama City, Florida. I attended Panama City Advanced School where I received my high school diploma and later gained my AA at Gulf Coast State College before transferring to FSU - PC to complete my Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

 Jericho Logistics Complex Multidisciplinary civil-engineering design for the Jericho Logistics Complex. Three buildings (~22k, 150k, 50k sf), paved circulation/loading, and a stormwater system. Includes geotechnical, pavement, structural, parking, and hydraulic analyses using Civil 3D, Excel, and StormWise(TR-55). Design to include cost estimate and construction schedule. Hafiz Ahmad, PhD, PE FAMU-FSU College of Engineering (FSU Panama City) Civil & Environmental Engineering hahmad@pc.fsu.edu Korhan Adalier, PhD Randall Killets, Maher Albibi, Aisha Umer Warehouse, Civil Engineering, Logistics Complete Screenshot 2026-04-01 132901.png No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=8AutiwwjzqAIAxVRrTNIpbngYRBuYSlDKU4KACKc6g0
241 9089 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #241 317c576b-1619-4922-8817-d24958dee0a3 No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 07:01 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 10:28 PM Sat, 03/21/2026 - 10:11 PM Anonymous 50.4.129.236 Alyssa McMillan xmcmiam@baystudent.org Alyssa act photo.jpg AP Research I am a junior at Jr. Arnold High School who wants to major in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. I plan to pursue this career at FSU PCB one day. My research topic is to what extent do factors such as brand recognition, nutritional content, and cost influence high school athletes' selection of sports drinks, and is this choice primarily driven by perceived performance benefits and sensory appeal rather than by nutrition information or packaging alone. I am also one of the team captains on the Lady Marlins Basketball team. I am also currently the President of the Student Government Association Class of 2027 at Arnold. Through my academic and sport filled life I have developed time-management skills, leadership qualities, and a strong work ethic. To What Extent Do Marketing Factors Influence High School Athletes’ Selection of Sports Drinks Over Nutrition Information or Packaging Alone? Currently, there has been a massive increase in products being sold with some type of packaging used to draw the attention of consumers. This increased usage was sparked by the change in needs of packaging in today's market vs packaging's original purpose which is the reason why marketers have had to get creative in their schemes to attract consumers to their brands. These extra packaging were worsened by consumers' transition from in-store transactions to online transactions. Because of this, many businesses who have no extra money to invest in special designs and color schemes have begun to suffer the consequences of this increase in the race of the most attractive and eye-catching packaging. Doedy Deal Jr. Arnold High School AP Seminar/Research dealm@bay.k12.fl.us Sports, Marketing, Nutrition Complete Screenshot 2026-03-21 9.10.48 PM.png No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=dXCx6GLz1G7Ftsj0UmmL8mtl8F2EwR5GFT2D1hjQlxc
239 9087 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #239 3e1e3019-07f0-4ed3-aeb9-f82ac8e1d1f4 No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 05:58 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 06:48 PM Sat, 03/21/2026 - 10:15 PM Anonymous 50.4.129.236 Ashley McMillan xmcmiar@baystudent.org Ashley act photo.jpg AP Research I am an 11th-grade student from Panama City Beach with a strong academic interest in mechanical engineering. I plan to pursue a career in this field, focusing on innovative problem-solving and practical design. My research topic, Analyzing the Extent to Which Short-Form Media Affects Attention and Working Memory, examines the potential cognitive effect of short form digital content on students. In addition to my academic pursuits, I serve as one of the captains of the Lady Marlins basketball team and as the secretary of student government at my school. Through balancing leadership roles in athletics, student government, and academic research, I have developed discipline, teamwork, and time management skills that contribute to my overall growth as a student. Analyzing the Extent of Which Short-Form Media Affects Attention And Working Memory More recently a problem with cognitive development in teens has been on the rise along with the use of social media. Even with people being aware of the effects of social media on teens they are still consuming it at a harmful level. This problem has negatively impacted high school students because it impairs their attention span and working-memory which is needed to thrive in the classroom. A possible cause of this problem is on what form of social media they use. Doedy Deal J.R. Arnold High School AP Research dealdm@bay.k12.fl.us none none Short-form media, attention, focus, working memory Complete Screenshot 2026-03-21 9.15.05 PM.png No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=TqIXWlH-yi3NBf_w6ar4toOzOa0lsqxNdGTb0FZrILg
