Plant Genome High School Internship

Figure 1: . In 2010 A cartoon by Piraro about how fast food effect pigeons which representing the people who addicted on fast food.

I have been interested in Technology and certain aspects of Science since I was a child. As I became older I came to a realization of how much I love Technology; I began to excel in my technology and engineering classes but not do as great in my science classes. I began to loathe science as I took upon the love of Engineering. As I have researched different types of engineering in previous years, I have stumbled across Agricultural and Environmental Engineering. I have decided instead of seeing science a challenge I cannot overcome I should work harder to be better at the subject. Therefore, I can combine my love for the planet and horticulture with my love for technology and engineering. Having an internship at USDA as a Senior will further help me achieve my goal of having a career in the STEM field. I feel having an Internship my senior year will cause me to further succeed as the research I will hopefully be doing can cause me to grasp a better understanding of the different types of careers open to me in the future.

Wisconsin Fast Plants are known to be great educational tools for classroom experiments. They germinate quickly and are easy to take care of. These plants germinate after 1 or two days and have a life span of about 30 to 40 days. (Marin and Terrana, 2004).

In addition to completing my undergraduate and graduate education, I was participating in cellular and molecular research conducted by Professors at CUNY-Brooklyn College. I have worked with Graduate Deputy of Biology Department studying gene(s) that are involved in the fusion process of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, a single celled green algae. Currently, I have the pleasure to work as a research assistant with Dr. Juergen Polle, a leading expert in microalgae biotechnology. Our research focuses on photosynthesis, secondary carotenoid biosynthesis, and biofuels production of various microalgae. These experiences remind me of the reason why I have a great appreciation and love for science. And that is precisely what my ideal biology class would look like; a place where concept are learned through research. From preforming experiments and critiquing the scientific work of others to attending seminars, students should experience it all.

Internships are extraordinary opportunities to learn and grow. Internships are mostly designed to expand the depth and the breadth of the academic learning in the particular areas of the study. Internship is an opportunity to receive experience in applying all formulas, methods, theories in the classroom to specific experiences in the real world and to see how it actually works.

Hypothesis correct?: Yes and no. The tap water did soak up the color best, however the plants in soft water and the reverse osmosis

I want to be in the Anderson Scholars Science program because I want to get better at science and do more in-depth research. The internship in the program sounds like a great experience for me, and the research project seems like it would be good to do some real research and fun to do. I will contribute to the Anderson Scholars by going to all of the field trips and science seminars. I will get good grades in my science classes and take AP science classes. I will work hard to become a good scientist. One of the things I hope to gain from this program is some experience on what its like to be a scientist doing research that isn’t just a premade lab. The Anderson Scholars program can give me the opportunity to find out what areas of science

I founded Beta Psi Omega, the nation’s first co-ed professional biology fraternity, to address the specific professional needs of non pre-medical students and provide a support system for emerging scientists. My passion for the organization and belief in the grassroots mission of providing support to future scientists has fueled my continued involvement. Driven by my passion to teach and mentor young minds, I created a STEM curriculum for the Beyond These Walls mentorship program in Title I elementary schools. To gain experience in engaging the general population in ethical and psychosocial questions surrounding genomics, I facilitated the exhibit Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code. My advocacy and counseling skills were developed through working with the homeless and disadvantaged populations with Health Leads. Recently, I have tutored four girls in middle school math and science, which has furthered my abilities to adjust my information sharing style to reach their academic

The purpose of this lab was to practice proper handling of the light microscope, learn the names and functions of the light microscope parts, acquire skill in using the light microscope by carefully following all directions, prepare a wet mount, and locate objects under low and high power magnification. In addition, we will learn to position objects when viewed with a microscope, adjust the diaphragm correctly to achieve proper light under low and high power, learn to locate objects at various places in the “depth of field” and use stains (iodine) as an aid.

This internship will gain me some experience of working in a collaborative environment with engineers as well as programmers. The tasks are related to the areas of my knowledge and interests. Overall, it’s a great opportunity for me to get my foot in the door of a cooperate world.

A highly conserved gene will be used to identify a prokaryotic species isolated from the body. Fundamental lab techniques will be also explored and utilized, such as amplifying using PCR, cloning, and transforming the gene into a host cell. DNA electrophoresis and specific substrate plating will serve as analysis check points. The final product will be sequenced and compared to similar species to observe phylogenetic relationships.

It has a relatively small genome which has allowed for scientists to fully sequence its genome. Because of the close evolutionary relationship between all flowering plants, deciding to learn about just one plant immensely allows for scientists to get insight about the cell and molecular biology of this whole class of organisms. Arabidopsis thaliana can be grown indoors in large numbers, producing thousands of offspring per plant in a matter of 8-10 weeks. This touches back on what I said earlier about

allows scientists to precisely replace, insert, regulate, or delete genes in plants, animal, and human.

I wish to obtain my Ph.D someday and conduct my own research in wildlife across the world. I feel this experience will fuel my passion for science beyond my imagination and steer me in the right direction. I want to become a more adventurous person that explores every nook and cranny of the world. Any position in this program will help me tremendously. All the skills learned from past success stories in this program are skills I desire to acquire. I want to be out there making a difference one moment at a time. My strong enthusiasm and quick learning skills makes me the perfect candidate. I am able to adapt to any situation and communicate with others to make positive contributions. My passion for success and goal oriented demeanor pushes me to accomplish any goal I set for myself. The Mosaics in Science Internship program can benefit from having me because not only do I work hard, I enjoy learning and being an active member in whatever setting I am in. This program is an adventure I desire to journey. I wish to live my life in a joyous fashion, and the Mosaics in Science program would be the perfect

All of this is considered plant functional genomics, which is a field unto itself that