The study of Science has always been a part of my life. My mother is a science teacher and took it upon herself to teach a science lesson at every opportunity. She tempted me with chemical reactions and techniques before I even knew there was a word for it. This foundation created an undeniable curiosity in the natural world and an insatiable drive to know “why”; why something happened, why it worked, why it was important. After entering the chemistry program at the University of Louisville I was faced with challenging classes that peaked my interests and offered a challenge that no other class seemed to have. I found that I have a passion for organic chemistry. I can understand inorganic and enjoy biochemistry but it was my second semester …show more content…
During my second semester of teaching, I realized that I felt more comfortable and enjoyed the organized chaos in teaching a lab class. There is something inspiring about helping students come to their own answer using previously unexplored approaches to guide them. Also, during my time as a UTA, I found strengths that I had not known about, such as the ability to improvise, fielding reactions and student questions. It was necessary to react swiftly and find a way to explain the correct answer to students with different thought processes. I also found that I am not afraid to ask my own questions and admit when I do not know something. When this occurred, I sought out the senior instructor and did my own research so I would be able to answer it in the future. I have learned how to convey topics in a way my students can understand. I would like to improve my skills in scientific writing, and look forward to more opportunities to do so as a graduate …show more content…
In this class, we focused on Alzheimer 's, especially how it affected the person. I found myself especially drawn to the chemistry behind it and how the brain was altered in ways that couldn 't be examined until the autopsy. It felt personal, even though no one I knew had ever been diagnosed with Alzheimer 's. My parents were in their thirties when they had me, so the thought of them having this disease was terrifying. I began volunteering with the elderly and learning more. With those connections, I found that Alzheimer 's was a terrifying disease because not only did it result in death, it also robbed the patient of their identity. In view of this, I want to go into medicinal research with a focus on pharmaceutics synthases. In the future, I would like look at neurological diseases such as Alzheimer 's and Parkinson’s from the chemical standpoint and attempt to find preventative measures if not a cure. With this in mind, I intend to acquire my Ph.D. In organic chemistry, then move on to industrial pharmaceutical
About two years ago my closest friend passed away. As I sat at her bedside in the hospital I was shocked to see her in that stricken position. I wondered why was this happening to her?Why was she suffering needlessly? Since I was the age of 16, I have had the desire to help others. It first started with my neighbor Cheryl Conel. Cheryl was an intimately close neighbor of mine who I used to work for. As the years went by Cheryl and I became closer and our friendship strengthened considerably. She became my first strong female role model. Cheryl became very ill one day and learned that she had a Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection. This bacteria presented very suddenly and quickly caused her to lapse into a coma. I didn't understand at the time just how ill she was-- in my mind I thought she was going to recover and go home soon. I quickly learned that this bacteria is very difficult to eradicate and about a week later on December 9th 2009, Cheryl passed away. I was extremely devastated because I had just lost my mentor and my best friend. I wanted to learn mo...
I've always loved learning, especially math. Math has always come easy to me. Science also has never been challenging enough so I took Chemistry this year and I am planning to take physics next years. Chemistry is very challenging for me and I've had thoughts of dropping out of it, but I pushed myself and forced myself not to give
Ever since I was a little kid I loved the performing arts and I never thought that I would eventually fall in love with science . After an intense and challenging year of Chemistry my sophomore year, I was hesitant and nervous in signing up for my junior year science class. Toward the end of my sophomore year my chemistry teacher, Mr. Bowditch, told me he thought I would do well in Advanced Placement Environmental Science. I was in a state of disbelief because I was struggling trying to get a C in Chemistry and I was thinking how was I supposed to take AP Environmental Science class. After a conversation with my parents, they had persuaded me to sign up and we agreed if i didn't like it or it was too hard I would be able to drop the class.
Sometimes, a disease is already built into our genetic hardware and we will have to encounter it sooner or later. For example, the old lady in the film “The Notebook” has to live with Alzheimer for the last years of her life. It is no doubt that Alzheimer is a fatal disease. It ranks number six in the list of leading causes of death in the United States. Currently, there is no known method to totally cure Alzheimer, only treatment to slow down the disease’s process.
Purpose – I want to bring awareness to the fact that Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually the ability to carry out the simplest tasks.
In this day and age, it seems as though almost everyone has experience a loved one taken away form a very serious disease known as Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is unbelievably devastating for everyone affected by it. This disease is causing major economical problems such as less occupancy in the nursing homes, and hospitals due to the rising population of elderly men and women being diagnosed with it everyday. Because there is not yet a cure for this disease and the percent of the population being diagnosed keeps rapidly rising, more time and money needs to go towards Alzheimer’s research.
