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    The author discusses their goal of obtaining a PhD in chemical or biomedical engineering to work in research and development in the health field. They completed successful summer research at Carnegie Mellon University studying hydrogen purification through metal membranes. This experience taught them the value of persistence when results differed from expectations, as repeating experiments confirmed initial unexpected outcomes. The author now seeks to join Clarkson University's McNair Scholars summer research program to continue an engineering project for their honors thesis and further develop critical thinking, independence, and collaboration skills necessary for their future career.

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    The author discusses their goal of obtaining a PhD in chemical or biomedical engineering to work in research and development in the health field. They completed successful summer research at Carnegie Mellon University studying hydrogen purification through metal membranes. This experience taught them the value of persistence when results differed from expectations, as repeating experiments confirmed initial unexpected outcomes. The author now seeks to join Clarkson University's McNair Scholars summer research program to continue an engineering project for their honors thesis and further develop critical thinking, independence, and collaboration skills necessary for their future career.

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    The author discusses their goal of obtaining a PhD in chemical or biomedical engineering to work in research and development in the health field. They completed successful summer research at Carnegie Mellon University studying hydrogen purification through metal membranes. This experience taught them the value of persistence when results differed from expectations, as repeating experiments confirmed initial unexpected outcomes. The author now seeks to join Clarkson University's McNair Scholars summer research program to continue an engineering project for their honors thesis and further develop critical thinking, independence, and collaboration skills necessary for their future career.

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    The author discusses their goal of obtaining a PhD in chemical or biomedical engineering to work in research and development in the health field. They completed successful summer research at Carnegie Mellon University studying hydrogen purification through metal membranes. This experience taught them the value of persistence when results differed from expectations, as repeating experiments confirmed initial unexpected outcomes. The author now seeks to join Clarkson University's McNair Scholars summer research program to continue an engineering project for their honors thesis and further develop critical thinking, independence, and collaboration skills necessary for their future career.

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    Sophomore Personal Statement: McNair Scholars Summer Research Program

    [Personal details relevant to McNair requirements lead to statements theme: research goals]
    For all of my life, my parents have called me the kid with big dreams. I had big
    aspirations, like going to college, and I wasnt about to let anything get in the way. Neither of my
    parents attended college due to financial reasons. However, they always encouraged me to take
    advantage of a college education. And with their support, my big dreams and perseverance, I learned
    that college, indeed, was possible. Now my goal is to attain a PhD in either chemical or biomedical
    engineering and to work in a health field, possibly designing medical devices or researching and
    developing pharmaceuticals. No matter my position, I want to work in research and development.
    [Previous experience allows writer to demonstrate skills.]
    Last summer, at Carnegie Mellon University as part of their REU program funded by NSF, I
    worked in materials science and engineering under Professor David Sholl. Many environmental
    concerns suggest we should find alternative fuel sources. Pure hydrogen, which can be used in fuel
    cells, is one alternative fuel. My research, Computational Modeling of Hydrogen Purification
    Through Metal Membranes, studied different metal membranes that can be used to purify hydrogen;
    by studying the permeability of the alloys, I developed a model that selected certain structures that
    would best purify hydrogen. This research program was a valuable experience and allowed me to
    apply what I learned in the classroom to a real life situation.
    [Details reveal personal strengths and shows grasp of professional ethics]
    My research at Carnegie Mellon shaped my work standards. Each morning I arrived to work
    early, joyfully anticipating the days work. I was driven, motivated, and excited about my project
    and my enthusiasm reflected this. There were many times when results were different than expected,
    but during these times I learned the most about persistence and honesty. For example, previous
    research hinted at the fact that PdAg alloys would have higher solubilities and diffusivities than PdCu
    and PdRh alloys; this also means that PdAg alloys would have higher permeabilities. At first, my
    results showed otherwise; instead of leaving it at this, I repeated the experiment a few times and
    achieved the same results. I had to accept these results, and explain in my final report some error in
    my model. It would have been easy to fabricate results but this would have been unethical. Results
    are results, no matter how good or bad they may be.
    [Focuses on personal & research goals for summer program]
    By participating in Clarkson Universitys McNair Scholars Program, I hope to start on a
    project in chemical or biomedical engineering that I can continue with for my Honors Program
    thesis. Through solving difficult problems, I hope to grow as a critical, independent thinker. I also
    hope to become part of a team. No matter what career path I choose, being able to collaborate with
    others is a must. Each team member has different strengths, and a research project succeeds when all
    members skills are used.
    [Summary. Closure created with echoes of opening paragraph on perseverance]
    As C.S. Lewis once said, Experience: the most brutal of teachers. But you learn, my God,
    do you learn. Through Clarksons research experience, I hope to apply my knowledge of math and
    science, further develop my communication and teamwork skills, and work on a real life project that
    will prepare me for my future career in health science. No matter how hard it might be, Im ready for
    the challenge.

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