Science Competencies
COMPETENCY
EVIDENCE
1. Apply quantitative reasoning and mathematics to explain and relate theory in the natural world.
Coursework:
– Algebra II H, Pre-Calculus H, AP Calculus AB
Research:
– At the Stanford REACH lab, I use my knowledge to analyze quantitative data to evaluate the impact and outcomes of substance use among adolescents.
– During my independent research on preventing hyperglycemia-induced growth impairment in children with type 1 diabetes, I performed statistical analysis on the body growth of Bombyx mori (silkworms) to assess the effect of the probiotic B. infantis with variations in diet. Using mathematical reasoning, I determined the data type and research question to calculate the test statistic to find interactions among corresponding variables under the relevant probability to find the p-value.
2. Explain and demonstrate an understanding of how scientific information is discovered and validated.
Coursework:
– Emerging Infectious Disease, Biology H, Chemistry H, Physics H, AP Chemistry
Service:
– While doing outreach activities with Stanford Asian Liver Center and Team HBV San Jose, I reached out to individuals in high-risk communities to explain the scientific process behind the cause of HBV and how the virus spreads.
Research:
– During my independent research, it helped me understand the principles of the endocrine system and the relationship between nutrient metabolism dysregulation and the imbalance of growth hormone in young children with type 1 diabetes.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of chemistry and how the function of human respond to changes.
Coursework:
– Biology H, Chemistry H, Physics H, AP Chemistry
Service:
– When I represent the Stanford REACH Youth Action Board at a speaking engagement with the Redwood City Police Activities League (PAL), I will explain how metals like iron, copper, and zinc in cigarette smoke can impair cognitive functions and affect cognitive development in adolescents.