238 9086 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #238 f6971397-3458-456d-86c4-466a9107f5c9 No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 05:53 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 06:24 PM Fri, 03/20/2026 - 08:04 PM Anonymous 2601:4c1:cb00:f9f0:c8c5:cde4:84b9:cf4c ROBERT COPSEY rjc20ct@fsu.edu IMG_5972.jpg B.S. Mechanical Engineering I am an FSU-PC Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate from Panama City, Florida with an interest in Mechanical System Design and Material Selection. Corrosion Effects on Secondary Processing of AISI 1018 Steel This project details and evaluates the corrosion effects of a 5% salt fog on AISI
1018 steel samples of various secondary processes: machined, bead-blasted,
coated, and coldworked over a period of 24 and 48 hours. Samples were
weighed and measured before and after the salt-fog test to determine corrosion
rates. Images were taken and used to document corrosion behaviors and
comparisons between samples were made. The observed corrosion effects were
as expected for all samples. The corrosion rate calculations were unreliable due to
illegitimate and random errors made during the experiment. 		Yvonne Traynham Florida State University Mechanical Engineering ytraynham@eng.famu.fsu.edu Corrosion, Steel, Experiment Complete Corrosion Effects on Secondary Processing of AISI 1018 Steel.png No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=djNWoCsc0koHCfOdLr-_X2A8bxGsTmEn0E48Uj8D1Zw
236 9084 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #236 70ea5058-6985-4318-9dae-ca1df63448bd No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 05:21 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 05:21 PM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:19 PM Anonymous 50.4.42.23 Alex Bashkinov he him aab23l@fsu.edu picture.jpg Business My name is Alex Bashkinov, and I am a junior at The Collegiate School at FSU PC. The Effects of Home Field Advantage in Sports Home field advantage is a widely discussed concept in sports that suggests teams perform better when they play at their home venue rather than away. This research focuses on understanding whether home field advantage truly has a measurable impact on team performance in major professional sports leagues. The central question this study addresses is whether teams win more often and perform better statistically when playing at home compared to playing away. Previous research has shown that factors such as crowd support, familiarity with the playing environment, reduced travel, and possible referee bias may all contribute to this advantage. While many studies support the existence of home field advantage, some focus on only one sport or use older data, leaving room for further comparison using recent and consistent data. The goal of this research is to examine home field advantage across multiple sports leagues in a simple and organized way. This study is important because game location can influence coaching strategies, athlete preparation, and sports predictions. To collect data, publicly available game statistics from recent seasons will be gathered from official league websites. These records will be used to compare home and away wins as well as scoring differences. It is expected that the findings will show teams perform better at home, which would support existing research and help explain why home field advantage continues to play a significant role in sports outcomes. Madisyn Flammia the Collegiate School Research mjf24@fsu.edu Homefield advantage research Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=rtnwkevuqK2sXE3JMF1DQRkiqSIDMDMRT4WsOu6XgNg
235 9083 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #235 33013051-46b3-413c-ab8a-e1e8923f103d No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 01:40 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 01:42 PM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 04:47 PM Anonymous 2607:fb90:d504:d747:e5a5:2b6f:4ab0:3066 Paige Allen pa25e@fsu.edu 1000019788 (1).jpg Psychology My short term goal that I am currently working towards is completing my bachelors degree while gaining extensive research experience in clinical fields and my long term goal is to attend medical school. Racial Discrimination and Hypertension in African Americans: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Systemic discrimination continues to influence cardiovascular health in African American adults. Previous studies have focused on the physiological mechanisms that could be influencing the high rates of uncontrolled blood pressure. However, this study examines the relationship between racial discrimination and the ubiquity of hypertension in African Americans. Systematic review and meta-analysis are conducted to synthesize data from landmark cohorts, such as the Jackson Heart Study, to establish a