• Medical tools can be assimilated into science fair projects.medical tools image by PHOTOFLY from Fotolia.com
  
  Science airs at the high school level involve more research and presentation than projects presented at events for elementary or middle school. The topics presented are typically expected to be at the level of the students and should revolve around classroom studies for the particular year. The high school student's study of human biology opens the door for projects involving medical topics.
  
  

Reflexes/Neuroscience

• During a student's yearly health check-up, he is subjected to reflex testing by a physician. This medical check-up can be turned into a science fair project. The study involves the identification of the reflex points on the body for physical purposes and reactionary reflexes for the mental aspects. Use a study group to test for reaction to loud sounds recording the number in the group who react verses the number who do not. Test the same group for physical reactions to reflex point contact and compare your notes. With the proper tools, your physical display at the fair will include demonstrations of the reflex points. Ask the judges to participate in the demonstrations and add them to the study charts for extra points.
  
  

Skin Cancer

• There are three main types of skin cancer. Melanoma, basal cell and squamous cell are all equal opportunity cancers that can strike at any age. This common type is transferred into a science fair project through identification and treatment studies. Pictorial displays of each variation of the malignancies are presented along with the causes, risk factors and available treatments. Return rates and consequences of untreated lesions are part of the discussion. Protective clothing, hats and sunglasses are included in the prevention information. For fair presentation, a volunteer dermatological expert may be employed to give free skin checks for judges or visitors. Pamphlets and other educational material is typically available free of charge from your local dermatologist. Contact makers of sunscreens for free samples to give out at the fair. A report issued by Environmental Working Group in 2010 indicated that sunscreen, a common preventative measure, may present danger to users. This information should be included in the prevention section of the project discussion.
  
  

Birth Control Methods

• Use the rise in the teen pregnancy rate as a starting point for a science fair project on birth control. All methods will be discussed including natural or rhythm methods and abstinence. Discuss how each method works. Research the success versus failure rate along with the clashes with other medications or health issues and any risks involved in usage. Discuss each method as it relates to protection against sexually transmitted diseases. Include the availability of each item. Presentation should be tasteful and unbiased.