Meet Polygence Scholars and explore their projects
![Fresh graduates taking a selfie](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2Fscholar-page-hero-image.webp&w=3840&q=80)
![Ellie Wang](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2Fa08357a0-f505-4b00-9be1-d23ecac5f3c6.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “How does music therapy improve cognitive function in patients affected by Stroke, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's?“
![Grace Wang](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2Fb69585b9-4948-4f71-a674-7e48880866c7.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Exploring the Link Between ALS Progression and Physical Activity“
![Sophie Wang](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F8f049668-1897-4e9b-ba3a-a7e5e9b4dbe6.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Detection of cult language using automated machine learning algorithm “
![Sabrina Warden](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F58cf9865-a43d-4d26-9eab-ceb2c754202a.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “To what extent does SGB affect PTSD among veterans?“
![Jurgen Westerhof](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F29dd030a-ee6d-4b85-8014-d09fe8b3af7c.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Profit Optimization of Solar Energy Sales through Machine Learning“
![Anson Wong](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2Fc64a00ec-660b-4144-b29e-fc3d006830c9.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “What are the different monetization models that work in the video game industry? How are they applied successfully?“
![Oliver Wong](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F5bbcae3c-60fc-4c75-bab6-2592ce3e467e.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “How is childhood obesity related to injury in sports?“
![Brandon Woo](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F76cd0e41-1851-4ab2-b542-d8796917764f.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Possible Solutions to California's Changing Coastline from Sea Level Rise“
![John Wu](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F82ee365d-cda9-40b3-a905-b804e0309299.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “The Collapse of the American Dream: From “Rags to Riches” to the “Ragged and the Rich”“
![Hanyu Y](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F25ba4fe4-9502-4a83-8d3e-5c3975bcd8a0.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “What are the indicators of sanitary menstrual practices in India and how do patterns of insufficient menstrual resources lead to lower rates of educational attainment for females in India?“
![Heja Yakut](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2Fc190e413-bc30-4bc9-84cb-9ff21174c794.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Accessible and Technological Treatment for Amblyopia“
![Rhema Yang](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fjosh-graduated.d881e9be.webp&w=256&q=75)
Project: “How do parenting styles affect a teen’s mental health and brain development?“
![Ruthvik Yaparla](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F8da12860-7756-426b-9b29-af8f08ae0a06.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “The Overlooked Contribution of Cooking Methods' Release of Particulate Matter to Respiratory Risk Exposure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis“
![Luran Yu](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F7ae17b09-6eac-460f-88aa-b296adfa9f0f.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Blossoming Flowers: The Changes in Women’s Familial Roles Under the Modernization of China“
![Sean Yu](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fjosh-graduated.d881e9be.webp&w=256&q=75)
![Anjali Zalani](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F3a1a8b89-a4c8-40b9-be24-9cb0aa6ef8ec.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “The Significance of Digital Accessibility“
![Gongrui Zhang](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F3191e126-415d-4077-9b62-462745884943.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Oxygen Reduction Electrocatalysts in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells“
![Sophie Zhang](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F0e1b495e-4db0-4d92-85e2-7a6c2da74ada.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “What is affordable housing? What steps can Fairfax County take to ensure employees in “work, live, play” communities have affordable housing?“
![Zuoyuan Zhang](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2F62406085-7bf1-43de-a30b-52c99a604e0a.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “Learning about Bioremediation: Opportunities and Challenges of Phytoremediation Compared to Other Technologies for Soil Remediation: Implications for Environmental Policies and Practices“
![Yifan Zhuo](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdpl6hyzg28thp.cloudfront.net%2Fmedia%2Fa06873b3-ffec-43e3-9b5f-fe5fcad28cb6.jpg&w=256&q=75)
Project: “A Comparative Analysis of Gain-of-Function Research and Future Perspectives“