definitive baseline for how discrimination-induced stress correlates with 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure (ABPM). The Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS) and Experiences of Discrimination (EOD) are utilized to validate data. Blood pressure outcomes are determined by collated office blood pressure, home monitoring, and 24-hour ambulatory (ABPM) data, with moderators and covariates including John Henryism, age, gender, and socioeconomic status. The research indicates a positive relationship between lifetime discrimination and burden of discrimination with a greater prevalence of hypertension. Examining the high-effort coping, known as John Henryism as a moderator and the racial disparities within clinical settings provides the potential to bridge the gap between mental health and cardiovascular physiology. Dr. Bre Minniefield Florida State University Biological Sciences bminniefield@pc.fsu.edu Hypertension, Racial Disparities, Cardiovascular, Healthcare Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=St9juY6L-20-SiGpDcCl-NKumaSHkbrXKAx7yOho7Tc
234 9082 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #234 67e15ed8-4960-41fe-865b-961ed55e9662 No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 01:13 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 01:13 PM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:18 PM Anonymous 2a09:bac2:6e44:2fd7::4c4:44 Yezen Abdelkader He/Him yaa24@fsu.edu View recent photos_0.png Dual enrolled student, intended major is English and pre Law My name is Yezen Abdelkader, and I am a proud junior student at The Collegiate School at FSU PC. Ever since I was young, I have always been fascinated by the complexity of our judicial system. I particularly became obsessed with the idea of becoming a lawyer. Lawyers are the officers of our judicial system, and they are essential. I have a considerable desire to master my understanding of the law, our judicial system, legal reasoning, and the client / lawyer relationship. How is A.I transforming the practice of corporate law? Artificial Intelligence usage is growing at a rapid pace, altering the way we live our lives, perform our jobs, complete school work, and much more. I believe that one of the most important changes is in the legal field, more specifically, in corporate law.
There has been minimal research regarding how artificial intelligence is transforming the practice of corporate law, especially with regards to contract reviews, compliance, and possible risks.
The goal of my research is to determine whether A.l (artificial intelligence) will be detrimental or beneficial to the practice of corporate law. This is important because corporate law is one of the largest fields of law, and A.I, having recently emerged as widely used technology, is not comprehensively regulated, and its uses may not be known by the public. I intend to collect data by speaking with lawyers directly and conducting comprehensive reviews of Al's existing uses in the corporate law space via online databases reviews of Al's existing uses in the corporate law space via online databases such as the Damien Charlotin public report on over 871 cases of A.I in the legal field. I anticipate the findings of my research will be significant in helping us better understand ways to incorporate artificial intelligence into law-related fields, whether that be with tighter regulations, looser regulations, or banning Al usage altogether in specific capacities (such as in trial preparations, etc.).		 Madi Flammia The Collegiate school at FSU PC Research mjf24@fsu.edu Yezen Abdelkader Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?token=qfXqd12AheEHCym4a9muhoQGLgCqUD50sEYmF1CLiRY
233 9081 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #233 64520dc1-23dc-4fca-83dc-07bf28603232 No Sat, 01/31/2026 - 10:18 AM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 10:26 AM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:12 PM Anonymous 24.42.202.239 Valerie Downing xdownva@bayhaven.org IMG_8301.jpg Veternarian Hi! I'm Valerie Downing, and I'm a Junior from North Bay Haven. I've lived in Florida for most of my life, and I'm itching to explore the rest of the world. I love animals, love to read, and love to help in any way I can! However, the most important thing in my life is my faith, and that is the only reason I'm able to do everything I do. It's Not the Phone In today's society, adolescents are commonly diagnosed with a plethora of disorders. Researchers and doctors in this field have come to one conclusion: social media. However, this study addresses the gap that countless researchers continue to overlook, that the majority of mental health illnesses diagnosed are caused by social media. This study aims to identify the cause of common health disorders in adolescents, including depression and anxiety. In this study, I aspire to discover the true underlying reasons for teen mental health issues and prove that it isn´t just the phone.
