jayb
Jul 22, 2009
Graduate / Masters Statement in life science [5]
My new purpose of staement please see if this is better thank you in advance!
The molecular biology of cancer is vital to appreciate and further understand the methods of prevention and treatment. Biomedical Science has further enhanced 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 backbone throughout my degree. During my final year in Medical Biochemistry and the Immunology modules, I learnt what a crucial role the research and findings of biological therapy plays in the treatment of cancer.
My interest of biological therapy stems from a research project in cytokines, where I discovered they were apart of a group known as biological response modifiers (BRMs). Interleukin-2 is an example that illustrates the effective treatment of metastatic kidney cancer and melanoma. New BRMs are continually being discovered and the way in which they function still being researched. A recent revelation in treatment has been endorsed by Boots the chemist where a vaccination against cervical cancer is now offered without a prescription. The vaccination is already available to school age girls on the NHS.
Although research has enabled us to understand cancer to some extent and ways 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 better prevention technique. Having the opportunity to study cancer therapeutics will enable me to further my knowledge in this area.
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 rodent kidneys and then identifying the presence of Leptospira and the species using different methods of PCR. Due to equipment fault such as incomplete processing during DNA extraction using the Qiagen Robot, the project was delayed. To overcome this, subsequent steps in the process were carried out manually following the robot manual. This has improved both my problem solving skills and aseptic techniques. I excelled at the laboratory and research aspect of my project and would like to further improve my research skills and laboratory practice in regards to cancer.
Working at <NAMED> hospital as a <TITLE> Assistant has enabled me to put in practice the skills I gained throughout my degree. I prioritise my workload and work efficiently to meet deadlines to ensure treatment and investigations are not delayed. As part of a large team and my own initiative we provide a service to patients meeting a high standard of care. As an employee of <NAMED> NHS, I have access to Cliniweb, a database which contains the hospitals guidance on infection control and other clinical properties. A recent guidance outlines the management and treatment of Clostridium difficile.
Being part of the Institute of Biomedical Science I am well informed of current scientific issues through the monthly gazettes and quarterly journals. A recent paper has shown that reactive oxygen species modifies human serum albumin causing it to become immunogenic, leading to lung cancer. As well as reading scientific journals I benefit from reading political reviews and their views on scientific matters. I enjoy both organising and taking part in charity events to raise both awareness and money for good causes such as Marie Curie cancer care.
A career in cancer therapeutics is a great opportunity for me to hone onto my skills and abilities. I am highly motivated and a dedicated individual with a passion in this area. This degree will provide me with the complete knowledge to further myself in innovative research.
My new purpose of staement please see if this is better thank you in advance!
The molecular biology of cancer is vital to appreciate and further understand the methods of prevention and treatment. Biomedical Science has further enhanced 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 backbone throughout my degree. During my final year in Medical Biochemistry and the Immunology modules, I learnt what a crucial role the research and findings of biological therapy plays in the treatment of cancer.
My interest of biological therapy stems from a research project in cytokines, where I discovered they were apart of a group known as biological response modifiers (BRMs). Interleukin-2 is an example that illustrates the effective treatment of metastatic kidney cancer and melanoma. New BRMs are continually being discovered and the way in which they function still being researched. A recent revelation in treatment has been endorsed by Boots the chemist where a vaccination against cervical cancer is now offered without a prescription. The vaccination is already available to school age girls on the NHS.
Although research has enabled us to understand cancer to some extent and ways 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 better prevention technique. Having the opportunity to study cancer therapeutics will enable me to further my knowledge in this area.
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 rodent kidneys and then identifying the presence of Leptospira and the species using different methods of PCR. Due to equipment fault such as incomplete processing during DNA extraction using the Qiagen Robot, the project was delayed. To overcome this, subsequent steps in the process were carried out manually following the robot manual. This has improved both my problem solving skills and aseptic techniques. I excelled at the laboratory and research aspect of my project and would like to further improve my research skills and laboratory practice in regards to cancer.
Working at <NAMED> hospital as a <TITLE> Assistant has enabled me to put in practice the skills I gained throughout my degree. I prioritise my workload and work efficiently to meet deadlines to ensure treatment and investigations are not delayed. As part of a large team and my own initiative we provide a service to patients meeting a high standard of care. As an employee of <NAMED> NHS, I have access to Cliniweb, a database which contains the hospitals guidance on infection control and other clinical properties. A recent guidance outlines the management and treatment of Clostridium difficile.
Being part of the Institute of Biomedical Science I am well informed of current scientific issues through the monthly gazettes and quarterly journals. A recent paper has shown that reactive oxygen species modifies human serum albumin causing it to become immunogenic, leading to lung cancer. As well as reading scientific journals I benefit from reading political reviews and their views on scientific matters. I enjoy both organising and taking part in charity events to raise both awareness and money for good causes such as Marie Curie cancer care.
A career in cancer therapeutics is a great opportunity for me to hone onto my skills and abilities. I am highly motivated and a dedicated individual with a passion in this area. This degree will provide me with the complete knowledge to further myself in innovative research.