jayb
Jul 20, 2009
Graduate / Masters Statement in life science [5]
Hi i saw you offered great advice to many others...could you please help me with mine? Thank You in advance!
The complexity of the human body has always intrigued me. The way in which the body's own mechanisms and other organisms can cause such severe disease constantly captivates my interest to our vulnerability. Studying Biomedical Science has broadened my knowledge in various aspects of science, in particular the pathology of diseases and the different methods used to treat and diagnose such diseases. Cancer has always been a touching point throughout my degree, but was taught in depth during my final year in Medical Biochemistry and the Immunology modules. This is where I learnt what a crucial role the research and findings of biological therapy plays in the treatment of cancer.
The immunology module required me to undertake in-depth research of cytokines, particularly Interleukin-6 and Interleukin-2 (IL-2) and present this to a mix of Undergraduate and Masters Students. My interest of biological therapy stems from this research, where I discovered cytokines are apart of a group known as biological response modifiers (BRMs), which are used to stimulate the activity and growth of the immune system to destroy cancer cells. IL -2 is an example that is use to treat metastatic kidney cancer and melanoma. Further research is being undertaken, to extend this treatment to other forms of cancer such as leukaemia and lymphoma. New BRMs are continually being discovered and the way in which they function still being researched.
Although research has enabled us to understand cancer to some extent and ways in which to slow progression has been discovered, there is yet a great deal to learn to reduce the loss of life. I believe understanding the disease and our own immune system will lead us to a cure. Therefore studying cancer therapeutics at <UNI> will give me the knowledge and insight required for drug development and treatment.
Throughout my degree I have become skilled at a number of different laboratory techniques. My final year research project, 'The study of Leptospirosis in U.K rodents and the risk it exposes during the 2012 Olympics in London' allowed me to improve my laboratory techniques and my research skills. This involved extracting DNA from over 90 rodent kidneys and then identifying the presence of Leptospira using both conventional PCR and real time PCR and then identifying the strain using species specific PCR. The project was delayed a number of times due to equipment fault such as incomplete processing during DNA extraction using the Qiagen Robot. To overcome this, the last process was identified, using the robot instruction booklet and the subsequent steps carried out manually. This has improved both my problem solving skills, aseptic technique as well as accuracy. Studying Cancer Therapeutics at <UNI> will give me the opportunity to further improve my research skills and laboratory practice.
Working at <NAMED> hospital as a <TITLE> Assistant has enabled me to learn to prioritise my workload and meet deadlines, as inappropriate treatment or delays can lead to severe complications if patient notes are not to hand. As part of a large team and my own initiative we provide a service to patients meeting a high standard of care. As a till supervisor in my previous employment I dealt with a lot of issues from both customers and staff and am custom to working under pressure and thinking on my feet.
Staying healthy is an essential part of my lifestyle; I play badminton regularly which keeps me both physically and mentally fit. I enjoy organising events for charities to raise both awareness and money for good causes such as Marie Curie cancer care. Being apart of the Institute of Biomedical Science I well informed of current scientific issues through the monthly journals.
Cancer therapeutics is a field that is ever changing and advancing with new methodology in treatment and prevention being discovered continually. A career in Cancer therapeutics is a great challenge, but I am highly motivated and passionate about the field, and dedicated to applying myself to cancer research. Studying this degree will allow me to further my knowledge in cancer and be apart of innovative research and treatment in the future.
Hi i saw you offered great advice to many others...could you please help me with mine? Thank You in advance!
The complexity of the human body has always intrigued me. The way in which the body's own mechanisms and other organisms can cause such severe disease constantly captivates my interest to our vulnerability. Studying Biomedical Science has broadened my knowledge in various aspects of science, in particular the pathology of diseases and the different methods used to treat and diagnose such diseases. Cancer has always been a touching point throughout my degree, but was taught in depth during my final year in Medical Biochemistry and the Immunology modules. This is where I learnt what a crucial role the research and findings of biological therapy plays in the treatment of cancer.
The immunology module required me to undertake in-depth research of cytokines, particularly Interleukin-6 and Interleukin-2 (IL-2) and present this to a mix of Undergraduate and Masters Students. My interest of biological therapy stems from this research, where I discovered cytokines are apart of a group known as biological response modifiers (BRMs), which are used to stimulate the activity and growth of the immune system to destroy cancer cells. IL -2 is an example that is use to treat metastatic kidney cancer and melanoma. Further research is being undertaken, to extend this treatment to other forms of cancer such as leukaemia and lymphoma. New BRMs are continually being discovered and the way in which they function still being researched.
Although research has enabled us to understand cancer to some extent and ways in which to slow progression has been discovered, there is yet a great deal to learn to reduce the loss of life. I believe understanding the disease and our own immune system will lead us to a cure. Therefore studying cancer therapeutics at <UNI> will give me the knowledge and insight required for drug development and treatment.
Throughout my degree I have become skilled at a number of different laboratory techniques. My final year research project, 'The study of Leptospirosis in U.K rodents and the risk it exposes during the 2012 Olympics in London' allowed me to improve my laboratory techniques and my research skills. This involved extracting DNA from over 90 rodent kidneys and then identifying the presence of Leptospira using both conventional PCR and real time PCR and then identifying the strain using species specific PCR. The project was delayed a number of times due to equipment fault such as incomplete processing during DNA extraction using the Qiagen Robot. To overcome this, the last process was identified, using the robot instruction booklet and the subsequent steps carried out manually. This has improved both my problem solving skills, aseptic technique as well as accuracy. Studying Cancer Therapeutics at <UNI> will give me the opportunity to further improve my research skills and laboratory practice.
Working at <NAMED> hospital as a <TITLE> Assistant has enabled me to learn to prioritise my workload and meet deadlines, as inappropriate treatment or delays can lead to severe complications if patient notes are not to hand. As part of a large team and my own initiative we provide a service to patients meeting a high standard of care. As a till supervisor in my previous employment I dealt with a lot of issues from both customers and staff and am custom to working under pressure and thinking on my feet.
Staying healthy is an essential part of my lifestyle; I play badminton regularly which keeps me both physically and mentally fit. I enjoy organising events for charities to raise both awareness and money for good causes such as Marie Curie cancer care. Being apart of the Institute of Biomedical Science I well informed of current scientific issues through the monthly journals.
Cancer therapeutics is a field that is ever changing and advancing with new methodology in treatment and prevention being discovered continually. A career in Cancer therapeutics is a great challenge, but I am highly motivated and passionate about the field, and dedicated to applying myself to cancer research. Studying this degree will allow me to further my knowledge in cancer and be apart of innovative research and treatment in the future.