This proposal presents a research project for a 2-month stay at the University of Rostock (Germany) as part of my doctoral studies. As a PhD student in Ecology at the University of Malaga, where I have developed my scientific background for the last three years, there are several reasons why I think I am an eligible candidate for this research grant. The topics and techniques that would be covered in the proposed research stay perfectly suit to my background, experience and research interests. As Environmental Scientist I am used to think under a holistic approach and work in multidisciplinary teams, including at International level. My postgraduate training on Advanced Biotechnology enables me to understand and keep on learning about the …show more content…
The results obtained in my thesis so far revealed that the red macroalgae Bostrychia scorpioides (Hudson) and Catenella caespitosa (Withering) from Palmones estuary (South Spain) have distinct capacities for acquiring nutrients and light, which partially explains their spatial segregation in the intertidal zone. However, the physiological responses of these two species to salinity, desiccation and ultraviolet radiation (UV), which still remain unknown, would be studied during the research stay project in Germany. This research goal perfectly suits the expertise of the Applied Ecology and Phycology research group at the University of Rostock. During the research stay we plan to conduct several salinity experiments on Spanish specimens of both red seaweeds for the measurement of photosynthetic responses and the quantitative and qualitative determination of organic osmolytes and sunscreen compounds (MAAs). These methods might afterwards be implemented in my home laboratory to keep on researching in this field to develop future studies and collaborations. Since I would like to pursue a research career abroad in the future I think that knowing more about the German academic system and their research activities leaves a door open to future collaborations. I strongly believe that the research stay would enrich my experience as a young researcher and would help me growth as a person, through the experience of living abroad and getting to know the German people and
Read "Lab 3: Biodiversity." This lab will allow you to investigate how various organisms alter their environments. Additionally, it will allow you to assess the health of ecosystems based upon their biodiversity. Then, you will utilize this information and your eScience lab kit to complete Demonstration 1 and Experiment 1 on the Week Three Lab Reporting Form. Make sure to complete all of the following items before submission:
Definition: Money granted by the federal government that a local authority can allocate to a wide range of services.
“Experiences that radically transformed the way he [St. Ignatius Loyola] perceived the world and his purpose,” this quote from the first paragraph of the Manresa Program description spoke to me-- as I’m sure it does with countless others-- because it's the main reason I chose Fordham University as my college. I want challenges and I want my worldview to change for the better; furthermore, I know that the only way I can achieve either of those goals is through education, and fully immersing myself in the best educational programs available to me. Fordham, for me, is when I finally get to see my potential and what I am capable of achieving, and while I have no doubt the program will require a great
All in all, Rutgers University is a name that does not need any introductions. Soaring high as one of the greatest high learning institutions not just in the United States, but also the World, I am sure I have made the right choice in picking Rutgers University over other institutions in the United States.
Excellence motivates me to achieve, regardless of hardships and obstructions in my path. I put in effort and hard work to maintain a healthy balance with school, work, and extracurricular activities, so that I can continue to achieve. I have visited Rutgers University several times last year and each time lowered me in more and more. My first visit was to the Rutgers Camden Campus for Open House event. The information received sparked a curiosity inside of me to check out what the other campuses had to offer me. After doing much-needed research on what I really wanted to do with my life and career goals I began to have my eyes set on Rutgers University Newark Campus. I then made sure that I had to make it to the next upcoming Fall Open House to experience this wonderful campus for myself.
Back when I was a senior in high school, I applied to Rutgers but decided to go to my local community college, Camden County College, due to financial issue and not wanting to put the burden of my education on my parents’ shoulders. I also felt that I was not prepared to take on a university and that going to community college would help me get a feel for what college would be like. Two years later, after working diligently, I am about to graduate with an Associates degree in Computer Science and the feeling that I am prepared to take on public university. While I am truly grateful for my current college, I felt that I was not too enriched in computer science. However, I want to continue my education at Rutgers to get more extensive and thorough study in computer science to achieve my goal. I hope to continue my education at Rutgers University to fulfill my goal of becoming a competent and knowledgeable software engineer.
