## Episode Doc [Link to Episode Doc]() ### Episode 1 | What is DNA? - [ ] ### Episode 2 | Genetic Variation - [ ] ### Episode 3 | Squirrels - [ ] --- ## The Project^editable [Link to Design Brief]() > **Your Main Goal** > > Choose one of the projects below. Learn about the topic. Then, create a project that uses the knowledge you've learned to create something useful. #### Simulations & Visualizations^collapsed **Black Hole Visualization Tool**: Develop a program to visualize the effects of black holes. **Solar System Simulation**: Create a computer simulation that models the orbits of planets in the solar system. **Star Map App**: Develop an app that helps identify stars and constellations in the night sky. **Asteroid Impact Simulation**: Create a computer simulation that shows the effects of an asteroid impact on Earth. **Star Life Cycle Animation**: Create an animation explaining the life cycle of stars. **Comet Motion Simulation**: Develop a simulation showing the path and tail formation of comets in the solar system. **Interactive Galaxy Map**: Create an interactive map of our galaxy, highlighting different stars and celestial objects. **Doppler Effect Demonstration Tool**: Develop a tool or animation that helps visualize the concept of the Doppler Effect. #### Models, Designs, & Builds^collapsed **3D Modeling of the International Space Station**: Use 3D modeling software to create a detailed model of the ISS. **Extraterrestrial Habitat Model**: Build a model of a habitat that could sustain human life on another planet or moon, such as Mars or our Moon. **Space Suit Design Challenge**: Design a space suit for specific conditions on another planet or moon DIY Telescope: Guide students to build their own simple telescopes using readily available materials. **3D Printed Rocket Models**: Use 3D printing to create models of various rockets and spacecraft. **Mini Planetarium Project**: Construct a mini planetarium to project constellations onto a ceiling. #### Apps, Games, & VR^collapsed **Space-Themed Game Development**: Develop a computer game with a space exploration theme. **Virtual Reality Space Walk**: Create a VR experience simulating a space walk. **Virtual Solar System Tour**: Develop a virtual tour of the solar system, allowing users to explore planets and moons in 3D. **Lunar Phase Tracking App**: Create an app that tracks and predicts the phases of the moon. **Create a Space-Themed Board Game**: Design and create a board game based on space exploration or astronomy concepts. **Space Habitat Simulation Game**: Create a game where players manage a space habitat, balancing resources and challenges. **Virtual Reality Mars Exploration**: Develop a VR experience that simulates exploring the surface of Mars. #### Research & Studies^collapsed **Astrobiology Research Project**: Research and present on the potential for life on other planets. **Light Pollution Study**: Investigate the effects of light pollution on observing celestial objects. **Constellation Mythology Webpage**: Create a webpage that explores the mythology behind different constellations. **Space Exploration Timeline Video**: Produce a short video that outlines the timeline of human space exploration. **Planet Environmental Comparison**: Compare and contrast the environments of different planets in our solar system. **Astronomy Infographics**: Create a series of at least 5 infographics that explain complex astronomy concepts in a simple way. **Space Exploration Travel Guide**: Create a travel guide or series of posters that showcases differences between at least 5 planets, their environments, and what gear you would need to visit **Space Nutrition Research**: Research and present on the types of food astronauts eat in space and why. **Physics of Space Travel**: Explore the physics principles involved in space travel through a presentation or interactive activity.