C16 : Antibacterial effects of the Curcuma longa spice and essential oil on Streptococcus mutans cariogenic bacteria


Students Lilian Raphael
School IND - King's Christian Collegiate - Oakville
Level Senior 11/12 - Grade 11
Group Group 4 - Health Sciences I
Abstract The purpose of this project is to study the possible antibacterial or inhibitory properties of the Curcuma longa spice and essential oil on the cariogenic bacteria Streptococcus mutans.
Awards
Group Award Prize
Michael G. DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research Awardinternship valued at $3,000
Merit AwardsSilver Merit Award$ 80