Young Scholars Research Paper and Publications

Scholarly publication process

The scholarly publication process involves a collaborative effort between our faculty and student groups. Our faculty members at George Mason work closely with each group of students and help guide them through their individual projects. In the span of two to four months, we proceeded to post their completed publications. We are dedicated to sharing the ideas and knowledge created by our students to promote a culture of learning and exploration.

Student Publications and Authors Retain Copyright

Students’ Research Papers are listed in reverse chronological order, and them alphabetized by last name.
Only first initials are provided follow by publication protocol. Verification of participation can be provided by emailing ExecEd@gmu.edu.
Each student's copyright is respected, and the students retain the copyright to their work.

Data Analytics for Elite Young Scholars - Biology and Medical Science Experience

Data Analytics for Elite Young Scholars - Biology and Medical Science Experience - Summer 2023

Our Biology and Medical Science Young Scholars proudly presented their research paper during the National Students Data Analytics and BioMedical Conference (NSDAB) at George Mason University. A committee of NIH, NSF, and BioMedical Industries experts has selected the best research project and top-performing team for scholarships and awards.

Summer 2023 Data Analytics for Elite Young Scholars - Biology and Medical Science Experience winners

Best Research Award – Project 1

Best Teamwork Award - Project 2

Best Research Award - Project 3

First Prize Winner - Project 4

Best PowerPoint Presentation Award - Project 5

Second Prize Winner - Project 6

Third Prize Winner - Project 7

Summer 2024 Data Analytics for Elite Young Scholars - Biology and Medical Science Experience

Second Prize Winner - Project 1

Best Speaker Award - Project 2

Third Prize Winner - Project 3

Best Teamwork Award - Project 4a and 4b

Best PowerPoint Presentation Award - Project 5a and 5b

First Prize Winner - Project 6

Best Research Award - Project 7

Data Analysis and Space Research for NASA Missions

High School Astronomy Data Analysis and Space Research for NASA Missions - Summer 2023

Summary of Astro-Scholars Program

Journal of Astro-Scholars Research (JASR) at George Mason University

The Journal of Astro-Scholars Research (JASR) at George Mason University features original research papers from the Young Astro-Scholars Internship Program. These papers represent the culmination of a several month long independent student research efforts to collect and analyze real observational astronomy data, and follow through to the rigorous scientific interpretation of the analysis.

The following Inaugural volume presents 22 original research papers from 22 students in the summer 2023 Asto-Scholars Program. The authors are given some guidance as to the structure and content of their research papers, with no editing provided by Mason faculty and researchers. The authors are given documentation on how to carry out their analyses, but must independently complete the numerous steps involved with existing software tools. The data analyzed include data they have themselves collected with the George Mason Observatories Geller Telescope, and archival data not yet analyzed. All analysis is carried out directly by the scholars with minimal faculty input with an aim to provide genuine research products applicable to the current state of the art in the exoplanet observational astronomy field.

View details of the research projects from the Physics and Astronomy Department.

Astro-Scholars Program Student Publications

Article 0
Title: Foreward
Primary Lead Author: Dr. Peter Plavchan

Article 1
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3792.01
Primary Lead Author: Ellis, A.

Article 2
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 5961.01
Primary Lead Author: Tong, A.

Article 3
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 5237.01
Primary Lead Author: Riotto, A.

Article 4
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 5938.01
Primary Lead Author: Zeng, A.

Article 5
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3506.01
Primary Lead Author: Kanigicherla, A.

Article 6
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3553.01
Primary Lead Author: Kanigicherla, A.

Article 7
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 4064.01
Primary Lead Author: Howton, C.

Article 8
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 4620.01
Primary Lead Authors: Cao, D.; Pich, L.

Article 9
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3779.01
Primary Lead Author: Olaiz, E.

Article 10
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 5944.01
Primary Lead Author: Wang, H.X.

Article 11
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 5938.01
Primary Lead Author: Harish, H.

Article 12
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3553.01
Primary Lead Author: Singh, J.

Article 13
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3792.01
Primary Lead Author: Hu, K.

Article 14
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3877.01
Primary Lead Author: Pierson, K.

Article 15
Title: TESS object of interest TOI 5463.01 ground-based light curve validation
Primary Lead Author: Lyman, S.

Article 16
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3779.01
Primary Lead Author: Joseph, S. T.

Article 17
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3616.01
Primary Lead Author: Bhardwaj, T.

Article 18
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3576.01
Primary Lead Author: Suphian, T.

Article 19
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 3737.01
Primary Lead Author: Yang, W.

Article 20
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation observations of TESS object of interest TOI 4620.01
Primary Lead Author: Chen, Z.R.

Article 21
Title: Ground-based Observations on TESS Exoplanet TOI 5961.01
Primary Lead Authors: Seeda, R.; Gulati, K.

Article 22
Title: Ground-based light curve follow-up validation Observations of TESS object of interest TOI 5147.01 with V-shaped profile
Primary Lead Author: Xiao, A.; Xiao, C..