My Experience With Multiple Sclerosis

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When I participated in a summer research project in 2016 funded by National Science Foundation, it was an eye-opening experience since I observed the research environment for the first time. The subject of the project was Multiple Sclerosis that is an autoimmune disease, in which antibodies attack the brain’s myelin sheath of the neurons, leading to paralysis or numbness. I took part in testing a safer, less painful inducing reagent of Multiple Sclerosis for mice subjects. In there, I worked with mice and trained to how to treat them. At the end, I made the poster for a small symposium held in the school at the end of the 10-week research project and presented the poster to the audiences. In summary, the experience I had in the previous summer research lab was fruitful in that I experienced hands-on …show more content…

It was a biology lab, in which knowledgeable mentors helped me to understand the subject and purpose of the experiment while letting me observe the process of research. In this summer, I want to, once again, experience such intellectually provocative environment. Furthermore, I desire to adventure the different academic environments of varying schools, in which this research program perfectly fits the description.
In a long-term goal, this research would be helpful to me since it would introduce me the knowledge of the biological and chemistry field, hands-on research experience. Moreover, I could not ignore this opportunity that will boost my experience and resume--a stepping stone for my ultimate career and life goal. In addition, the stipend will help me as a self-supporting student to continue my education since I do not expect financial support from family. After all, I have a plan for a Ph.D. degree after gaining some working experience and enough financial security for the master’s degree. With

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