What are some potential chemistry research ideas for grant funding?

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This discussion focuses on identifying potential chemistry research ideas for grant funding, specifically for a high school student seeking $300-$500. Participants suggest utilizing resources like Science News to explore current chemistry topics and journals to identify trending research areas. The emphasis is on aligning the project with personal interests while considering the limitations of available lab equipment.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of chemistry concepts
  • Familiarity with grant writing processes
  • Knowledge of current chemistry research trends
  • Ability to access and interpret scientific journals
NEXT STEPS
  • Research current chemistry topics in Science News
  • Explore grant writing resources for high school students
  • Identify accessible chemistry experiments suitable for limited lab equipment
  • Review recent issues of chemistry journals for inspiration
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High school students interested in pursuing chemistry research, educators guiding students in grant applications, and anyone seeking to understand funding opportunities in scientific research.

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So I am doing an independent study with a chemistry teacher next semester and I have to turn in a paper for grant money by October 1st. The only problem is that I can't think of a research project to do. It can be on any science topic, but I would prefer it be chemistry... any suggestions?
 
Chemistry news on Phys.org
What chemistry journals do you read regularly? That's a pretty good way to see what areas are hot in research. Even just reading the past several issues of Science News may show you a few ineresting subjects to look into.
 
I'm a high school student, so the lab equipment available is pretty limited, which would be why I'm applying for the grant money. The amount available is around $300-$500, if that helps narrow down the topics.
 
srbaroach said:
I'm a high school student, so the lab equipment available is pretty limited, which would be why I'm applying for the grant money. The amount available is around $300-$500, if that helps narrow down the topics.

It really depends on your interests .
 
That is the part where I am having the most trouble. I can't really decide where my interest lies for the project. I'm pretty sure that I want it to be chemistry based, but I can't think of a research topic...
 
srbaroach said:
That is the part where I am having the most trouble. I can't really decide where my interest lies for the project. I'm pretty sure that I want it to be chemistry based, but I can't think of a research topic...

Okay, I went to Science News' website, and did a search on chemistry. Lots of good hits. Here's the hit list:

http://www.sciencenews.org/search/seek?for=chemistry


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thank you!
 

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