The event was held on August 3.
Pupils who participated in the event were Prashil Daya, Cassidy Wood, Carol Els, Sean O’Shea and Paul Stansell.
The aim of the expo is to develop scientists who are able to identify a problem, analyse information, find solutions and communicate findings effectively.
Teachers and experts in their fields judged the projects independently.
Paul received a gold medal for his scientific investigation.
“I have always been fascinated by Mars,” he said. “I was especially excited when I heard of the Mars One programme, which aims to establish a Martian base by 2023. It made me curious as to how the first Martian’s would get food.”
Mrs Lamorna Cantin, Paul’s science teacher, said Paul simulated atmospheric and pressure conditions on Mars and investigated the germination and growth of beans in a Martian atmosphere. “Paul’s presentation was a mature piece of research,” she said.
