STEAM ICAC 2024

Thank you!

Thank you to all the participants, workshops hosts, seminar speakers, judges, and guests who supported STEAM IC’s first conference, STEAM ICAC 2024! Congratulations to the winners and we hope to see you next year!

You will find all information related to STEAM ICAC 2024 below.

Guest Speakers

Alicia Battaglia: A PhD Candidate and Researcher in Chemistry at the University of Toronto.
Naureen Kaur: Bachelor of Engineering – Computer Engineering Student at the Toronto Metropolitan University
Yinuo Andrea Tan: Bachelors of Science – Biomedical Engineering Student at the University of Toronto.
Rhea Gupta: Honors Bachelor of Science – Life Sciences Student at McMaster.
Athaana Alexander: Bachelor of Engineering – Aerospace Engineering Student at the Toronto Metropolitan University.
Deepanu Sumbriya: Freelance 2D and 3D Animator with an Honours Bachelor of Animation Degree from Sheridan College
Sarah Gangapersaud: Bachelor of Science – Computer Sciences Student at York University.
Patrick Sandoval: Research Assistant at the University of Toronto with an Honors Bachelor of Science – Physics & Astronomy.

Workshop Hosts

Has a care-package activity to decorate bags, cards, and other accessories to support others well-being.
Conducting a role-play style medical-based case study. 
Raising awareness about blood donation and demonstrating the components of blood.
Conducting multiple puzzle-based workshops in the fields of engineering, pharmaceuticals, and medicine/health.
A youth-led organization building social innovators.
Demonstrating a hands-on activity with circuits and expanding on its use in specific communities. 

Judges

Engineering

Ajay Galgut

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Life Sciences

Dr. Jyoti Majoka

PhD in Biotechnology

Astronomy

NuRee Lee

Honours Bachelor of Science

Event Prompts

Engineering Prompt

Natural disasters cause 60,000 deaths per year, with earthquakes killing the most people. In Canada, Vancouver is the most vulnerable region to earthquakes; it experiences around 400 annually and a major earthquake once a decade. However, the province projects over 2000 deaths and 1000 critically injured if a magnitude 7.0 earthquake were to hit Vancouver in its current state. Since Vancouver’s infrastructure is not designed to withstand high-magnitude earthquakes, how can residential homes be retrofitted to be earthquake-resistant? How can existing infrastructure be modified to be made durable in order to survive multiple quakes over its lifespan?

Life Sciences Prompt

The leading cause of disability in the world is arthritis, with over 350 million people suffering from it. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the disease, and medication focuses on improving the symptoms. Treatment aims to reduce pain and inflammation but can be extremely costly. Because of this, people in less developed countries suffer tremendously. With affordability in mind, what can be made to ease the pain of arthritis? Some countries also don’t have medical professionals readily available to administer complex devices, so how can accessibility be ensured?

Astronomy Prompt

For the beginning of a new frontier of space exploration, the human race is working to expand civilization to the Moon. Currently, space equipment is mainly powered by solar cells as they are the most effective way to generate electricity in a vacuum. However, solar cells only last 60% of their life span on the Moon due to the harsh conditions. Minimizing the number of times solar cells need to be replaced will reduce the frequency of moonwalks and cargo shuttles. With the aim of extending the life of a solar cell, how can the abrasive effect of lunar regolith and solar radiation be negated? What measures can protect a solar cell and withstand the vastly varying temperatures of the Moon?

Event Prompts

Engineering Prompt

Natural disasters cause 60,000 deaths per year, with earthquakes killing the most people. In Canada, Vancouver is the most vulnerable region to earthquakes; it experiences around 400 annually and a major earthquake once a decade. However, the province projects over 2000 deaths and 1000 critically injured if a magnitude 7.0 earthquake were to hit Vancouver in its current state. Since Vancouver’s infrastructure is not designed to withstand high-magnitude earthquakes, how can residential homes be retrofitted to be earthquake-resistant? How can existing infrastructure be modified to be made durable in order to survive multiple quakes over its lifespan?

Life Sciences Prompt

The leading cause of disability in the world is arthritis, with over 350 million people suffering from it. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the disease, and medication focuses on improving the symptoms. Treatment aims to reduce pain and inflammation but can be extremely costly. Because of this, people in less developed countries suffer tremendously. With affordability in mind, what can be made to ease the pain of arthritis? Some countries also don’t have medical professionals readily available to administer complex devices, so how can accessibility be ensured?

Astronomy Prompt

For the beginning of a new frontier of space exploration, the human race is working to expand civilization to the Moon. Currently, space equipment is mainly powered by solar cells as they are the most effective way to generate electricity in a vacuum. However, solar cells only last 60% of their life span on the Moon due to the harsh conditions. Minimizing the number of times solar cells need to be replaced will reduce the frequency of moonwalks and cargo shuttles. With the aim of extending the life of a solar cell, how can the abrasive effect of lunar regolith and solar radiation be negated? What measures can protect a solar cell and withstand the vastly varying temperatures of the Moon?

2024 Sponsors & Donors

Youth Culture

https://youthculture.com/

Youth Culture Inc. empowers youth with opportunities to supercharge skills, kickstart careers, and thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing world.

Wolfram Alpha

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Wolfram Alpha’s long-term goal is to make all systematic knowledge immediately computable and accessible to everyone. Our mission is to collect and curate all objective data; implement every known model, method and algorithm; and make it possible to compute whatever can be computed about anything.

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Niagara Parks

https://www.niagaraparks.com

The Niagara Parks Commission is a self-financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. The Niagara Region offers an unparalleled variety of sights and sounds, from the majestic Niagara Falls to theatres, festivals and wineries.


ERA

https://www.era.ca/

At ERA, we believe in doing our part to reduce our environmental impact and encourage goodwill among our communities. When you recycle your electronics, you’re making a difference in your neighbourhood and in the world at large.

Splash ON

https://splashon.ca/

Splash presents a giant floating playground known as the most interactive water experience. Splash takes great pride in providing a wide range of obstacles that will take you to new heights, literally. Are you ready to make your SPLASH this summer while slipping, sliding and diving your way through our highlight-of-the-summer experiences?

Maplesoft

https://www.maplesoft.com/

Maplesoft™, a subsidiary of Cybernet Systems Co. Ltd. in Japan, is the leading provider of high-performance software tools for engineering, science, and mathematics. Its product suite reflects the philosophy that given great tools, people can do great things.

Baskits

https://baskits.com

Baskits Inc. delivers impressive gifts across North America Keeping up with the latest trends, while sourcing the best products and finest brands, you can always count on us to deliver a gift that is thoughtfully curated with impressive standalone products. At Baskits, we understand that you are entrusting us with your most precious moments, contacts and your reputation.

Workshop Hosts

Has a care-package activity to decorate bags, cards, and other accessories to support others well-being.

Conducting a role-play style medical-based case study

Demonstrating a hands-on activity with circuits and expanding on its use in specific communities. 

A youth-led organization building social innovators.

Raising awareness about blood donation and demonstrating the components of blood.

Conducting multiple puzzle-based workshops in the fields of engineering, pharmaceuticals, medicine & health.