Personal Statement For Molecular Biology

When I first entered college, I had thought that I wanted to major in Biomedical Sciences. The reason being, I was diagnosed at the age of 7 with Type 1 Diabetes. I was tossing around the thought that I was interested, possibly, in having a career that involved my disease in it. From being a part of this compass program, I have learned about many careers. Even though I learned more of what I do not want to do, it has helped me narrow down to majors that I am more interested in. I was thinking of still having the possibility of entering the medical field, but I am unsure. Learning about the different careers in the medical field and visiting labs has shown me that it isn't something that I am interested as much as when I first enter college. While I do want to be involved with my disease, I’m not sure if I want to have a career with it, but it could still be a possibility.

One of my areas of interest is microbiology, particularly the mechanisms by which pathogens evade host defense systems and cause disease. Since I currently work in a microbiology lab I have read a few papers dealing with these issues and as such I would like to investigate the clinical aspects of bacterial infections.

My interest for science blossomed as a child, my mom is a lab technician and going to her job and seeing them learn all these astonishing things about a person from a simple tube of blood blew me away. In middle school I went to a STEM school, The Academy for Science and Design in order to allow that passion to grow, and from there I have participated in multiple science related research projects that I have been able to bring with me to national level competitions. In addition, in high school I am taking AP level science classes, such as AP Biology, in order to expand my knowledge. Soon I plan on starting to volunteer at the community hospital for an opportunity to gain real world experience in the scientific field. The thing I take most pride

Chemistry captivated me as a college freshman by her promise of truth. Truth was a magical word, and was all the more alluring when associated with science, which to me back then meant the absolute. The process by which truth emerged from chemistry was so elegant: I loved to envision different molecules combining their molecular orbitals to form a product with the lowest energy level, and could not stop marveling at how concepts like energy, almost metaphysically abstract, manifested themselves so concretely in chemical reactions.

Biology is a broad field, covering the minute workings of chemical machines inside our cells, to broad theories of ecosystems and global climate change.

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

I nominate myself, Dr. Ava Morrow, for the HBCU Alumni Award in the category of education because of my Service to Gallaudet University and my commitment to providing excellent leadership as the STEM Program Director for the DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance, Inc. I was destined to be an educator. As a child I loved to play hide and go seek, dodge ball jump rope and pretend school. I always wanted to be the teacher when we pretended to be in school. My desire to be an educator was nurtured while in middle school and high school as I served as a tutor for students in my biology class.

DNA analysis involves a number of tests and instrumentation, from PCR amplification, SDS PAGE analysis, DNA purification, fluorescent DNA analysis, to Y-Chromosome analysis (to name a few). Forensic scientists, not only DNA analysts, are also often called upon to appear in court as expert witnesses to verify and explain findings. Therefore, in order to perform this job well, I must have intimate knowledge of laboratory procedures and well as court-room proceedings. To work as a forensic DNA analyst, a Bachelor’s degree in a physical or life science, preferably Biology, is required. I have already begun this portion of my plan, as I am currently majoring in Biology with a cellular and molecular concentration and a minor in Chemistry. After obtaining

Why are you pursuing higher education? I have always dreamed of being a research scientist. I plan on receiving at least a Masters in Biochemistry. With this degree, or one similar to it, I would then become a research scientist in regards to plants and discover a way to train crops to be drought and insect resistant through plant communication. This would increase crop yields, and farmers would not have to rely on the weather as much in order to receive an income and/or food, decreasing the world hunger problem.

Molecular biology also has a lot to do with evolution. Molecular biology (DNA) is the study of DNA. DNA is found in our cells. DNA is who we are. DNA can be traced back using advanced technology. Using this we can compare and contrast the differences in DNA from past species to present species.

Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes in living organisms. It oversees every living process and organism. According to Arizona State University (2003), “by controlling the information flow through biochemical signaling and the flow of chemical energy through metabolism; biochemical processes give rise to the marvel of life. A good portion of biochemistry deals with the functions and structures of cellular components like proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and other biological molecules. The processes, rather than individual molecules, are the main focus” (Basic Chemistry for Understanding Biology). Accordingly, the main focus of biochemistry is detecting how biological molecules organize those processes that occur in living cells. The processes relate to the understanding and study of whole organisms and their subsequent chemistry (Arizona State University, 2003).

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

The personal statement is by and large used to focus a student’s capacity to overcome accomplish objectives, think discriminatingly, hindrances, and composes adequately. The premise of the personal statement is simple: it's an essay that provides context to an applicant's scholastic record, a face to put in front of the test scores. Length and content requirements for the personal statement vary widely from school to school; some colleges want brief, specific responses to a set of questions while others allow the applicant to give a general outline of his or her strengths. Personal statements are one of the most important parts of the application and sometimes the deciding factor for admission. Biomedical science: Biomedical scientists concentrate

I desire to attend medical school because I want to assist those experiencing adversity regain a sense of control over their lives. At a young age I found that understanding and positivity made the hard times more endurable. As a child of a single parent, my mother asked my grandfather to relocate to Florida to tend to me while she worked. I had grown quite close to my grandfather by the time he was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. Witnessing him struggle with his illness made me feel powerless thinking that as a nine-year old I could not do anything because I could not cure him.

One of the crucial moments in my life was the decision I had to take; as to what I was going to do next in life. Having completed my Advanced Level in 2013, I realized that it was not the end of my career as a student. I needed strong academic foundation along with other soft skills to meet the challenges and survive in this commercial world as a successful individual. In view of these thoughts, I was unable to make a firm decision as to what my career direction would be. After a month or so of various discussions with my parents, friends and other learned people I was able to reason out the best choice for me.