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Exhibition Overview Document
Exhibition Overview Document
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 1
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 1
Jenny Buccos
Jenny Buccos
New York, NY
CEO & FOUNDER EXPLR // Director of the National STEM Challenge
I'm the founder and CEO of EXPLR, where I've traveled the world creating short documentaries on diverse subjects. From showcasing students' initiatives to combat single-use plastics to tracking endangered species on safari in Southern Africa, my work aims to bring global issues and adventures right into the classroom. As the Director of the National STEM Challenge, I'm passionate about encouraging young minds in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Currently, I'm collaborating with the U.S. Department of Education on a thrilling project: launching the first-ever National STEM Festival.
Thom Powell
Thom Powell
Iowa City, IA
Founder, Value People
After a 40+ year career in Human Resources, Learning & Development, and Performance Improvement, Thom now mentors entrepreneurs through the JPEC Venture Mentoring Service and volunteers with the Iowa EdTech Collaborative. Through his company (Value People) and Prositions, he provides executive coaching and consulting. Thom earned a BBA and MA in Management from the University of Iowa, and taught in the Graduate School of Education at Drake University. He has experience in a variety of industries including education, engineering, financial services, hospitality, information technology, media/broadcasting and publishing, professional services, and wholesale distribution.
Sara Gott
Sara Gott
Davenport, IA
Principal, Blue Grass Elementary School
I have been in education for the past 24 years working at all levels of education. For the past 18 years I have been a school administrator and am a huge advocate for student centered leadership and project based learning.
Claire
Olivia
Lydia
Colby
Problem: There is a problem with astronauts confusing craters for shadows on the south pole which is a safety hazard.
Solution: We want to create a light device so there aren't any casualties when they explore and carry out scientific studies on the south pole.
Reeve
Cooper
Abby
Sofia
Problem: How does the human body change in space and why is it a problem?
Solution: Our response to this was to develop a solution to make sure the body could thrive in space. We thought of artificial gravity, to mimic Earth’s gravity.
Princella
Mikyong
Yusha
Taylor
Problem: Isolation is a key problem in space, being lonely and limited socialization.
Solution: We came to the conclusion that we needed to build a robot companion so the astronauts had something to care for while in space. This gives them a sense of purpose and fulfillment while balancing out negative emotions.
Taydem
Tyler
Hana
Jack
Problem: After reviewing the research we realized that energy is needed when there are 14 days of darkness and 14 days of light.
Solution: The product we are planning to develop is hydropower energy which is created by water moving so fast it produces energy. The way we would do that is by using a turbine that pushes that water
because of the low gravity on the moon.
Leah
Kelsey
Mason
Autumn
Problem: How do we create a sustainable food source that doesn’t require soil from earth, natural light, and has a long shelf life?
Solution: We want to create a sustainable food source that doesn’t require soil or natural light. But provides a source of nutrition and has a long shelf life.
Camden
Emmett
Gavin
Mia
Griffin
Zack
Problem: After reviewing the data, we came to the decision that maintaining proper nutrition and preventing energy loss is something that NASA continues to work on.
Solution: We decided to build an apiary (a box made out of wood that beekeepers use to give a place for bees to live) on the moon that will have multiple benefits for the habitat.
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 2
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 2
Becky McDowell
Becky McDowell
Sioux Falls, SD
Product Manager - Tuva Labs
I am a former STEM teacher and current product manager for a data literacy company. In this role, and through additional ones, I seek to make education a more joyful experience for everyone. I do this by creating engaging STEM physical and digital products for PreK-12.
Jack Sieleman
Jack Sieleman
Flight Controller, NASA
Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX
I went to the University of Iowa, where I got a degree in mechanical engineering, focusing on hardware design & analysis. Now, I’m a propulsion systems flight controller at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. My job is to plan, train, and execute human spaceflight missions for the Dragon vehicle to the ISS, and the Orion and SLS vehicles for the Artemis program. Within the propulsion operations team, I am a subject matter expert on propulsion avionics, backup flight software, and propellant usage prediction & analysis. I have worked on the Crew 6 and Artemis I missions, was the propulsion co-lead for Crew-7, and am currently the Backup Artemis II mission lead and Crew-8 mission lead.
Caitlyn
Gemma
Parker
Problem: We understand that radiation continues to be a big problem when living or visiting the moon so we came to the conclusion that the astronauts need a structure to live in that protects them.
Solution: Our idea is a brick printer that uses water and moon regolith to mold bricks that can withstand the harsh moon environment.
Cole
Kara
Colin
Lily
Max
Problem: We came to the conclusion that we needed a device that would be preprogrammed with possible solutions for possible problems so that it wouldn’t take seven to twenty minutes for astronauts to receive the solution.
Solution: We came up with an AI Hologram that has preloaded information to solve any problem that might occur on the Moon or Mars.
Sudeeksha
Remmy
Amelia
Julia
Sully
Problem: There is a problem with astronauts feeling isolated when they are away from home for a long period of time.
Solution: Our solution will involve creating mists that are memorable and calming for the astronauts. We will be designing a “booth” for the astronauts to sit in and select a scent that reminds them of home, the holidays, or a personal memory.
