I have written the following research papers which were published in Epistemia, a peer-reviewed journal for high school students.
I have written the following research papers which were published in Epistemia, a peer-reviewed journal for high school students.
Over the past few decades, the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has surged, driven by the belief that they significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Compared to traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, EVs contribute far less to air pollution, positioning them as a cleaner alternative. However, a critical question remains: Are EVs truly solving the problem of air pollution, or are they simply replacing it with another set of environmental challenges? Most current research highlights well-known drawbacks of EVs, such as their high upfront cost, uneven distribution of charging infrastructure, and battery recycling hurdles. Yet, there are deeper, often overlooked environmental consequences tied to their production, energy sourcing, and end-of-life disposal. This study delves into these hidden impacts, shedding light on the lesser-discussed ecological harms of EVs, and proposes sustainable solutions that could benefit both society and the planet.
Food insecurity continues to be a pressing global issue, impeding socioeconomic development and disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations, especially children. According to recent UNICEF reports, malnourished children are facing food insecurity urgently require long-term humanitarian aid and government policy reforms that ensure access to essential services such as food, clean water, shelter, education, protection, and healthcare. This article explores the multifaceted nature of food insecurity, examining its root causes, including climate change, economic instability, political corruption, and conflict, and delves into various methods for assessing malnutrition, such as Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC), Body Mass Index (BMI), SD-Z scores, and the presence of edema. Drawing upon original data and BMI analysis, the study proposes comprehensive, sector-specific strategies for combating food insecurity. Key recommendations include enhancing agricultural productivity through vertical farming, reducing food wastage, optimizing food distribution systems and implementing robust policy measures. Additionally, the article emphasizes the critical roles of technology, education, and community-based initiatives in building resilient food systems. Through an integrated and data-backed approach, this article offers actionable pathways toward achieving sustainable food security.
The universe is known to be expanding as discovered first by Edwin Hubble. Scientists have widely accepted that this expansion is driven mainly by dark matter and dark energy which is believed to make up the majority of the universe. Dark matter is said to behave just like matter but does not emit lights while they are thought to be a repulsive force. This paper explains how scientists study this mysterious phenomena through observations like gravitational lensing and cosmic wave background. It also explores the possibility of alternative theories that might challenge dark energy while proving the expansion of the universe. It also explains the importance of exploring more on dark matter as it might lead to unexpected advancements both in the field of cosmology and technology. The quest to solve these mysteries remains one of science’s greatest challenges and most exciting opportunities.