STSE Science Project
How do the SCIENCE topics/concepts you’ve learned in this course relate to TECHNOLOGY, SOCIETY, or the
ENVIRONMENT?
On your own or with a partner, pick a topic of interest and demonstrate your understanding of this relationship using
an approved format of your choice (eg. video, infographic, comic, storybook, skit, song/rap, slideshow, etc.).
Once completed, you will present your project to the class (2-3 minutes per student). EACH STUDENT will pose an
OPEN-ENDED inquiry question related to their topic to the audience that will spark discussion/debate. A
transcript/script/lyrics, etc. and APA citations (min. 2 credible sources per person) should also be included in your
submission.
Check List:
1. Sign up for your topic on the Google Doc below:
(include partner name if applicable)
[Link]
1. Complete the Research Template in your own words.
DUE: 2024-12-09
1. Complete Presentation in your chosen format.
1. Submit the following:
■ Upload your submission to Google Drive, and SHARE the link with me:
[Link]@[Link]
** Change the PERMISSIONS on your file so it can be viewed by EVERYONE
■ Doc/Slideshow with the transcript/script/lyrics etc
■ Inquiry Question
■ APA Citations
DUE: __________________________________
1. Present your work on the date assigned.
Chemistry: Emerging/New Chemical Technologies
1. Describe the new chemical technology you selected from below and explain what it is used for.
● Aerogels
● Artificial Humic Matter
● Nanozymes
● Semi-synthetic Life
● Sodium Batteries
● Solar Fuels
● Sonochemical Coating
● Small Luminescent Molecules
● Superwettability
● Sustainable Ammonia Production
1. Describe how ONE profession / skilled trade benefits from the development of this chemical
technology.
Consider the following professional sectors:
● Accommodations & Food Services
● Agriculture
● Arts, Culture & Entertainment
● Construction
● Fashion
● Financial
● Fitness & Sport
● Health Care & Social Assistance
● Mining
● Security
1. Identify TWO impacts your chosen technology has or will have on either society, the environment,
or the economy. For example, consider its use, production, or disposal.
Chemistry: Emerging/New Chemical Technologies
By: Nicholas & Adam
Presentation Format: Slideshow Slide Show
New Chemical Technology was chosen: Superwettability
Describe the technology.
Superwettability is the ability of a surface to have extreme wetting or non-wetting properties. Surfaces
can be engineered to be either superhydrophobic (extremely water-repellent) or superhydrophilic
(extremely water-attracting) by modifying their chemical composition or surface structure.
Superwettability doesn’t just refer to water, it’s a property for oils as well. Surfaces can be restructured to
be superoleophobic (extremely oil-repellent) or superoleophilic (extremely oil-attracting).
What is it used for?
- Self-cleaning surfaces (e.g., windows, solar panels)
- Anti-fogging and anti-icing coatings
- Oil-water separation in environmental clean-ups
- Textiles that repel or absorb liquids
Name ONE profession/skilled trades that benefits from this Environmental Engineers
technology.
Describe HOW the profession/skilled trades benefit from this technology's development.
Oil spills and industrial discharges of oily wastewater frequently occur, using superwettability, it can
benefit environmental engineers by cleaning oil spills and purifying water.
Identify TWO impacts your chosen technology will have on either society, the environment or the
economy.
Impact #1 Societal Impact:
HIGHLIGHT Superwettabiliy allows the material to be super repellent or super attractive to
one: liquids. Feng et al used a superhydrophobic and a superhydroleophilic mesh to
Society repel water and absorb the oil.
Environment
Economy
Impact #2 Economic Impact:
HIGHLIGHT Superhydrophobic coatings on surfaces (like glass, textiles, or electronics) can
one: make them water-resistant and self-cleaning, reducing maintenance costs.
Society
Environment
Economy
Inquiry If you could change any material/product’s wettability, what would you change
Question and why?
Citations – Min 2 credible resources using APA style format
Citation 1 Yong, J., Yang, Q., Hou, X., & Chen, F. (2022, February 18). Emerging
separation applications of surface superwettability. Nanomaterials (Basel,
Switzerland). [Link]
Citation 2 Babar, Z., Rizwan, K., & Munir, S. (2024). Multifunctional smart
nano-membranes for the removal of oil-based pollutants from marine sources:
A tool for sustainable environment. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 235(1), 1–27.
[Link]
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Citation 3 Author links open overlay panelAbouzar Ghasemi, Highlights•Contact angle
hysteresis of food contact surfaces.•Typical states of wettability on flat and
rough surfaces.•Preventing fluid food from adhering to the packaging
material.•Food equipment hygienic design using superwettability
systems.•Underwater, AbstractBackgroundSuperwettability is a particular state
of wettability that has recently contributed to many technological
breakthroughs. Nowadays, Acikgoz, C., Alcântara, L. O., Ashokkumar, S.,
Brown, P. S., Carrier, O., Chibowski, E., Cragnell, C., Darmanin, T., Freitas, C.
A. S. D., Duran, I. R., Furmidge, C., Gahruie, H. H., Liu, B.-Y., Meiron, T.,
Michael, N., Min, T., … Brinker, C. J. (2020, August 4). Superwettability-based
systems: Basic Concepts, recent trends and future prospects for innovation in
Food Engineering. Trends in Food Science & Technology.
[Link]
STSE Science Project – Marking Scheme Name(s): Adam & Nicholas
Knowledge – 1%
Description & Use of Technology OR Impacts of Climate Change on 10
Ecosystem
● A thorough understanding of the topic has been demonstrated
in the presentation and the transcript/script/lyrics etc has been
included.
Thinking – 1%
Inquiry Question (-2 if yes/no or MC or no discussion led) 4
● Each student posed an excellent critical thinking question and a
thorough discussion was led with the class.
APA citations 2
● All citations are completed in proper APA-style format.
● A minimum of 2 credible resources are used per student.
Communication - 2%
Clarity & Organization 5
● Scientific terminology is used appropriately.
● The presentation is organized in a logical manner that is easy to
follow and understand within the allotted time.
● Delivery is clear, confident, and at a good pace and volume.
Audiovisuals & Engagement 5
● Audiovisual aspects (eg. graphics & text, animations, video
footage, music, etc.) of presentation are relevant, creative and
stimulating. They enhance the audience’s understanding of the
topic.
Application - 2%
STSE Connections 10
● Research presented effectively connects chosen topic to
technology. skill trades/ professions, economy, society, and/or
the environment.
Other notes:
- Wettability is considered a surface attribute of material.
- Taking inspiration from nature, superwettability-based systems, including
superhydrophilicity, superoleophilicity, superhydrophobicity, superoleophobicity,
superamphiphilicity, and superomniphobicity, are being designed.