Robin Vaughn North Bay Haven Career Academy Language Arts vaughrl@bayhaven.org Teen Mental Health Complete Screenshot 2026-03-31 12.11.18 PM.png No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=ToK6Q3xyQJ4Br3ec9PnXIuyQZGkUXTwgkwQ--RpFNEw
231 9079 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #231 26279ba4-b14d-420c-80a2-470f4a3d8916 No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 11:37 PM Sat, 01/31/2026 - 12:09 AM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:17 PM Anonymous 23.28.168.43 Zoey Cajote She/Her zhc23@fsu.edu Screenshot 2026-01-30 223630.png High School Dual-Enrollment, Intended Major: Psychology I am Zoey Cajote, a student at The Collegiate School at Florida State University. I intend to major in psychology and have strong interests in developmental psychology, political science, and pre-law. I wish to pursue a career in children’s psychology so that I can foster positivity in the upcoming generations of my community. Through this, I hope to help children from all walks of life become the best versions of themselves. Understanding the Development of Cluster B Personality Disorders In the field of psychology, personality disorders are recognized as serious and disruptive mental illnesses that can significantly affect an individual’s quality of life and interpersonal functioning. These disorders involve long-term maladaptive patterns including thinking, feeling, and behaving that do not align with cultural expectations and often cause distress or impairment. Among these conditions, Cluster B personality disorders such as borderline, narcissistic, antisocial, and histrionic personality disorders, are often considered particularly difficult to manage due to their association with emotional instability, impulsivity, and problematic relationships. When studying these disorders, an important question arises regarding what factors contribute to their development. Current research suggests that the development of Cluster B personality disorders is influenced by multiple factors, including childhood experiences and biological predispositions. Early life adversity, such as trauma or neglect, may play a significant role in shaping emotional regulation and behavioral patterns, while genetic and neurological vulnerabilities may also increase risk. This paper analyzes existing literature, identifies gaps in research, and proposes directions for future study. Madisyn Flammia The Collegiate School Research mjf24@fsu.edu development, psychology, personality, disorder, perspective Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=RCdnAxbSJOng2WTnrFc8caklp2GV6WopTjzLOW8pphU
230 9078 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #230 b4a56468-325d-4d32-9927-461f870039f3 No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 11:02 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 11:02 PM Mon, 03/23/2026 - 09:35 AM Anonymous 146.201.10.27 Krieg Conrad He/Him kc22bq@fsu.edu Profess.jpg Krieg Conrad - Mechanical Engineering Krieg Conrad is a senior Mechanical Engineering student at Florida State University Panama City with interests in embedded systems, wearable technology, and multidisciplinary engineering design. He serves as President of the FSU Panama City Student Government Council, where he leads student-focused initiatives and manages large-scale budgets and projects.

Krieg has professional experience in precision machining, shipbuilding, and defense-related engineering through internships with Maritech Machine Inc. and Eastern Shipbuilding Group, where he supported CAD development, system verification, and fabrication workflows for U.S. Coast Guard vessels. He has also worked as a Digital Design Studio Technician and Peer Tutor, supporting student projects in CAD, fabrication, and electronics.

In addition to his academic work, Krieg is the Project Leader for FSU’s NASA University Student Launch Initiative (USLI) team, overseeing system design, analysis, and integration for the competition rocket. His technical interests include PCB design, sensor integration, additive manufacturing, and open-source hardware development aimed at improving accessibility and educational impact.		 Open-Source Health Monitoring Watch Design as an Accessible and Modifiable Alternative to Proprietary Wearables While wearable health and activity monitoring devices are increasingly prevalent, many commercial implementations rely on proprietary and closed-source software and remain financially inaccessible to a broad user base. This project presents the design of a low-cost, open-source wearable platform that provides a modifiable and transparent foundation for wearable sensing research and educational applications.