When I look back at my life to reach for the moments that define me, I see the look of pride on my mother’s face when I inform her of a new achievement, I smell the freshly cut grass before a major football game, and I hear the sound of my name being read off my pharmacy name tag. But it was not until I read the lines of perplexity and distress on an Alzheimer’s patient’s brow as he grasped for the name of his year-old grandchild, that I was shook with the realization that I had been taking even the smallest of my memories and experiences for granted. That humbling term at my local memory care facility became yet another defining experience for me. It powered my passion for medicine and neurology, as well as my commitment to dedicating my life
The disease called Alzheimer’s is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States (Weiner, 1987). It is estimated that the elderly population will double between now and 2030. During this period, the number of elderly will grow by an average of 2.8% annually (U.S. Census Bureau, 2001). By 2050, the number of people with Alzheimer’s is estimated to range from 11.3 million to 16 million (Alzheimer’s Association, 2005). These startling numbers should prompt an examination into one of the leading causes of death among this group of people. Understanding what Alzheimer’s is and the known causes of the disease are a good starting point. For those who have aging family members, knowing the risk factors and warning signs of Alzheimer’s can be beneficial to both the patient and his family. Finally, once the patient has been diagnosed as having Alzheimer’s, a plan for treatment as well as providing the family and caregivers with a support system can help ease those involved through a very challenging, heartbreaking time.
I have always been fascinated with science-oriented interests. I remember being young and intrigued by the complexity of the human body. As I grew, puzzles and critical thinking became essential to my learning process.
I was fascinated with the evolution of the human body and all of the functions and properties that goes into the body to make it function properly. I actually was interested in becoming a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. I was so fascinated with testing specimens and doing a bacteriological diagnostic analyses. However, as time went on I started losing interest with testing specimens and didn’t know what I wanted to do with my life. I was ‘stuck in a rut’ you could say. I didn’t know if I wanted to pursue biology or what I wanted to do with my life. When my grandmother became ill, I spent two weeks in the hospital with her, watching over her, helping the nurses take care of her. It was a hard moment for me and my family. I can’t explain it but spending the two weeks in the hospital and watching the doctors help my grandmother and making her as comfortable as possible, it made me realize what I wanted to pursue my career in Medicine.
I have always been inspired by the workings of chemistry and mathematics. My studies of these subjects have developed my understanding and have made me pursue my interest in these two topics. I want to take up chemistry as it involves a large amount of mathematics which I value and understand to be challenging, yet very enjoyable, as there is always an alternative route to obtain the answer. Additionally, I am drawn to the course because it is a mixture of all these exacting subjects, forming a degree that is very demanding and stimulating. Chemists are constantly thinking of new ways to produce viable drugs containing different isomers to improve the pharmaceutical sector using mathematical equations. Chemistry is about innovation, applying information to new areas and how to do things better than they were before, the degree appeals to and fascinates me.
My interest in Psychology began in 2012, when I had the opportunity to research on my own about the subject. After I embarked on an introductory course in Psychology to relieve the boredom of working in a call centre, I then was motivated to continue with my studies. After securing my Higher and HNC in Social Science – I continued with the HND.
High School has helped me to refine this passion to the field of biological sciences with my particular interest being molecular genetics. My peers called my "crazy" for undertaking all three science subjects in my HSC course, but for me there really was no other choice. I have excelled in biology with a trial exam mark of 97%. Within the component of advanced molecular genetics of this course my mark of 100% reflects the love and passion I feel towards this subject, and I am extremely proud to be ranked number one in a very competitive class of sixteen. While biology has been my favourite subject I have also excelled in Physics and Chemistry ranking first and second in these su...
I have always been intrigued by the field of science and that is the reason I pursued the field of Biochemistry for my undergraduate studies. How The Human body works and the different determinants that can affect one's health or a community as a whole have always been captivating to me. I wanted to emerge in a profession that is beneficial for me, my community, and the world I live in. I came to realize through various science courses and health care experiences that a career in health care was the best path for me to outreach my community and the world.
Throughout my school career I have always loved chemistry. In Chemistry there was always a sense that there was more, there was always something new and exciting to be discovered and theories to be proven (or even disproven). Chemistry was the main subject with a real practical aspect to it during school and it is this, along with my genuine fascination with the subject, which fuels my desire to study it further.