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Welcome to my blog! I’m Pinyu, and I’m a Computational Biology student at Stanford University who aspires to work in global health 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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How to Survive High School Popularity
Yup, the dreaded back to school season is here, and along with academics, popularity and making friends seems to be a universal concern among many…
How Thalidomide Caused Thousands of Birth Defects
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7 Popular YA Books – Reviewed by a Teen
Following my previous blog post, I mentioned some of my favorite books that I read this summer. However, favorites aside, I want to mention a…
9 Summer Favorites For Teenagers!
It’s July, which means school’s out and summer barbeques are in! Since summer means that I have way more time on my hands, I’ve been…
The Controversy with Fats and Weight Gain
Here’s where the controversy about fat and weight loss comes in. In the 1950s, the United States saw a disturbing rise in heart disease and…