High School
Case Competition

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Fall 2025 Case Summary & Result

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Case Summary: Students had to propose a sustainable, collaborative strategy to mitigate orbital debris threats. Teams analyzed environmental and policy challenges, assessed NASA’s self-destructing satellite concept, critiqued international space law, and designed a feasible global cleanup plan for safer space operations.

First Place

  • Julius Yip, Weldon Wang, Haoyun Zhao

Second Place

  • Amy Wang, Cindy Cao

Third Place

  • Ali Wang, Advaith Gangireddy

Case Summary: Teams had to design a sustainable, safe glow technology for GREYPINK’s 3-hour concert at 22 °C. They modelled chemiluminescent kinetics using the Arrhenius equation, balanced brightness and duration, and proposed innovations that minimize waste while ensuring fan safety and equitable access across seating tiers.

First Place

  • Nick Santokhi, Kylle John Polpol, Madison Pierson

Second Place

  • Eva Lucero, Logan Embir, Emma Quon, Theo Guida

Third Place

  • Gabriel Akerman, Anze Lu, Lior Korok, Seth Gershon

Case Summary: Teams developed an ethical, evidence-based intervention leveraging the gut–brain axis to improve mental or cognitive health. Proposals integrated microbiome biology, clinical data, and behavioral outcomes into scalable solutions like probiotics, diet plans, or AI-driven therapies.

First Place

  • Annie Xu, Monica Wang, Jessica Huang, Amy Xiao

Second Place

  • Aashi Malik, Minsun Kim

Third Place

  • Carina Sarkissian, Matteus Garabedian, Tamar Tcherkezian, Shant Maksoudlian

Case Summary: Teams created a physics-based energy solution that is sustainable, equitable, and scalable. Teams applied core physics principles to address real-world energy gaps, such as rural electrification or renewable storage, while ensuring environmental responsibility and long-term community impact.

First Place

  • Ruvan Sidrake, Jad Mhanna, Lusako Mwakatobe

Second Place

  • Rayce E, Kaitlyn E, Eason Huang, Aryan Nagpal

Third Place

  • Jerry Qiu, Jeremy Qiu

Fall 2025 Competition Timeline

To help you prepare for the 2025 Fall UTSRI High School Case Competition, we’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions about registration, deadlines, rules, and logistics. Additional details will be released on a rolling basis, and once you’ve registered, we’ll remain in constant contact to ensure you receive all necessary updates. Please also check this website and your email inbox regularly for the latest information.

Common Questions
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Q: What are the divisions?

Teams compete in one of four divisions based on grade level and subject focus:

  • Junior Integrated Science (Grades 9–10)
  • Senior Physics (Grades 11–12)
  • Senior Biology (Grades 11–12)
  • Senior Chemistry (Grades 11–12)

Our cases are tailored to align with the Ontario (and Canadian) curriculum, and senior students can choose their division according to their interests.

Q: What is required for the case solution submission?

Each team must submit a 10-minute presentation (slides required). Additional materials (including models, prototypes, or trifold panels) are welcome but must be approved in advance by the organizing team at casecomp@utsri.ca. Further details on submission requirements will be released prior to the case release date.

Q: Are we allowed to bring physical models, prototypes, or other materials as part of our presentation?

Yes, physical presentation aids such as models, trifold boards, or prototypes are permitted but must be approved in advance. To request approval, please email casecomp@utsri.ca (and cc academics@utsri.ca) with the subject line: “HSCC [Your Team Number] – Request for Physical Presentation Aids.” Attach images and brief descriptions of all materials. Each request will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis. All submissions must be made by Monday, November 3rd, at 11:59 PM.

Q: What are the case release and submission dates?

The case will be released at 11:59 PM on Oct 31, 2025, and all submissions are due by 11:59 PM on Nov 3, 2025.

Q: Do we need to be in-person for the competition?

Yes, there is an in-person portion to the competition. However, all cases will be released online, and teams will submit their solutions online during the 72-hour preparation period. This means you can work from anywhere, at any time you choose. The only in-person component is the team presentation, which will take place on November 8th, 2025 at the University of Toronto St. George (Downtown) campus.

Q: When is the case competition taking place?

On Saturday, Nov 8, 2025, from 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM (time tentative).

Q: What are the prizes?

Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 cases in each division (not just overall between juniors and seniors, unlike last year):
• 1st place: $300
• 2nd place: $200
• 3rd place: $100

Q: What is the dress code?

Business Casual or Business Formal.

Q: Are participants allowed to leave during the day?

Yes. You may sign out for lunch and breaks between 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Q: Who do I contact if I have questions?

Please email us at casecomp@utsri.ca. Your message will be directed to the appropriate department, and responses may take up to 5 business days.