Biology Personal Statement

I have signed up for AP Biology because I plan to pursue a career in the field of environmental science and wish to build up my knowledge on the study of life. In this course I look forward to getting a more hands-on feel for what to expect in future science courses and what to expect in the field. I decided to take an AP class because I want to challenge myself to a more vigorous course in a subject that I am passionate about and plan to advance in. I aim to expand and add to my knowledge of the scientific method and experimental design process and wish to practice how to perform a well-executed experiment properly. I also want to grow familiar with the basic and commonly used scientific terminology and get a grasp on measurements- which one

I am interested in environmental studies as a potential major and want to learn more about this field in a professional setting. Through my Human Evolution, Environmental Science, and AP Biology courses, I have become familiar with ecology and evolution. While the Community-Based Ecology in the Galápagos project looks at these fields from a philosophical standpoint, it will provide me with practical experience and invaluable insights as I decide my major and future career path

In college, I hope to grow my identity as an individual of progress. To start, I firmly believe that knowledge is power, and education provides the opportunities to collect wisdom, answer my curiosities, and discover new passion. Currently, my favorite subjects are AP Biology and AP Spanish. Learning about the processes of the cell cycle in AP Biology will aid me in my future career as a Pediatrician. I have decided to major in either Biology or Spanish with a pre-med track.

My academic career is based on the sciences, especially chemistry and biology. Throughout my childhood, I have been greatly exposed to the sciences. My mother was a nurse practitioner in a rural clinic, which was connected to our house. Consequently, the clinic became my playground and the stethoscopes became my toys. Therefore, I was always interested in how the body worked and what affected our health.

​Ever since I was a child, I have loved science. I learned at a young age to always keep asking questions and to never settle with just simply not knowing something. The thought of how everything works on a molecular level never ceases to fascinate me. I have other interests spanning multiple fields, but none can compare to my love of science. I quite enjoy being in the labs and getting to do experiments to uncover answers that were otherwise unknown to me. It is that curiosity and interest that keeps my fascination towards the realm of science strong.

I began my undergraduate education with the aim of pursuing a career as a physician. However, after exposure to laboratory research and the discovery of my passion for teaching, I have now been considering obtaining an MD/PhD. I would like to help patients not only as a compassionate physician but also by conducting research that will open doors to health issues faced by many around the world. My interest in obtaining research experience at UT Southwestern is twofold: it will give me an opportunity to conduct full-time biological research and resolve my interest in pursuing a career as a physician-scientist.

Myar Dandash Personal Statement Volunteerism and the passion of science reflect my interests in biomedical science. My interest in Medicine began in high school where I studied biology and chemistry classes that focus on many topics. I intended to continue studying biology in college as an undergraduate student. Everything I learned from these subjects brought my attention to continue studying biology in a detailed way. Applying to the biomedical science program at Rutgers University because it combines both concepts I like to study the most, which are science and the application of science in medicine and other health-related fields.

The field of science has always been of interest to me. The quest to learn as much as possible about the universe we live in has always been a journey I would like to be a part of. However, I had not, until recently, decided in what facet I would like to contribute. Originally I had thought that an area of physics was the field I would pursue. The mysteries and beauty of the cosmos drew me in but I was never certain it was what I wanted to pursue. My realization came during my first semester in AP Biology. I was exceptionally fascinated by the molecular workings of cells and by the genetic code that orchestrated it all. The beautiful complexity of intercellular communication and the wonderful mystery of noncoding DNA, captured my interest.

What drew me to Biology is the human anatomy, especially how scientific advancements over the years have allowed the human body to overcome biological obstacles such as diseases and viruses, which once could have eradicated the human race. However due to the brilliance of individuals and scientific advancement we are able to survive and become stronger as a race. The decision to study biomedical sciences is a result of my desire for Science especially Chemistry and Biology. The topics within these subjects such as mitosis and the cardiovascular system, looking at how the heart is specially adapted and never fatigues due to the cardiac muscle.

How does one climb a tree? Past courage and adrenaline, the big picture breaks down into many complex parts. The infinite amount of processes happening, from the adrenaline rush to the firing of muscle fibers to the flow of blood to limbs, are all incredibly complex on the biological and chemical level. Each small component contributes its own part to the ultimate success of our body system. These “hows” and “whys” fascinate me.

Over the course of studying my A-levels, I have developed a strong interest in Biology and specifically biomedical aspects of it. After watching the BBC series of documentaries “Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery”, the first instalment “Into the Brain” appealed to me. Walter J Freeman's work on lobotomies, he believed cutting off connections between the Hypothalamus and Frontal Lobe would cure patients of mental disorders. Results showed a third of patients became disorientated, with extreme memory loss and becoming violent because they had no sense of negotiation. This has fostered my interest in animal behaviour and evolution of the brain.

My goal is to harness my passion for biology to obtain a Ph.D., allowing me to conduct research on the underpinnings of human diseases. As a freshman, I shadowed in research labs in various areas of biology, and these experiences first ignited my passion for biological research. In my sophomore year of college, I joined a molecular biology lab that is interested in the mechanisms that coordinate two key steps in gene expression: splicing and transcription, as mutations in the proteins involved in these process underlie human diseases, such as cancer. Throughout the process of conducting research to address my hypothesis, I have learned the type of resilience and perseverance necessary to troubleshoot experiments, interpret unexpected findings,

My fascination with Science was established during my time at college where I studied Health Studies. I have always had an enthusiastic interest in science based subjects, specifically Physiology. Studying the subject as part of my Health Studies course has made me comprehend that the life of Science is what I want to be a part of. My interests in the natural world and the study of science have motivated me to take it to a sophisticated level and further my understanding. Studying Science at college has given me a good foundation of skills and knowledge which I will bring to studying Physiology in University. I believe that the course will facilitate me to elaborate the scientific skills needed to endow me with the depth of understanding in order to be a professional Clinical Physiologist.

Science is an incredibly fascinating field of study. The opportunities that can come from majoring in biochemistry are far more complex than conducting labs and doing research. My passion for biology and health is what drove me to consider pursuing this major. When it comes to nutrition I have always been very careless when choosing what I want to eat. While in high school I began to notice changes in my body and health that exercise was not able to solve.

SURE-REU at the UNC at Chapel Hill The words that were coming out of my mother’s mouth were like a punch to the stomach as I was left breathless. The words resonated in my head but I was struggling to come to terms with what they meant. I have never been so dumbfounded in my entire life.