Essays

This IB Extended Essay analyzes Paul von Hindenburg’s rise to power in 1925, focusing on long-term public disillusionment with the Weimar Republic and political fragmentation. It highlights the effective propaganda by the Reichsblock and the disunity among leftist parties, which collectively enabled Hindenburg’s narrow electoral victory.

This IB Physics IA investigates how airflow speed affects the temperature drop of hot water under forced convection. By analyzing various speeds, the study reveals a clear relationship between increased airflow and enhanced cooling efficiency, utilizing principles of heat transfer and fluid dynamics to derive empirical relationships.

This IB Math IA explores the application of stochastic differential equations, specifically the Generalized Geometric Brownian Motion model, to predict NVIDIA’s stock prices. It aims to enhance investment returns through effective forecasting and dynamic trading strategies, integrating mathematical concepts from statistics, probability, and calculus.

This essay is an academic product of my participation in the History Club during 10th and 11th grade. It stems from our in-depth discussions about the ancient Roman political system. Through studying Plutarch’s works, we explored the political structure of the Roman Republic, its challenges, and the factors that led to its collapse. This paper not only summarizes our collective insights but also reflects my personal thoughts on the connections between ancient political ideas and modern political systems.

This essay was written as the final paper for the UChicago Summer Session course, ‘The State: Its Origins, Justification(s), and Destiny’, taught by Primary Instructor Joseph Cloward.