A custom printed circuit board (PCB) has been designed integrating a microcontroller, inertial measurement unit (IMU), optical heart rate sensor, display, and battery management circuitry to support portable operation and charging. Embedded firmware was developed to enable sensor data acquisition, basic signal processing, and user interaction while emphasizing modularity and simple fabrication for future modification by the broader community.

This work focuses on the development of an open-source wearable platform intended to support future validation studies of health and activity monitoring systems. The system architecture and design approach provide a foundation for subsequent experimental evaluation. Additionally, a potential framework for a future research study is discussed, outlining how the device may be implemented in controlled human-subject testing to assess wearable health monitoring capabilities, including heart rate and step detection, under varying activity conditions.
 Twan Capehart Florida State University Mechanical Engineering tcapehart@pc.fsu.edu health monitoring, proprietary technology, open source technology, wearables Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) Screenshot 2026-03-21 164012.png No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=QYo7tUP4BQQlUQMcV2hSqfnt2CnvxNkgMdf-LynBEk4
227 9075 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #227 6ed714c8-60fa-4b0a-a4ff-08c02c8caaea No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 10:05 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 10:06 PM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:15 PM Anonymous 67.177.84.222 Tariana Trzaska She/Her trt25b@fsu.edu Screenshot 2026-01-30 210254_0.png Dual Enrolled Student; Intended Major - Communications My name is Tariana Trzaska, and I am an eleventh-grade student at The Collegiate School at FSU PC. I was born and raised in Panama City, Florida. My major is currently undecided. I am passionate about travel, and I enjoy spending time with friends and family. The Adventure Algorithm: Social Media and the Struggle for Adventure Tourism in New Zealand. Adventure tourism has seen rapid growth in recent years, with social media playing a major role in how destinations and experiences are promoted. This study examines whether social media engagement may help explain why adventure tourism to New Zealand appears to be falling behind. To test this, a comparative content analysis was conducted using social media posts from adventure tourism businesses in New Zealand, Brazil, and Costa Rica. A total of 45 posts were analyzed, with 15 posts from businesses in each country. Engagement metrics such as likes, shares, and comments were examined along with content type and creator information. These engagement patterns were then compared across the three countries. Results showed that Brazil received the most online engagement overall, while New Zealand posts generated significantly higher numbers of shares. Costa Rica demonstrated the lowest engagement numbers overall. The significance of this research is that it may provide insight into how social media marketing strategies influence tourism interest and help identify ways New Zealand adventure tourism businesses could improve their online promotion. Madi Flammia The Collegiate School at FSU PC Research mjf24@fsu.edu Dr. Wendy Ritz Adventure Tourism, Social Media, Marketing Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=8Rti7OQSXcDylHHqwX1egoUEY6Yloqy6Ccu7069lSR8
229 9077 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #229 8a09453a-2454-4381-895a-d850c3c64c73 No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:49 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 10:51 PM Sat, 03/21/2026 - 01:17 AM Anonymous 2601:4c1:c001:3db0:376:c25c:920:a014 Yelyzaveta Kovalenko She/Her xkovay@baystudent.org 1000005896.jpg AP Research My name is Yelyzaveta Kovalenko, I am a junior at J.R. Arnold High School, and I am enrolled in the AP Research course. I was born and raised in Ukraine until I moved to the United States at the age of 10. One of the biggest differences I noticed after moving was the difference in what types of cartoons my peers and I grew up watching. I saw how differently the cartoons shaped my identity and how the cartoons that my peers grew up watching have shaped their personalities and identities. I found it very interesting to learn more about how diverse cartoons shape children's identity and development.








