Biotechnology Personal Statement

Current advances in biotechnology through massively parallel sequencing, or Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), has allowed for the investigation and in-depth sequencing of the human genome particularly for the study of biological markers, translational research and genotyping. Upon discovery of cell-free DNA in maternal plasma, implementation of Non-invasive Prenatal Testing, or NIFTY/NIPT, has been actively performed throughout the globe to test for fetal chromosomal abnormalities, particularly Down’s syndrome. Detection rates of fetal aneuploidies can be done in the first and/or second trimester – as early as 4 weeks of gestation, however, most accurate results are found at 7 weeks of gestation. The high accuracy rate of detection of

Biomed Academy at my high school will be the most contributing factor to attain my goal. This academy has changed my perspective about medicine career. I have gained tons of knowledge from BioMed academy in these high school years. This will help me to attain my goal, because the knowledge gained from this academy will help me to be a successful medical professional. The principle of Health Science, Health Science, CNA, psychology, Biology, and anatomy and physiology are classes that prepared me to be an eligible Pre-Med applicant. I have learned from the basic structures of the body to the complex structure of the body, and from classroom to hands-on experience at the rehabilitation center. These years in BioMed Academy will help me to attain

As I study to complete a Biomedical Engineering degree at the University of Florida I know that I will gain extensive knowledge that will help me succeed in my post collegiate endeavors. Attending the University of Florida will further my knowledge on this field in both classrooms and research labs. By the end of my career at UF I hope to have the skills and knowledge needed to conduct research, work in a research group, and even lead research projects in the Biomedical field. Currently, I am planning on applying to medical school. The hard work and dedication that i need in order to receive a degree from UF will not only increase my chances of being accepted into medical school, but also of being successful as a med-school student, and eventually

As I grow up, other different things started to influence me making me think that I should wait a little longer to choose my career, so I decided to work a few years after High School until I decided which direction I should take. After my first step was to pursuit my associate degree in Biotechnology, with this degree I was able to learn many different subjects related with genetics. I remember that when we were learning about genetic disorders I wished to be able to help people with conditions that I affect their lives. When I was doing my Biotechnology required to do a internship and mine was at IDEXX laboratory, they do

I did not find fulfillment with my education until I found architecture. Before then, I had always enjoyed studying art and design, but was encouraged to pursue a major that fit my parents more serious idea of education. This is why I spent my first year at North Carolina State University as an Exploratory Studies student, taking courses to try and enter the Biomedical Engineering major. Chasing a major that was not a good fit for my interests proved detrimental for me, as I lost focus over my school work and the courses proved difficult to keep up with. It was not until I had the opportunity to interview an architect working in downtown Raleigh that I came to the realization architecture was perfectly suited for me. The world of formative design and studio culture seemed like an education that was too good to be true. I was in disbelief over how the right career field had evaded me all these years. I took the opportunity to sit in on architecture classes and was sold.

I find that the most interesting thing to learn about in STEM is yourself. While we’re working to unravel the mysteries of the universe, we’ve hardly scratched the surface in our own bodies! That’s why I have a fascination with molecular genetics. Unraveling the enigma that is DNA is one of the most daunting tasks I could think of, and I want nothing more than to be able to make contributions to that in my lifetime. Molecular genetics can be applied in almost any field imaginable, from fighting cancer, to going into space! Understanding ourselves is one of the most fundamental thing that humans have yet to accomplish, and that simply is astounding! I’m very passionate about this particular topic, and have poured through hours after hours of

Richard Doyle, whose field is rhetoric and cultural study of science, in his article ‘LSDNA: Consciousness Expansion and the Emergence of Biotechnology’, has challenged assumptions regarding the techno-scientific triumphs. This is interesting to note because such assumptions and rhetoric are often accepted without question. The “scientific revolution”-in progress from the time when the Enlightenment rejected all ideas grounded in faith and traditions- has emphasized a new tradition: the tradition of science, and, what Doyle calls “fathoming secrets” is an inseparable part of this tradition. Science’s revelatory practice of the secrets could be seen identical to ever-existing human desire to reveal and expose. However, this “undoing” process has the potential to “infect the living” and “reduce the reality of life” to just mechanical revelation. Would these new mechanical relations affect our identity as human beings? Could we

Located in South San Francisco, CA, Genentech was started in 1976 by a biochemist Dr. Herbert Boyer and Robert A. Swanson. From 1995-2009 Arthur Levinson had become the CEO of Genentech; presently it is Ian T. Clark. Genentech is a leading biotechnology company, using human genetic information to discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize medicines to treat people with serious or life-threatening medical conditions (2014). Biotechnology is the technology based on the science of cellular and biomolecular processes to develop technologies and products that help improve peoples’ lives and the health of our environment. How biotechnology uses cellular and biomolecular processes are by using molecular mechanisms by which genetic and

I want to learn more about what happens within our bodies on a cellular level as well as what happens around us on the cellular level. I chose this major for two main reasons, first I love biology and science and out of all the science majors this is the one that caught my eye and had me researching to know more about it, and secondly this major will also help me be prepared to go into the medical field for my career. We are always needing more qualified

My loving mother always told me that true strength comes from living your life for something bigger than yourself. Making valiant contributions to our society and supporting the people I love is so important to me, and becoming successful is the only way I’ll be able to do any of that. I have my heart set on studying biomedical engineering, a career field that will enable me to create and develop solutions that will improve the lives of all people, but especially those with disabilities.

I have been interested in a job in the science field since I was in third grade; I would read any book I could get my hands on about biology or anatomy. The information I gathered didn’t just stay in my head; I wanted the people around me to learn and be excited about it, too. Since, my passion for learning about science has only continued to grow. In and outside of school, I regularly work to prepare myself for a career in biomedical engineering. If I am accepted to the University of Carolina at Chapel Hill, I believe it will continue to open the door to different pathways that I have been striving for since a young age.

Curiosity is a key aspect of engineers because they work on a variety of projects that requiring knowledge in a multitude of different disciplines. While I do not yet have a substantial understanding of biomedical engineering, the inquisitiveness required to excel in this field is shown in everything I do.

My career choice is Biotechnology. It is a branch of science that deals with the exploitation and manipulation of biological processes for the benefit of mankind. A biotechnologist uses developments based on cell biology, molecular biology and microbiology to produce products. They can work in various industries, these include; Agriculture, Health care and pharmaceuticals and also food manufacturing industries. Biotechnology has been practiced since ancient times after the development of the microscope, but it is later after genetics had been studied and incorporation of new technologies, such as bioinformatics and genomics were developed that it has been considered as a separate form of science. Products developed by biotechnologists include;

What is biotechnology? Biotechnology is the use of cellular and biomolecular processes in modern technology in order to reduce the use of chemicals and other harmful products. This not only can improve our own lives, but also make our planet a better place and our future a little less bleak. But what does biotechnology entail? And how long has it been around? As you will recall, we discussed the like of bread and cheese previously. Simply put, that is biotechnology… at its oldest of around 6,000 years! However, it was little more than a 100 years ago that science started catching on to the fact that microorganisms were responsible for all of these things happening around them.

I am currently studying Biology in college, and it is a dream come true. I was always that curious child; the one that never seemed to stop asking why. Thankfully, my parents didn’t mind. My dad was actually a big science nerd in the best way possible. He fueled my passion and encouraged me to go on any and all STEM related fieldtrips that I could which only