Need ideas for Science Fair project related to math

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around generating ideas for a science fair project related to physical science or mathematics, emphasizing the need for original research that adheres to the scientific method. Participants suggest various mathematical fields that could serve as the basis for such projects.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire for original research ideas in physical science or math for a science fair project.
  • Another participant suggests exploring Number Theory, indicating it is a field with ongoing developments.
  • A different participant points to Moser's Number theory book as a resource, highlighting its list of unsolved problems as potential project topics, while noting the challenges involved.
  • Another participant introduces knot theory as a relatively new and interesting area of mathematics that could be suitable for a science fair project.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants present multiple suggestions for potential project topics, indicating a variety of interests in different areas of mathematics, but there is no consensus on a single approach or topic.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not resolve the feasibility or specific methodologies for the proposed topics, and the complexity of the suggested areas may vary significantly.

Who May Find This Useful

Students or individuals interested in mathematics, particularly those looking for innovative project ideas for science fairs.

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Hi everyone:
I 'd like to enter the New-York Intel ISEF fair with a project related to phyical science or math. I'm open to any ideas, but keep in mind

-The project must be original research on a specific topic. :smile: It needs to be something that's new and follows the scientific method.

It does not have to be readily applicable, in fact, most of top national winners had projects related to abstract mathematics.

Thanks
 
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I recommend looking into Number Theory. It's where all the new stuff's at.
 
Moser's Number theory book is free online at http://www.trillia.com/moser-number.html and has a big list of unsolved problems in Number Theory at the end. Guy's "Unsolved Problems in Number Theory" would be another good source for problems. These will obviously be extremely difficult to solve, but you can try to answer weaker versions.
 
a relatively new and fascinating field of mathematics is knot theory. i think something in that branch would lend itself nicely to a science fair project.
 

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