N06 : Using Copper’s Natural Properties to Prevent Microbial Contamination of Computer Keyboards


Students Nart Barileva
School HDSB - Abbey Park High School - Oakville
Level Senior 11/12 - Grade 12
Group Group 11 - Engineering and Computing IV
Abstract This project focuses on the utilization of copper’s natural antimicrobial properties to solve a major public health issue. Numerous studies have shown that keyboards, in both public and private settings, are highly contaminated with potentially harmful bacteria due to their continuous and often unhygienic use. This approach prevents the growth of bacteria such as Escherichia coli in an ambient, inexpensive, and aesthetically-pleasing way.
Awards
Group Award Prize
Canadian Institute of Mining Metallurgy and Petroleum (Hamilton Branch) AwardsCanadian Institute of Mining Metallurgy and Petroleum (Hamilton Branch) Award$ 100
ArcelorMittal Dofasco AwardsArcelorMittal Global R&D Hamilton Award for Technology Application$ 100
Primary Fluid Systems Earth and Environment AwardsPrimary Fluid Systems Earth and Environment Awards - Third$ 50
McMaster University MGD Institute for Infectious Disease Research AwardsMichael G. DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research Internship Award - First Runner-upCertificate & tour
Merit AwardsSilver Merit Award$ 80