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研究背景与问题发现
长期练习书法的过程中，我注意到存放的作品会随着时间的推移散发出刺鼻的气味。家人对此屡有抱怨，而在与其他书法爱好者交流时，我发现这一问题普遍存在。由于传统观念认为墨香是书法作品的重要特征，相关研究与解决方案几乎空白。因此，我希望通过科学研究找出导致气味问题的原因，并开发有效的气味抑制方案。
Research Background and Problem Identification
During my years of practicing calligraphy, I noticed that stored works gradually emitted a pungent odor over time. My family often complained about it, and through conversations with other calligraphy enthusiasts, I found that this issue was widespread. However, because traditional belief regards the scent of ink as an essential feature of calligraphy, there has been little research or attempt to address it. Therefore, I aimed to identify the causes of this odor through scientific investigation and to develop an effective method to reduce it.

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研究方法与实验设计
在导师的指导下，我设计并实施了一系列实验，包括：
感官测试：采用定性偏好测试与区分测试，确认书法作品气味的存在，并收集书法爱好者对气味缓解的接受度。
纳米抗菌材料合成：使用羧甲基纤维素(CMC)作为载体，成功合成并固定银纳米颗粒(CMC-AgNPs)和氢氧化锌纳米颗粒(CMC-Zn(OH)2)，以提供长期抗菌能力。
抑菌实验：采用抑菌圈测试评估纳米材料的抗菌性能，确保其有效性。
墨汁书写测试：邀请专业书法家使用自主研发的Ink-Mate原型，与未添加Ink-Mate的传统墨汁进行对比，评估其在书写流畅度、墨色表现和气味抑制方面的影响。
Research Methods and Experimental Design
Under the guidance of my mentor, I designed and conducted a series of experiments, including:
Sensory Testing: Used qualitative preference and discrimination tests to confirm the presence of odor in calligraphy works and to collect feedback from calligraphy practitioners on their acceptance of odor reduction.
Synthesis of Antibacterial Nanomaterials: Used carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) as a carrier to successfully synthesize and immobilize silver nanoparticles (CMC-AgNPs) and zinc hydroxide nanoparticles (CMC-Zn(OH)₂), providing long-term antibacterial properties.
Antibacterial Testing: Employed inhibition zone assays to evaluate the antibacterial performance of the nanomaterials and ensure their effectiveness.
Ink Writing Tests: Invited professional calligraphers to use the self-developed Ink-Mate prototype alongside traditional ink to assess its effects on writing smoothness, color performance, and odor suppression.

研究成果与竞赛经验

本研究最终成功开发出Ink-Mate，一种可与传统墨汁搭配使用的环保型气味抑制剂。实验结果表明，Ink-Mate在不影响书法书写质量的情况下，能够有效降低书法作品的异味。该研究在丘成桐高中科学奖竞赛中获得认可，并在CTB项目中得到了实践检验。

通过参与科研竞赛，我不仅掌握了从提出假设到实验验证的完整科研流程，还体会到了团队协作与时间管理的重要性。在CTB项目中，由于缺少团队成员支持，我在展台布置等环节遇到了挑战，使我深刻认识到团队协作的价值。此外，在与导师沟通的过程中，我学会了如何高效筛选和修改研究内容，以提高研究的针对性和竞争力。

Research Outcomes and Competition Experience

This study successfully developed Ink-Mate, an eco-friendly odor suppressor designed to be used alongside traditional ink. Experimental results showed that Ink-Mate effectively reduced unpleasant odors from calligraphy works without compromising writing quality. The project was recognized in the S.T. Yau High School Science Award competition and further tested in practice through the China Thinks Big (CTB) program.

Through participating in research competitions, I gained hands-on experience with the entire scientific process—from hypothesis formation to experimental verification—and learned the importance of teamwork and time management. In the CTB project, I faced challenges such as setting up the exhibition booth without sufficient team support, which helped me appreciate the value of collaboration. Moreover, through close communication with my mentor, I learned how to efficiently refine and adjust my research focus to enhance its relevance and competitiveness.

🤗 总结归纳

反思与展望

回顾整个科研过程，我认识到不同竞赛对研究方向的侧重点不同，例如丘成桐高中科学奖更关注实际问题的解决，而CTB项目更强调社会背景下的应用性。因此，在未来的科研探索中，我会更加注重研究的整体规划，确保研究内容能适应不同平台的要求。

这次科研经历不仅加深了我对生物与化学交叉学科的兴趣，也让我更加坚定地以科学思维探索未知问题。我希望未来能继续深入研究纳米材料的抗菌性能，并进一步优化Ink-Mate的配方，使其成为书法艺术领域中广泛应用的创新产品。 Reflections and Future Directions

Looking back on the entire research process, I realized that different competitions emphasize different aspects of a project. For example, the S.T. Yau High School Science Award focuses more on solving practical problems, while the CTB program highlights applicability within a broader social context. Therefore, in future research, I plan to pay greater attention to overall project planning to ensure that my work can meet the expectations of different platforms.

This research experience not only deepened my interest in the interdisciplinary study of biology and chemistry but also strengthened my commitment to exploring unknown problems through scientific thinking. In the future, I hope to continue investigating the antibacterial properties of nanomaterials and further optimize the Ink-Mate formulation, aiming to make it an innovative product widely applicable in the field of calligraphy.