Authors: Dhiya Moorthy & Sanchi Verma Mentor: Dr. Liam Barrett. Dr. Barrett received his medical degree from the University of Birmingham. He is a member of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, and is currently pursuing a DPhil in medical science at the University of Oxford. Abstract Crohn’s disease is a long-term inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract. It matters because it causes pain, diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and compli

Authors: Jing Han Chan, Isaiah Gong, Vivian Liu, & Nikhil Yash Narra Mentor: Dr. Gerard Dericks (PhD, London School of Economics). Dr. Dericks is currently director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Education at Hawaii Pacific University. Abstract Purpose  – This review explores the intersection of evolutionary psychology and consumer behavior, emphasizing how deep-rooted evolutionary needs shape purchasing decisions. By investigating these underlying motivatio

Authors: Sahasra Palle & Meenakshi Sivanandam Mentor: Filipa Paes. Filipa is currently a doctoral candidate in the Faculty of Law at the University of Oxford. Abstract The death penalty is one of the most controversial forms of criminal punishment worldwide, with debates over abolition entangling questions of its morality, effectiveness in deterring future crime, and violations of human rights. The majority of nations have formally abolished the death penalty or suspended exe

Authors: Yusuf Khan & Purvi Reddy Mentor: Dr. Gerard Dericks (PhD, London School of Economics). Dr. Dericks is currently director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Education at Hawaii Pacific University. Abstract Tariffs remain one of the most controversial instruments of economic policy, with debate centering on whether they foster or hinder economic growth. Although global tariff rates have generally declined over the past half century in line with the domina

Authors: Soren Comer & Simran Katari Mentor: Markus Baumgartner. Markus is a doctoral candidate in engineering at the University of Oxford. Abstract The ability to construct supertall skyscrapers has revolutionized urbanization. Creating “mile-high” buildings poses extreme engineering challenges and requires substantial technological advancements. This review paper investigates the challenges and recent solutions developed for creating tall structures safely, usefully, and ef

Authors: Natasha Nejat, Aaron Nguyen, Aria Ramsinghani, & Arjun Ravichandran Mentor: Kyle Fogarty. Kyle is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge with research specialization in computer graphics, computer vision, and machine learning. Abstract Vision-Language-Action (VLA) models represent a significant advancement in robotics. By integrating visual perception, natural language understanding, and action execution to enable robots

Authors: Dilan Singh, Tiffany Hong, & Kyle Chiu Mentor: Jack Proudfoot. Jack is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Engineering at the University of Oxford specializing in Active Flow Control with joint funding from Rolls-Royce and EPSCRC. Abstract Aviation is a carbon-intensive form of transport, critical to the global economy. Currently, aviation is responsible for ~3% of global CO2 emissions. This share of emissions is predicted to rise as the global civil aviation m

Authors: Sophie Larson Mentor: Filipa Paes. Filipa is currently a doctoral candidate in the Faculty of Law at the University of Oxford. Abstract Scholarly theorizing on constitutional interpretation, which is the way that courts interpret constitutional texts, has seen much development in the past decades. Still, there is little agreement on what theory provides the best reasoning for the process of interpreting constitutional documents. This article reviews three theories of

Authors: Ritvika Bal & Sagar Raghavan Mentor: Dr. Gerard Dericks (PhD, London School of Economics). Dr. Dericks is currently director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Education at Hawaii Pacific University. Abstract This paper provides a comprehensive review of cross-cultural negotiation dynamics between North America and various global regions, including South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. By analyzing key components such as negotiation tactics,

Authors: Matthew Kim & Angelina Zhou Mentor: Dr. Gerard Dericks (PhD, London School of Economics). Dr. Dericks is currently the director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Education at Hawaii Pacific University. Abstract Asset price volatility has long been established as the leading measure of investment risk, yet has been the subject of continuing criticism due to its internal inconsistencies and historical instances of risk management failure. These shortco

