Out-of-This-World Research

Siyeon Joo, '25, has been conducting independent research to investigate how a certain species of algae could grow on the International Space Station. Watch our Fly on the Wall video for details!
The specific algae Siyeon chose to study produces anti-cancer toxins, and she hopes her research will prove its usefulness in maintaining the health of astronauts on the ISS. Under the mentorship of science teacher Brittany Grissom, Siyeon experimented with temperature, light control, and humidity. In the spring, she is adding the condition of microgravity to the list, with the help of equipment on loan from a University of Louisiana professor. 
Siyeon presented her research at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Gravitational and Space Research in Washington, D.C. She shared her experiences through the vlog above. Thanks to Mrs. Grissom for capturing the inspiring experience in the photos below.
Here's the full interview between Mrs. Grissom and Siyeon at the close of the conference. 

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