Allergenic Characterization of Two New Penicillium Species

A Step Towards Allergen

Project Information Page

Name: Prashanthi B.

Grade Category: 10-12
Team Size: 1
Subject Area: Biotechnology/Health
Project Type: Experimental/Innovative
Language: English

A Summary of the project (65 words):Molds have a predominant influence on humans. The purpose was to determine the biochemical and immunological properties of Penicillium brevicompactum and Penicillium viridicatum. Using an eight patient pool of serum Bradford Protein Assay, SDS-PAGE and Immunoblotting were performed. Data gathered quantified proteins that cause allergic reactions to humans. To de-synthesize allergic patients, cloning studies were carried out that could lead to obtaining vaccines.

A description of the Software Tools used: Macromedia Dreamweaver, Windows Movie Maker, Macromedia Flash and Macromedia Fireworks.
A mention of the Hardware Tools used: Can be seen in the section materials used.

A mention of the Source of the Idea for the project: Prashanthi B. , research papers and mentor, Dr. Hari Vijay @ Health Canada.

A listing of any Awards won for this project in 2006:

- Aventish Biotechnology Challenge - 2nd prize ($1500 cash prize, paid research position @ a reasearch facility) and National Research Council award ($300 cash prize)

- Ottawa Regional Science Fair - 1st in category, selected to represent at Nationals in Quebec

- Super Science Fair Winner

- Dupont Challenge