Authors: Sejal Pola, Harini Sivanandh Ramadass, Vishnupriya Ravindranath, Akanksha Saxena, & Iris Zheng Mentor: May Sin Ke. May is currently a doctoral candidate in the Department of Oncology at the University of Oxford. Abstract This review paper examines the current state of research on spinal cord injury (SCI), highlighting treatments such as corticosteroids, neuroprotective,  neuroregenerative therapies and scaffolding. With major parts of the demographic suffering from

Authors: Advik Chandok & Aiza Dada Mentor: Katherine Ferris. Katherine is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Oncology at the University of Oxford. Abstract Cancer grows more prevalent by the year, from 1.9 million new cases in the US in 2022 to over 2 million in 2023; despite this increase in cases, it is not met with a proportional increase in treatment progress, due not only to a lack of funding, but also a lack of success. This challenge can be attributed, in part,

Authors: Elianna Umana Kimura, Ethan Liu, & Adeline Sale Mentor: May Sin Ke. May is currently a doctoral candidate in the Department of Oncology at the University of Oxford. Abstract This review paper analyzes current research on type 2 diabetes, featuring treatments like antidiabetic medications, bariatric surgeries and sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 ( SGLT2) inhibitors. Considering the increasing number of citizens in the United States living with type 2 diabetes, it is of

Authors: Kyle Chiu, Anthony Dosev, Divij Gupta, Tiffany Hong, Nolan Kirk, & Rishi Madduluri Mentor: Dr. Samuel Baker. Dr. Baker is a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Oxford Centre of Excellence for Hybrid Thermal Propulsion Systems with research specialization in Machine Learning for Engine Airflows. Abstract The paper reviews the key concepts and recent work associated with the various propulsion systems used in hypersonic aircraft. Firstly, a brief historical backg

Authors: Clay Hsieh, Xander Matcuk, DeVaughn Prince, & Shiven Seth Mentor: Harry Moore. Harry is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge with research specialization in Artificial Intelligence. Abstract Reinforcement learning (RL) has emerged as a pivotal framework in the field of machine learning, offering powerful solutions for complex decision-making problems where an agent learns to make sequences of decisions by interacting w

Authors: Neel Gonugunta, Ikshika Pant, & Jake Weiner Mentor: Dr. Kay Song (DPhil, University of Oxford). Dr. Song is currently a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford with research specialization in Nuclear Physics. Abstract With the increasing costs of fuel extraction and growing energy demand of mankind, an alternative and high-density source of power is crucially needed. The variable nature of renewable energy sources

Authors: Ava DeSanti, Josephine Grouette, Jordana Rosenberg, & Thelma Salinas Mentor: Fiona Hartley. Fiona is currently a doctoral student in the Department of Oncology at the University of Oxford. Abstract Gene therapy involves the manipulation of genetic material to rectify abnormal cellular processes, providing a selective and direct approach to targeting cancer cells. There are several types of gene therapy which aim to reduce cancer progression. Tumor suppressor gene th

Authors: Aadhitya Balaji, Maxence Lam, Nicholas Smemoe, & Ritvikka Sureshkumar Mentor: Danish Malik. Danish is currently a medical student at the University of Oxford. Abstract Type 2 diabetes exerts a considerable global health burden and is the most expensive chronic condition in the USA. Its management is multifaceted, with a mixture of pharmacological, lifestyle, and surgical interventions being used worldwide. This review paper compares the pharmacological and lifestyle

Author: Hayato Nagai Mentor: Dr. Francesco De Cola (PhD, University of Oxford). Dr. De Cola is Head of Design and Engineering for Advanced Projects at McLaren Racing. Abstract Within the last few decades, the popularity of metal matrix composites (MMC) has grown substantially as a response to the universal need for more advanced materials that hold superior properties than conventional metal alloys. The addition of reinforcement materials into the metal alloy matrix produces

Authors: Kaden Blankenship, Teena Hamada, Asvika Rajeshbabu, & Alaina Walker Mentor: Filipa Paes. Filipa is currently a doctoral candidate in the Faculty of Law at the University of Oxford. Abstract The intricate relationship between law and morality has captivated the minds of scholars and philosophers, fueling intense debates on the nature of jurisprudence. This research article delves into the central theories that have shaped our understanding of the connection between l