This week consisted of extensive research on the different applications of DNA to immunoassays. In general, the five main types of immunoassays and how they are used and why they are used was researched. In addition, DNA analysis research was completed by adding different terms used in crime laboratories and how the various advances in DNA technology affected DNA analysis. In the end, I compiled all my research into a single document for referencing back to when I began creating the forensic’s case report and for easy access.
In addition, I had a mentor visit this week as well. First, we discussed the Final Product. I asked my mentor about DNA and forensic terms I did not know. He provided me with a biochemistry book as well. Next, we walked around UT Southwestern Medical center and observed the different lab groups. For example, we went to a lab group that was injecting human tumors into live mice, which I found very intriguing. In addition, he showed me the instruments and machines biochemists use on a day to day basis. Next week, I plan to begin composing my Final Product (sketches and case report). In addition, my mentor and I will be visiting a forensics laboratory so I can get hands-on experience with my Final Product.
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This week I began the intense process of research for my Final Product criminal investigation report. I began with a healthy refresher of forensic biological chemistry and reviewed the basic process of DNA transcription and translation to help me understand the idea behind forensic research and investigations. Next, I analyzed a variety of articles that introduced the topic of DNA extraction and amplification. In addition, I found information over how DNA databases are created in different countries and how forensic investigators carry out criminal investigations and research. As a result, I came across many different techniques and types of forensic investigators that I could incorporate in my report.
My next steps will consist of compiling this information into a research folder. In addition, I will begin researching immunoassays and their importance to DNA research while also researching serology and its use on DNA. Likewise, I will keep an eye out for any specific crime scenes that I would like to base my sketches and criminal investigation research over. Next week, I plan to also further analyze DNA and its application to forensic biochemistry. In addition, I plan to also meet with my mentor to review my research so far and observe the daily routine of biochemists in a university laboratory. Due to spring break, this week was very relaxed and laid-back. It consisted of researching for Final Product. By following the Final Product Calendar, I began with a quick overview of forensic biochemistry. I found a wide variety of biomarkers and research journals that I could use in further research areas. Then, the next step consisted of creating a folder for all documents relating to my Final Product. Afterward, I began analyzing immunoassays such as the different type of immunoassays and different techniques. As a result, I came across different types of assays such as ELISA, a test that detects and measures antibodies in your blood.
Next week, I plan to further analyze immunoassays and their application to forensic biochemistry. In addition, I plan to also meet with my mentor to review immunoassays and observe the daily routine of biochemists in a university laboratory. Likewise, next week I hope to also begin researching DNA/RNA analysis and their specific subsections such as extraction, amplification, detection, and interpretation. In addition, since spring break has ended, I must get back into my school routine by staying focused and completing all tasks before their assigned due dates while also preparing for AP testing. |
AuthorWritten by Khushi Borikar Archives
April 2019
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