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Welcome to my blog! I’m Pinyu, and I’m a Computational Biology student at Stanford University who aspires to be a biomedical scientist one day. On my blog, I hope to share my journey throughout college and explore the world of science, so be sure to look out for posts about school tips and advice, science news, and more!
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Animal Experimentation in Research – Ethical or Not?
More than 115 million animals are used in laboratory research a year, and many of these animals are subjected to horrible cruelty such as toxicity testing, genetic manipulation, harsh behavioral experiments, and more. However, without…
Meat Glue Is Safe For You, Here’s Why
The food industry has often been under scrutiny for deceptive practices, and this time, it’s about meat glue. Many are questioning how safe it is, partly because the word “meat glue” doesn’t really associate with…
History of Racism in Medical Research
Thousands of protesters line the streets of cities around the United States, demanding equality and the end of police brutality for African-Americans. When we think of the Black Lives Matter movement, many of us may…
Donating Organs for Money: Ethical or Not?
Currently, there are around 114,000 people on the waiting list for an organ transplant in the United States alone, and everyday, 20 people die due to the lack of available organs for transplant. This is…
From Food to Humans: Is Genetic Engineering Safe?
With a new age of technology, many controversies surround the issues of high-tech science that have a direct impact on our lives. An example of this includes GMOs, or Genetically Modified Organisms. As you may…