To what extent do diverse cartoons have an impact on children's development and identity? This study examines how cartoons impact children's development and identity formation. I wanted to focus specifically on diverse cartoons, meaning researching the effect of different genre categories and not grouping all cartoons into a single category. The categories are educational, moral/value- based, action, comedy, fantasy, emotional/social learning, problem-solving, and friendship cartoons. My research focuses on finding out the relationship between the cartoons and how they affect children's aspects in development, such as attention, behavior, moral understanding, thinking/learning skills, creativity, and emotional development. In order to find out the effects of the cartoons, I did an experiment in a kindergarten class, where I observed the difference in children's behavior and actions between the ones that watched a cartoon and the ones that did not. I used the quasi-experimental research design with an observational method in order to examine how diverse cartoons affect children's development and identity at a young age. My main findings from this experiment are that children tend to show better results after watching comedy, action, and fantasy cartoons, as they are more engaged in the process and communicate more and give more and better answers. Cartoons such as problem-solving, educational, value-based, and emotional cartoons did not impact the tested aspects as much as the other cartoons did. Doedy Deal J.R. Arnold High School AP Research dealdm@bay.k12.fl.us Cartoons, Diverse Cartoons, Identity Formation, Development Complete 1000006031.jpg No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=W3q-d7g4XRXNCYSnWB5LeE6PtPGDdDzBoRDefnSS1_M
225 9073 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #225 120b4a2b-8bc4-49fe-897f-ef87f8e5e97a No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:39 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:40 PM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 11:05 PM Anonymous 2601:4c1:c400:61e0:78ef:da58:295e:b9a0 Jacob Hernandez jah22s@fsu.edu Headshot (1).jpg All Civil Engineering N/A Pine Log State Forest Expansion Research Symposium Abstract
The Pine Log State Forest Expansion involves the planning and design of numerous structures and amenities developed to support increased public use while preserving the site’s natural environmental character. The project is located in Washington County, Florida, just 14 miles north of Panama City Beach, on a site encompassing approximately 90 acres of mixed uplands, wetlands, and open-water features. Facilities include a two-story visitor center with an 80 ft 60 ft floorplan (9600 square feet total), a parking lot, a multi-use path, public pavilions, pedestrian bridges, a boardwalk, restroom facilities, and the associated utilities/roadway improvements. The project will consist of one stormwater retention pond located downslope of the parking lot and main visiting center area. The water flow will be directed towards the SWMF through natural drainage patterns and roadside swales. A wastewater lift station will also be implemented to reliably convey wastewater from the visitor center and restroom facilities to the designated treatment system. A natural vegetative buffer will also be present downslope of the pavilion area to protect the nearby wetland systems.		 Dr. Hafiz Ahmad N/A N/A hahmad@pc.fsu.edu Addie Cope, Branden Hardtke, Ryan Furniss, Jared Williams Civil Engineering Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=wYFj-9fKgpcRch-wPxR9YLWBp7jcRAGjXdD7y9MFdgA
224 9072 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #224 c2cfe217-489b-46c3-abe9-4454474d917b No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 08:40 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 08:49 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 08:49 PM Anonymous 50.4.49.203 Lin Ai Liao LL23T@FSU.EDU Symposium Picture.png Accounting I am a junior accounting major at FSU Panama City. I am from Tallahassee, Florida. I enjoy gardening, pickleball, volleyball, and ping pong. Achieving Financial Stability for Nonprofit Organizations: A Strategic Approach to Revenue Generation and Cost Management This study analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of a nonprofit organization. It provided a strategic approach to improving financial stability through revenue generation and cost management. The research method included financial forecast and financial ratio analysis. The findings showed that a nonprofit organization can optimize its revenues while keeping operating costs well-managed.
