Select Nova Projects
At Nova, students design impactful projects ranging from mobile apps and video games to research in medicine, engineering, humanities, and the arts. Past projects have empowered U.S. voters with blockchain-secured election tools and explored the philosophy of human consciousness. Every student’s privacy is respected: your project will only be shared with your permission.

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The Role of Coral Reefs in Marine Ecosystems and Their Decline
September 10, 2022
California
This project investigates the ecological significance of coral reefs. Biodiversity loss, climate stressors, and conservation strategies are examined as reefs face accelerating decline.

Jeremy
Biology
Biotech
Environmental Science

Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Cryptocurrency Mining and Its Environmental Impact
August 8, 2022
Texas
An investigation into cryptocurrency mining assesses its environmental footprint. Energy use, carbon emissions, and electronic waste are traced as key sustainability challenges.

Grace
Computer Science
Environmental Science

Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Urban Green Spaces: Mental Health and Environmental Benefits
June 12, 2022
Colorado
Analyzes the benefits of urban green spaces for both human well-being and environmental resilience. Demonstrates how access to nature reduces stress, improves mental health, and supports biodiversity.

Andrew
Environmental Science
Biology
Cognitive Science / Psychology
Social Science
Data Science

Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
The Future of Biodegradable Plastics: Solving the Pollution Crisis
June 9, 2022
California
An investigation into biodegradable plastics explores their potential to reduce global pollution. I evaluate material performance, cost barriers, and large-scale adoption challenges.

Taylor
Biology
Biotech
Environmental Science
Data Science

Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Consumer Loyalty in the Age of Subscription Services
May 25, 2022
California
I analyzed consumer loyalty in markets dominated by subscription-based models. Patterns of retention, churn, and long-term value are evaluated across industries.

Jason
Business
Economics / Finance
Data Science

Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
The Civil Rights Movement: Key Milestones and Modern Impacts
May 18, 2022
California
An examination of the Civil Rights Movement highlights pivotal moments that reshaped American democracy. Ongoing struggles for equity are connected to the legacy of landmark achievements.

Kate
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Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
Pollinator Decline: The Role of Bees in Global Food Security
May 10, 2022
California
This research assesses the ecological and agricultural consequences of pollinator decline. Global food supply, biodiversity, and conservation strategies are emphasized as critical concerns.

Pamela
Data Science
Nutrition
Environmental Science
Public Health

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Nova Research Program
Nova Research Program
The Psychology of Social Media: Impacts on Teen Mental Health
March 22, 2022
California
This research investigates how social media affects adolescent mental health and identity. Findings highlight correlations with anxiety, depression, and shifting patterns of self-esteem.

Druv
Cognitive Science / Psychology
Healthcare / Medicine
Arts and Media

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Nova AI Product Launch
Nova AI Product Launch
BenefitBridge
New York, Michigan
An app that guides users through benefits and scholarships with clear instructions. Uses question-answering NLP models to parse queries and decision-tree logic to provide eligibility steps.
Liang, Atul, Mona
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Nova AI Product Launch
Nova AI Product Launch
CaseLens AI
California, Arizona
A legal tool that condenses court cases into clear, concise summaries. Employs natural language processing and extractive text summarization to highlight arguments and outcomes.
Hallie, Ella, Maya, Rishab
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Nova AI Product Launch
Nova AI Product Launch
Nova AI Product Launch
MediGuide AI
Michigan, Washington
A health assistant that checks symptoms and recommends next steps, from home care to urgent care. Runs on a decision-tree diagnostic model supported by supervised learning trained on symptoms.
Sanvi, Akaash, Sami, Gabe
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Nova AI Product Launch
Nova AI Product Launch
Nova AI Product Launch
Recycly
Michigan, California
A waste-sorting app that identifies whether an item belongs in recycling, compost, or trash. Employs computer vision models trained on labeled images to classify items from a photo.
Stella, Akshat, Brian, Jordan
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