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Paramecium Rodeo
In this challenge, finalists worked with several species of interesting micro-organisms. Using sophisticated and powerful technology, teams were challenged to first identify each species of micro-organism and then capture images of each via photography.
Judges evaluated the methods and organization each team employed to identify the micro-organisms, the interest and quality of the images captured, how reference materials were used, and the overall precision of finalists' work.
Elijah Mena (front) and Maryam Mohammed intently study slides through photo-capable Zeiss Axiostar microscopes. low res - high res
Maryam Mohammed works to identify a microorganism as a judge looks on. low res - high res
Sara Clark adds a drop of solution in an attempt to discover the paramecium lurking in the petri dish. low res - high res
Sara Clark (left) and Sherri Gerten examine reference materials and discuss their team's plan. low res - high res
Daniel Jakubisin gets an up-close and personal look at protozoa – also displayed on the monitor behind him. low res - high res