Dr. Wendy Ritz FSU Panama City Business Administration writz@fsu.edu Financial Stability Nonprofit Organizations Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=bP8IBxx4j6JCBztr4m4uBUyOs8juR8xBQo-3hMZOoTI
226 9074 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #226 19b5f3cc-393a-4f90-98c7-7b733f8f9863 No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 06:41 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 09:47 PM Sun, 03/22/2026 - 01:41 PM Anonymous 2600:8807:9203:7000:7dad:d797:977b:2718 Reagan Hodges reh25c@fsu.edu Head Shot.jpg Psychology ABA - MS Reagan Hodges has been a Registered Behavior Technician since July of 2024. She is a 2025 Graduate of Troy University with a BS in Psychology and a minor in Applied Behavior Analysis. She is currently a graduate student at Florida State University working on her MS in Psychology-Applied Behavior Analysis. Decreasing Fingernail and Skin Picking During Academic Activities Through Replacement Behaviors This self-management project examines a differential reinforcement of alternative behaviors (DRA) procedure aimed to decrease fingernail and skin picking during academic activities. The student self-recorded all instances of the target behavior and hypothesized the behavior to be automatically reinforced. Intervention consisted of having the student engage in the alternative behavior of playing with putty. The results found that the putty served as an effective alternative behavior to fingernail and skin picking, evidenced by a decrease in fingernail and skin picking. Leah Koehler, Ph.D., BCBA-D Florida State University Applied Behavior Analysis lkoehler@fsu.edu Self-Management, Differential Reinforcement, Skin Picking Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=VQI0BBOT6E_21wrggHK9ePhWkR-eAVkJTgkRpGT4osM
222 9070 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #222 6fe29438-65bc-4d70-9665-d3cf72c6ff8b No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 05:54 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 06:02 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 06:02 PM Anonymous 146.201.10.21 Jennifer Giraldo she/her jag25a@fsu.edu Untitled design.jpg Public Health + Political Science (Dual Major), Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Jennifer Giraldo- Hello, and thank you for stopping for our presentation! I am a freshman majoring in Public Health with a concentration in Environmental Health. These disciplines focus on how everyday activities impact our bodies in the long run, and led me to the fascinating study of microplastics in the human body. I'm proud to work with Jaiden and Brent on my first research presentation, and have my sights set on Masters-level research at Oxford University.
Jaiden Smith - I am currently a senior in Electrical Engineering, and I am taking part in two research projects this symposium; One of my special interests in Electrical Engineering is how biological and environmental sciences can be integrated into overarching engineering applications, which aligns with this sustainable, environmentally conscious repurposing of plastic into 3D printable filament.
Brent Cerney- Hello, I am a senior Computer Science student with a strong background in sustainability-focused systems design and applied computational longevity. In this project I focused heavily on system design, software control, and optimization of the printing process. My goal is to raise awareness for sustainability initiatives and student-led environmental innovation, to bridge technology, leadership, and tangible impact through responsible engineering solutions.		 Evaluating the Properties and Environmental Impact of PET Filament Production Using a DIY Recreator 3D MK5Kit When recycling on an individual level, we tend to ask ourselves: “How much of a difference can recycling one bottle make?” The cost of plastic production, and its consequent pollution, are issues of global priority. A majority of pollutants come from single-use soda and water bottles, made from Polyethylene terephthalate (PET). While this material is recyclable, the majority of its products end up in landfills. Today, small-scale recycling technology presents an opportunity to recycle PET “waste” into valuable material: 3D printer filament. This project describes the benefits of producing recycled PET (rPET) filament on a small-scale level using the inexpensive Recreator 3D MK5Kit. Compared to commercial 3D printer filament, rPET filament would reduce the need for plastic production, and reuse pre-existing materials.
Over a 3 month period, used PET bottles will be collected, cleaned, and cut into strips before being converted into filament through a pultrusion nozzle. Filament yield and consistency will be documented using calipers and measuring tape. Energy consumption will be estimated based on processing time and power usage. The total mass of plastic waste and energy used per kilogram of rPET filament will be compared to data from the manufacture of commercial filament. The resulting rPET filament will be tested for printability and consistency to determine its potential for long-term use.
