Thursday, April 14, 2011

The Effects of Methyl Jasmonate on Crown Gall Regression and Protein Production in Lycopersicon escultentum

This experiement was designed to test the capability of the plant hormone Methyl Jasmonate to enhance the immune system of a common tomoato plant and reduce the size of cancerous tumors inhibiting the plants. Methyl Jasmonate can provide an alternative way to prevent crop disease, fight crop disease, and reframe from using harmful pesticides.

Awards:
Regional Fair:
1st Place Biochemistry
Biological Best of Show Runner-up

Special Awards:
US Metric Association
Naval Research Award


Brevard Runner-up Fair:
1st Place
Bid to ISEF

Florida State Fair:
1st Place Biochemistry
Best of Show
Bid to ISEF

Special Awards:
1st Place Florida Agriculture Association