Transcript of The Catalyst March 2015 Issue
- 1. Student Science Journal - Journal tudiant scientifique
Science Jobs 5 careers you should consider Food Science Make your
own bread Crossword, Science Trivia and much more March/Mars 2015
Volume 5: Issue 4 bola Un virus invincible? Concours de rdaction
Une exprience qui change la vie La science: Writing Contest A
life-changing Experience Science:
- 2. THE TEAM// LQUIPEMarch Contents/Contenu de mars
- 3. LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF LETTRE DU
RDACTEUR-EN-CHEF
- 4. SCIENCE JOBS:
- 5. MICROBIOTA: A PROTECTIVE BARRIER AGAINST ALLERGIES I LE
MICROBIOME: UNE BARRIRE PROTECTIVE CONTRE LES ALLERGIES T
- 6. WHY NOT LABEL GMO ?
- 7. SMALL HOLES MAKING A BIG DIFFERENCE A STORY OF
NANOPORES
- 8. TRIVIA OF THE MONTHSCIENCE COMICS:
- 9. RESEARCH CHANGES THE RESEARCHER Were used to going to
classes And learning from a professor; We study well established
facts, The memorizing can be quite the stressor. But Ive had the
chance to be exposed To a different form of learning; One that
keeps me on my toes And to the lab frequently returning. Research,
its a wondrous tool To discover, expand and build; But never did I
expect that it Would enhance so many of my skills! Currently I am
working with S. ureae To optimize its urease activity; Urease
converts urea to ammonia And I aim to increase its productivity. In
the literature it remains unclear What method of transport is put
into action When moving urea and ammonia in and out of the cell;
First determining this would bring me satisfaction. Next is to
identify putative transporters of ammonia and urea And their
respective regulatory genes as well; I can then attempt to
upregulate the transporters work To create the ultimate ammonia
producing cell. Now this may seem theoretical and detailed With
little relevance or benefit to me, But I have found multifaceted
value in my research And by the end of this article, I hope youll
agree. In my mind, research defies the conventional In how were
accustomed to gaining information; You are venturing where no one
else has before Which can bring both rewards and frustration. This
sense of exploring the unknown And reaching beyond the current
scope of knowledge Has fostered my independence and critical
thinking; Something you cant learn just from books in university or
college. With seemingly endless questions to be answered And lots
of dead-ends unfortunately met, This research has truly taught me
the value of perseverance, Not just how to use cool things like
pipettes. I can expand my ideas in any which way, Hypothesize a
Plan A, B and C; Ive opened my eyes to the innovation necessary in
science And realized that creativity is actually key. I find myself
using diverse resources To engage myself in self-directed learning;
I seek to understand material though theres no exam; Its the
scientific growth for which Im yearning. By conducting research in
geomicrobiology I can apply theory from lectures to the lab
setting, And from lab to classroomI now have a broader perspective
With deeper comprehension and much less forgetting! My project is
uniquely interdisciplinary At the crossroad of biology, geobiochem
and civil engineering; Increased ammonia production in S. ureae
increases its calcite production Which can have useful applications
with continued persevering. The final goal is to use optimized S.
ureae To revolutionize eco-friendly construction With potential
elimination of toxic, chemical grouts By instead using materials
from bio-solidification production. Ive always been environmentally
conscious, But this project has further enlightened me About all
the potential that still remains To advance as an eco-friendly
society. In this way, I feel naturally driven By this potential to
uniquely impactothers around me; My passion for science has been
further fueled It is with heightened interest that I shall complete
my degree. Yet, research has benefitted me beyond academics; It has
shaped my character so Im more prepared; In the face of adversity
and new challenges, I will stand braver, wiser and less
scared.
- 10. Ive even learned some valuable lessons That I will carry
with me throughout life About conflict resolution, networking and
communication And remaining positive in times of strife. As a
young, growing professional, The trial and error of research
investigation Has set me up to be a more resilient worker And to
perceive scientific findings with greater appreciation. Committing
to a research project Is an intellectual investment yet an
emotional one too I used to think it was just another form of
schoolwork But hands-on experience has changed my point of view. I
now see research as a growing process; You first select a seed of
an idea Then you nurture it to mature with branches of
possibilities And maybe even determine how to upregulate those
transporters of urea. But like anything in life, Ive realized that
what you put in governs what you get out; To obtain a fruitful
piece of work It takes time and sacrifice, without a doubt They say
observations can change an observer; Well I say research can change
a researcher in the same way; Research is a step towards life-long
learning As it continues to constructively challenge me each and
every day. All these benefits have changed me for the better As I
proceed through this scientific journey that Ive shared with you;
In sum, this research has greatly impacted my life And hopefully
will even touch the lives of others too. EBOLA: UN VIRUS INVINCIBLE
?
- 11. PHYSICIAN ASSISTED DEATH-LEGAL: RIGHT TO LIFE, LIBERTY AND
SECURITY OF THE PERSON RESTORED TO ALL?
- 12. THREE-PARENT BABIES
- 13. REMPLACER LES FRQUENTATIONS EN LIGNE AVEC LES TUDES GRADUES
LUNIVERSIT DOTTAWA LT REPLACING ONLINE DATING WITH GRADUATE
RESEARCH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA
- 14. SCIENCE COMICS
- 15. TELEPORTATION: WILL IT EVER BE POSSIBLE? CATALYST
CROSSWORD
- 16. DYSLEXIA : THE HIDDEN TALENTS OF DYSLEXIC PEOPLE
- 17. MAGMIMO