abdomen: This central “intestinal” area in vertebrates houses the digestive organs. In mammals, it generally lies between the diaphragm and the pelvis.
Year: An adjective describing something that occurs annually. In botany, it refers to a plant that completes its life cycle within a year, often featuring bright flowers and producing numerous seeds.
App: Short for application, this term refers to a software program designed for specific tasks.
artificial intelligence: Knowledge-based decision-making exhibited by machines or computers. This term also encompasses research aimed at creating machines or software that can perform intelligent actions.
Hina: (Verb) The act of safeguarding or incubating eggs.
Climate change: A substantial, long-term alteration in the Earth’s climate, which can arise naturally or as a result of human activities like burning fossil fuels or deforestation.
cooking: Pertaining to culinary arts, kitchen techniques, and meal preparation.
Developmental: An adjective in biology that describes the changes an organism experiences from conception to maturity, including aspects like chemistry, size, and sometimes shape.
diet: (n.) The foods and liquids ingested by animals that provide necessary nutrients for growth and health maintenance.
engineering: A field of research that utilizes mathematics and science to solve practical problems; individuals in this field are known as engineers.
family: A taxonomic category that includes at least one genus of organisms.
gelatin: A substance derived from animal collagen, usually made from bones or the skins of cows or pigs. It starts as a colorless, flavorless powder containing proteins and amino acids. This versatile ingredient is used to create dishes like Jell-O and is also found in yogurt, soups, candies, etc. Additionally, it can serve as the basis for clear capsules containing single servings of drying agents.
Intestines: An informal term referring to the gastrointestinal tract, particularly the intestine.
Habitat: Natural environments where both animals and plants typically thrive, including deserts, coral reefs, and freshwater lakes, serving as homes to diverse species.
innovation: (v. Innovate; adj. Innovative) To adapt or enhance an existing idea, process, or product, making it newer, smarter, more effective, or practical.
insect: As an adult, it is a form of arthropod characterized by six segmented legs and a body divided into three parts: head, thorax, and abdomen. Countless species exist, including bees, beetles, flies, and moths.
Mini livestock: A term some scientists use for insects cultivated for human consumption. These small creatures are raised to provide protein-rich nutrients.
Pesticides: Chemicals or mixtures used to eliminate insects, rodents, or other harmful organisms affecting crops, pets, or livestock, as well as unwanted creatures invading homes or buildings.
population: (In biology) A collective of individuals from the same species inhabiting a specific area.
Prey: (n.) Animal species that others consume. (v.) The act of attacking and consuming another species.
Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF): Established in 1950, this competition is one of three ongoing events created by the Science Society. Each year, around 2,000 high school students from up to 70 regions and countries showcase their independent research at Regeneron ISEF, contending for awards totaling approximately $9 million.
Scavenger: An organism that feeds on organic matter that is dead or decaying in its environment. Examples include vultures, raccoons, dung beetles, and various types of flies.
Sex: The biological classification of an animal in relation to male or female, encompassing various indicators such as sex chromosomes, gonads, and reproductive organs. It also refers to mating systems that enable genetic contribution to offspring, typically through the fertilization of eggs by sperm.
Science Association: Founded in 1921, this nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. promotes public engagement and understanding of scientific research. It continues to host three notable conventions: the Regeneron Science Talent Search (launched in 1942), the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (first held in 1950), and the Middle School Masters Competition (2010-2022), which evolved into the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovator Challenge (initiated in 2023). The association also publishes acclaimed journalism, including Science News (released in 1922) and Science News is exploring (started in 2003).
stock: Animals bred for meat and labor in agricultural contexts.
Sustainable: (n. Sustainability) An adjective used to describe resource use that ensures availability for the long term, preserving resources for future generations.
technology: The application of scientific knowledge for practical use, particularly in industries, resulting in devices, processes, and systems derived from such efforts.
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