The Federal Pell Grant program has continued to support college students with financial needs for over 40 years. Starting in 1972 as the Basic Educational Opportunity Grant, the program was later renamed after Senator Claiborne Pell, whose goal was to provide economically disadvantaged students with the opportunity to pursue higher education beyond secondary schooling. Even though the program is more geared toward increasing the number of college graduates seeking a bachelor's degree, being successful at the community college level can greatly benefit post-secondary students. Some of the advantages of an associate’s degree include higher pay than a high school diploma or GED certificate, relatively quick acquisition of higher education
Recently, my appeal for more financial aid has been rejected. While this is a disappointment, I would like to further explain my situation as to why I am asking for more financial help. While I first started the college process, I was engaged and eager to finally step out of my comfort zone. After researching Ithaca for the past years and visiting during accepted students day, I knew that Ithaca College was the best fit for me. The idea of living there on my own for the next four years seemed like a great opportunity to develop my independence and to gain new experiences. Unfortunately, the opportunity of attending Ithaca isn’t as simple as I want it to be. As a first generation student, I am the first out of my family to attend college. Throughout
Low-income families that currently reside in Fresno face an epidemic which is finding safe affordable housing. The evidence to support the need for this problem is that 51 % of people live below the poverty level.The population that this grant would benefit the most are low-income families and individuals that are living in the city of Fresno. Section 8 housing is a government funded program that aims to help low-income families find affordable housing. The process of applying for section 8 vouchers starts with getting in contact with the local Housing and Urban Development department (HUD). For our specific grant we will be providing vouchers that are tenant-based for our target population. Tenant-based housing vouchers are
“Congratulations, you have been accepted to Rutgers University-New Brunswick.” These words were, to me, the words of accomplishment and pride. However, these were not the only words Rutgers University wrote to me. In the Fall of 2015, I was an incoming senior at Hunterdon Central Regional High School. Excited about the years ahead, I applied to many schools throughout the United States. I applied to two schools in Alabama, two schools in Indiana, two schools in New York, and only one in New Jersey-Rutgers. My initial goal was to be my own person and go to a University that no one in my family had attended. In fact, my goal was to attend Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. This was a dream because my closest grandfather had planned to go there to study engineering. Being a bright student, he was accepted with a scholarship. Getting ready to leave to form a new beginning and only a few days before graduation, his father passed away. Unable to go from New Jersey to Indiana knowing that his family needed him, he decided to stay home and run the family tile business. Years later when my twin brother and I were born, he was God’s blessing to us. Growing up without a father, he stepped in to fill the gap. As
Pfeiffer University may have been established in 1885, but they are now a globally engaged educational institution that offers distinctly private undergraduate and graduate experiences. Pfeiffer University is a modest liberal arts college located in an average, small town. The university maintains historical ties with the United Methodist church, but they also offer innovative and engaging academic programs. Pfeiffer University has campuses in Misenheimer, which offers
This scientific study is relevant to today’s issues in biology/society due to the constant progression of civilization. As time moves forward there is always something, whether it is an environmental factor or a societal one, that affects the progression of the human race. Humans are either braving impacts brought on by each other, or issues concerning their lifestyle. For example, climate change is a pressing matter due to the increasing temperature of the atmosphere. Eventually this could effect life as we know it by forcing populations to migrate to a cooler environment. This is similar to the reefs and their adaptation to seascape factors due to the fact that individuals acclimate to circumstances affecting them. The species present in
Five years ago I had to flee Syria to save my life, I had to leave my university as well. As a new immigrant, few things can be challenging. However, soon I was able to go back to school. I was advised to take some classes at a community college to get a good start toward my bachelor’s degree. Yet, the financial side came in the way. “Give up” is a word that doesn’t exist in my dictionary, so I went ahead and worked hard to establish myself financially. I stopped school for a little bit and was able to prove my success in the business world. Today, I stand tall and ready to go back to school and obtain my four-year degree. More ready than ever for a shiny future.
Marine ecosystems are very important in to the overall health of both marine and terrestrial environments. According to the World Resources Centre, coastal habitats alone account for approximately 1/3 of all marine biological productivity, and estuarine ecosystems (i.e., salt marshes, sea grasses, mangrove forests) are among the most
Our research paper talks about the importance of abiotic and biotic factors that affects organisms that are considered in Natural Resource Production decisions. It also talks about the elements of abiotic factors and how abiotic and biotic factors are related and beneficial to each other. Each person needing to make these decisions can find important necessary data in many different places. Data is collected all the time; we just need to learn how to access it.