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We are pleased to announce the finalists in the iLEAD California 8th-12th grade #DreamUp to Space Experiment Design Challenge Mission 25-26!
Team Mycotecture
- School: iLEAD Exploration
- Members: William T. and Teagan K.
- Grades: 9th and 10th
- Question: How does microgravity affect the structural integrity of mycelium-based biocomposite materials?
Team Epipremnum aureum (Golden Pothos)
- School: SCVi
- Members: Rayleigh N., Elise M., Armelle A.
- Grade: 8th
- Question: What are the effects of microgravity on the growth of Epipremnum aureum (Golden Pothos)?
Team Zea mays (Corn)
- School: SCVi
- Members: Macsen R., Deena A., Makayla D., Star B.
- Grade: 10th
- Question: What is the effect of microgravity on the germination of Zea mays (corn)?
FAQs
Q: What is a finalist?
A: A finalist is an experiment proposal author whose work demonstrates exceptional rigor and effort, placing them among the top three submissions in the design challenge.
Q: What are the next steps in the selection process?
A: Proposals will be submitted to a panel of aerospace assessors for review. The assessors make experiment selection recommendations.
The team selected for launch will be announced on April 22 . Stay tuned!