Use the examples below to model scope, tone, and length. Abstracts must be fewer than 200 words.
Example Abstract 1 (Poster) Title: Effect of Stair Ascent Speed on Lower-Limb Joint Power Authors: Jordan Lee, Priya Shah, and Taylor Nguyen (Faculty Advisor) Abstract: Stair ascent is a common task that can reveal mobility limitations and compensatory strategies. This study examined how ascent speed changes hip, knee, and ankle joint power in healthy young adults. Participants completed repeated stair ascents at slow, self-selected, and fast speeds while lower-limb motion was recorded. Joint power was estimated using inverse dynamics. Faster ascent increased peak positive joint power across joints, with the largest relative increase at the ankle. These findings suggest that increased ankle power is a key strategy for fast stair ascent and may help inform rehabilitation targets and assistive device design.
Example Abstract 2 (Paper Presentation) Title: Predicting Campus Shuttle Demand Using Calendar and Weather Features Authors: Amina Patel, Carlos Rivera, and Morgan Chen (Faculty Sponsor) Abstract: Transit planners often need a usable demand estimate without adding sensors or complex systems. This project built a lightweight model that predicts hourly shuttle ridership using calendar and weather features. Ridership counts were collected over eight weeks and paired with day-of-week, class-day indicators, temperature, and precipitation. Multiple linear regression and a decision tree were compared using cross-validation. The decision tree reduced error on atypical schedule days by separating weekday and weekend patterns. The best model achieved a mean absolute error of 11 riders per hour and identified peak demand on weekday afternoons. This approach is easy to implement and can support shuttle scheduling decisions.
Example Abstract 3 (Visual Art Display) Title: Tension and Flow: Mixed-Media Study of Movement Artist: Elena Martinez Abstract: Tension and Flow is a mixed-media work exploring the relationship between constraint and motion. Layered acrylic and charcoal form overlapping arcs that suggest a body moving through space, while stitched thread introduces lines of pull that interrupt the drawn movement. The palette shifts from muted gray to saturated blue to represent a transition from hesitation to commitment. The stitched elements add a tactile sense of resistance and emphasize the theme of movement under load. The composition invites viewers to consider how movement is shaped by resistance, memory, and choice.
Example Abstract 4 (Team Capstone Presentation) Title: Low-Cost Air-Quality Monitor Prototype for Classroom Use Team: Samira Ali, Ethan Brooks, and Noah Kim (Faculty Advisor) Abstract: Indoor air quality can influence comfort and cognitive performance, yet many classrooms lack accessible monitoring. This capstone team built a low-cost prototype that measures particulate matter and carbon dioxide and displays readings on a compact interface. The system integrates off-the-shelf sensors with a microcontroller, performs a basic calibration routine, and logs data locally for later review. Bench testing evaluated repeatability and response time under controlled concentration changes. Field testing in two classrooms showed clear shifts in readings during class transitions and periods of reduced ventilation. The final design offers an accessible way to start conversations about indoor air quality and to support future improvement projects.
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