The resulting data will be used to study the environmental and economic effects of small-scale plastic recycling. Our results will indicate that individual recycling, specifically through rPET production, can have powerful economic and environmental benefits.		 Dr. John "Tory" Peek Florida State University Public Health jtpeek@pc.fsu.edu Jaiden Smith, Brent Cerney plastic, 3D Printer, filament, rPET Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) Yes 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=aQSkywv88ScJUpNFdYjYdOFkTXp0bhMFez91cyWLQs0
223 9071 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #223 6331b9d7-3646-4d6a-b884-f8afcf8ff96f No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 05:50 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 06:17 PM Sat, 03/07/2026 - 06:39 PM Anonymous 24.96.114.162 Emily Kasprowicz She, her, hers erk21g@fsu.edu WIN_20260130_16_49_38_Pro.jpg Professional Communication I have been a student at FSU Panama City since Fall 2021. I used my Associate's Degree from Gulf Coast State College to transfer to a top Florida university. I was invited to the undergraduate research symposium by Dr. Irvin Clark in the 2022-2023 Academic year, and I presented at it a year later in the 2023-2024 Academic year. I am an AB Honor Roll student, and I hope to one day receive a scholarship to a seminary school where I plan to study to become a minister. I hope to pursue a career in the ministry in the near future. The Brain and the Alarm Clock Theory This is continued research on an experimental project completed in the 2023-2024 academic year. This continued research evaluates the theory of how the brain interacts with our alarm clocks. Observational research was done with me as the participant and the researcher on the experiment. Peer-Reviewed journals are used this time, along with certain techniques, to prepare the participant for the school days, including the Get-Up and Go Technique and going to bed at a reasonable hour. The dependent variable is based on the two alarm types, and the independent variable is going to bed at a reasonable or unreasonable hour. Alarms were set between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM. Sometimes, the alarm was set at 5:50 AM to allow myself extra time in the mornings to complete tasks and responsibilities before school, such as making my bed and preparing clothes and school lunches the night before. The wake-up times were set between a traditional alarm clock and a cellphone alarm. The alarm clock had a traditional "beeping" alarm sound while the cellphone alarm had the tone "Sunny". Volumes were set on a scale of 1 through 4; 1 being the lowest volume possible and 4 being the loudest "fall out of bed" volume. I am a hard sleeper due to suffering from depression, so the volume on my alarm clock has to be set between levels 3 and 4 in volume. Erika Goines University of West Florida Communication ekb7991@fsu.edu N/A None Alarm Clocks, Waking theories, sleeping and dreaming theories, bedtime experiments, Psychology experiments, Experimental Research, Complete Yes 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=-8lxyfEKK4Zlhe7YMDx-NC01fJ72dkFRzTtpMueIICk
221 9069 Face to Face Poster session Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #221 ea601827-8ab3-4782-aa6b-90915623d5ca No Fri, 01/30/2026 - 05:25 PM Fri, 01/30/2026 - 05:25 PM Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:14 PM Anonymous 24.236.84.61 Addisyn Bottorf ab23da@fsu.edu IMG_3500.jpg Dual Enrolled Student; Intended Major- Nursing My name is Addisyn Bottorf. I was born in Panama City, FL and have lived here my whole life. I am passionate about healthcare and ensuring the wellbeing of my community. Caffeine Costs: Examining Energy Drink Effects on Mood and Sleep Energy drinks are widely consumed, particularly among adolescents, yet many people are unaware of the potential negative effects associated with their ingredients. The purpose of this study is to examine these effects through self-reported experiences rather than experimental testing. This research is necessary because energy drink consumption has become increasingly common, while knowledge about its possible impact on sleep and emotional well-being remains limited. Data will be collected through a form in which participants answer questions about their energy drink intake and whether it affects their sleep, causes irritability, or leads to changes in mood or focus. Participants of varying ages will be included to compare reported effects among different age groups. Their responses will be analyzed to identify patterns and common experiences related to energy drink consumption. These findings are expected to aid individuals in making informed decisions about their energy drink consumption. Madisyn Flammia The Collegiate School at FSU Panama City, FL. Research mjf24@fsu.edu Energy Drinks, Nutrition, Cognitive Ability, Complete No 2026 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025 https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?element_parents=elements/student_photo&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=3l6pMbjZ8_4u-DCxPTSMNfmqng43ZnjNvmjNkqegxOY