Vardaan
Problem: The problem with rover tires is that there is little to no traction and this causes the rover to spin out. If the rover continues to spin out this could cause irreparable damage to a very expensive vehicle.
Solution: My solution is to use tires that have paddles for higher traction control which would lessen spin outs.
Emma
Marley
Angel
Hassan
Ben
Problem/Solution: We came to the conclusion we need to develop an irrigation system so we can provide a water resource to grow enough food and plants for the astronauts.
Stella
Teagan
Hazel
Alice
Problem: There is a problem with astronauts feeling alone in space.
Solution: We came to the conclusion of designing a hologram that projects an image of an astronaut’s family member or friend to help prevent loneliness.
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 3
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 3
Brett Van Deventer
Brett Van Deventer
Rock Island, IL
Data Analyst - IMEG
I am a former science teacher and current data analyst. I work with project and employee data to curate reports and automate processes to make people's lives easier. I spend the majority of my time working with SQL, python, and DAX (Power BI) programming languages.
Aaron Maurer
Aaron Maurer
Aaron Maurer, also known as “Coffeechug” is the STEM Lead for 21 school districts in Iowa helping to expand STEM, Computer Science, Makerspace, and Purposeful Play into classrooms K-12 for the Mississippi Bend AEA 9. He is on a quest to bring more wonder and play into the learning process in schools to further develop lifelong learners.
Modeling being a lifelong learner, Aaron recently published a book, Smart Robotics with LEGO MINDSTORMS Robot Inventor: Learn to play with the LEGO MINDSTORMS Robot Inventor kit and build creative robots. He has a second book coming on 2022 titled, Design Innovative Robots with LEGO SPIKE Prime
He is an avid fan of STEAM, Makerspaces, and Project Based Learning. Last, he is an avid coffee consumer searching for that perfect cup of joe. You can find all of his work on his website www.coffeeforthebrain.com.
VR Workouts
VR Workouts
Team: Molly, Sophia, Luke, and Brandon
Concept: Exercise is crucial for astronauts' physical and mental health, but currently it can be pretty boring. Their concept is to combine virtual reality with exercise so that they can immerse themselves in a more interactive workout.
Robotic Space Walk
Robotic Space Walk
Team: Haydn, Eloise, and Everleigh
Concept: Space walks are difficult and can be dangerous for astronauts to perform especially if repairs are needed on the exterior of the ship mid flight to Mars. Their idea is to make them safer by having the astronaut perform needed repairs virtually with a robot that mimics the astronauts movements.
Martian Greenhouse
Martian Greenhouse
Team: Landon, Kayana, Ethan, Conner, and Jayde
Concept: Astronauts on Mars will need to be able to create a sustainable food source since they are so cut off from help from Earth. Having a working greenhouse will alleviate the need for all food to be brought from Earth.
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 4
Virtual Exhibition Breakout Room 4
Azma Abdul Hamid
Azma Abdul Hamid
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Learning Strategist
I am the founder of a tech company called Content Capital. My company’s focus has been technology in education. Started in 2003 we were involved in e-learning system & content creation for adult learners i.e. corporate sector. In 2015 i was roped in by Microsoft Malaysia to be their Global Training Partner and have since been working on digital transformation in schools all over Malaysia. I coach schools to become Microsoft Showcase Schools.
Ann Thomas
Ann Thomas
Ann Thomas has 15 years of teaching experience and writing curriculum. She is currently Co-Chair for the AEA State Selection Committee and on the state-wide AEA Technology Integration Team. She is dedicated to helping students and educators find paths to learn more about digital citizenship, informational literacies, and providing approaches for authentic learning experiences. She holds a Master’s degree from UNI and is currently working on a 5-8 Computer Science endorsement from UNI as well. In 2019 she was given the Goldstar Award for Outstanding Teaching.
Debris (Deb-Ris) the Eating Machine
Debris (Deb-Ris) the Eating Machine
Claire
Tyler
Sofia
Problem: Debris on the moon/in space
Brief Solution: We have decided to make a vacuum-like object to move around in space to pick up debris on the moon.
Magnetic Strength
Magnetic Strength
Things we have research:
Mental health
Potato starch for building structures on the moon
Protection from radiation
Sleep cycles of astronauts
We discovered that NASA seems to have these areas covered except for potato starch
Decided to settle on the topic of Physical Health and how can we keep their muscles strong?
Came up with the idea to use magnets on an object to attract to another object with a magnet. The magnet would cause resistance to keep up muscles.
For example, astronauts could put their magnets on the bottom or their shoes have a magnet on the floor. The resistance to pull up your leg would help build muscles.
Crop Infuser
Crop Infuser
Problem: The environment on Mars cannot grow a wide variety of foods. Also astronauts can get home sick from isolation.
Solution: The crop infuser can infuse many different comfort flavors into just a few crops that might be able to be grown in that environment. This can solve isolation by giving them flavors of home.
Comfort In Space
Comfort In Space
Adelia
Sayla
Addilyn
Problem: Sleeping in space is very uncomfortable
Solution: We made a bean-like portable bed that brings comfort and coziness to space.
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