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Computer science lies at the intersection of arts and sciences, requiring reasoning, deduction, and creativity. Ada Lovelace's ideas inspire symbiosis between humans and computers. In medicine, a lack of healthcare in the home country fuels a passion for understanding the human body and addressing healthcare gaps through a career in medicine."
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Computer science lies at the intersection of the arts and the sciences. It requires reasoning, deduction and mathematics but also creativity. After reading Walter Isaacson's 'The Innovators' I was fascinated by Ada Lovelace's ideas of a human-computer symbiosis and the combining faculty.
Computer science lies at the intersection of the arts and the sciences. It requires reasoning, deduction and mathematics but also creativity. After reading Walter Isaacson's 'The Innovators' I was fascinated by Ada Lovelace's ideas of a human-computer symbiosis and the combining faculty. In her notes on the analytical engine she declared that computers had 'no pretentions to originate anything', and had envisioned humans as the creative and imaginative partners of these machines.
Computer science lies at the intersection of the arts and the sciences. It requires reasoning, deduction and mathematics but also creativity. After reading Walter Isaacson's 'The Innovators' I was fascinated by Ada Lovelace's ideas of a human-computer symbiosis and the combining faculty. In her notes on the analytical engine she declared that computers had 'no pretentions to originate anything', and had envisioned humans as the creative and imaginative partners of these machines. Although other computer science pioneers such as Alan Turing argued that machines could 'learn' and thereby originate their own thoughts, some of the greatest innovations of our time, like IBM's cognitive system 'Watson', marry human talent with artificial intelligence so that machines and humans can advance together inciting a sort of coevolution. This has inspired and cemented my wish to study computer science in order to be a part of its future to help progress and innovate the human-computer symbiosis further.
My passion for medicine is derived from the lack of healthcare in my home country. In my home country diseases are prevalent and there aren't enough doctors to take care of all the patients. My fascination for the biological and chemical workings of the human body, coupled with the situation in my home country, led me to want to pursue a career in medicine.
My passion for medicine is derived from the lack of healthcare in my home country. In my home country diseases are prevalent and there aren't enough doctors to take care of all the patients. My fascination for the biological and chemical workings of the human body, coupled with the situation in my home country, led me to want to pursue a career in medicine. My interest was strongly captivated when I read the book 'The Man Who Mistook His Wife For a Hat' which discussed neurological cases, specifically regarding forms of agnosia. My favourite part in the book regards a musician's inability to differentiate his wife from a hat because the man had visual agnosia, a disorder which lacks understanding in the scientific community. The prospect of studying that which is on the borders of our understanding of the human mind really excites me.
My passion for medicine is derived from the lack of healthcare in my home country. In my home country diseases are prevalent and there aren't enough doctors to take care of all the patients. My fascination for the biological and chemical workings of the human body, coupled with the situation in my home country, led me to want to pursue a career in medicine. My interest was strongly captivated when I read the book 'The Man Who Mistook His Wife For a Hat' which discussed neurological cases, specifically regarding forms of agnosia. My favourite part in the book regards a musician's inability to differentiate his wife from a hat because the man had visual agnosia, a disorder which lacks understanding in the scientific community. The prospect of studying that which is on the borders of our understanding of the human mind really excites me. Additionally, I have attended many lectures at UCL about things such as the atmosphere and the negative impacts of global warming, such as the increased risk of heart disease and stroke, or a greatly increased chance of developing lung cancer. Looking at the impact that broader trends will have on medicine was of great interest to me.
The interconnectivity of computer science and mathematics has always interested me. Mathematics taught me the value of approaching computational problems scientifically, enabling me to engage in problems methodologically and understand theoretical topics with greater depth.
The interconnectivity of computer science and mathematics has always interested me. Mathematics taught me the value of approaching computational problems scientifically, enabling me to engage in problems methodologically and understand theoretical topics with greater depth. For example, while I was programming various encryption and decryption ciphers in python I learnt some of the discrete mathematics and algorithms behind how the various in-built functions and ciphers worked, giving me a deeper understanding of how the program ran and why errors may occur.
The interconnectivity of computer science and mathematics has always interested me. Mathematics taught me the value of approaching computational problems scientifically, enabling me to engage in problems methodologically and understand theoretical topics with greater depth. For example, while I was programming various encryption and decryption ciphers in python I learnt some of the discrete mathematics and algorithms behind how the various in-built functions and ciphers worked, giving me a deeper understanding of how the program ran and why errors may occur. This allowed my program to be more coherent. Studying decision math modules in A-level Mathematics and Further Mathematics has felt like a natural continuation of this. However, the algorithmic and logic based thinking in these modules have made me reflect on where the boundaries of computation lie. After reading a lecture on the limitations of computation and logic by Amr Sabry from Indiana University, by using G del's incompleteness theory, I found myself questioning whether it was actually possible for pure artificial intelligence to be achieved by computers, that are primarily logic based machines.
My interest in the chemical and biological processes of the body has been increased by studying my A levels. I have also taken part in a Medicine and Dentistry course on CPR, stitching wounds and also checking blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer, which highlights the importance of biology in the treatment of patients in medicine.
My interest in the chemical and biological processes of the body has been increased by studying my A levels. I have also taken part in a Medicine and Dentistry course on CPR, stitching wounds and also checking blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer, which highlights the importance of biology in the treatment of patients in medicine. As well as this, I have attended another UCL lecture about atmospheric pressures in different areas which can influence or regulate the flow of blood in the body , by increasing or decreasing the red blood cell count which is useful to medicine since it links with headaches and nausea ,which are common day-to-day occurrences in many humans and even increasing the risk of serious conditions such as heart attacks, due to the increased blood pressure in places that have greater atmospheric pressures, and this has been interesting and really thought-inspiring.
Working as an IT developer at Slaughter and May has given me invaluable experience of working alongside a team of experienced software developers to solve computational problems collectively.
Working as an IT developer at Slaughter and May has given me invaluable experience of working alongside a team of experienced software developers to solve computational problems collectively. I also had the opportunity to help develop a telephone directory mobile app used by the employees. The app was written in C#, a language I had no previous knowledge in, but one I was quite quickly able to adapt to. I also gained an insight into the meticulous cyber security and database management systems used by the company.
Working as an IT developer at Slaughter and May has given me invaluable experience of working alongside a team of experienced software developers to solve computational problems collectively. I also had the opportunity to help develop a telephone directory mobile app used by the employees. The app was written in C#, a language I had no previous knowledge in, but one I was quite quickly able to adapt to. I also gained an insight into the meticulous cyber security and database management systems used by the company. My interest in these systems was further enhanced after attending a lecture on cyber security and the internet of things at an Oxford Computer Science Study Day. The lecture demonstrated the effects of vulnerable computer systems and highlighted the importance of secure systems in an increasingly digital and therefore hackable world.
In December 2016, I shadowed a consultant in Moorfields Eye Hospital. One key aspect that this work experience showed me was the importance of combining clarity with a friendly approach when communicating with patients, ensuring they fully understand their diagnoses while feeling supported with personalised care
In December 2016, I shadowed a consultant in Moorfields Eye Hospital. One key aspect that this work experience showed me was the importance of combining clarity with a friendly approach when communicating with patients, ensuring they fully understand their diagnoses while feeling supported with personalised care. Furthermore, I am also currently enjoying a 6-month placement at the Royal Free Hospital, working with elderly patients. One of my roles is to help guide lost visitors in the hospital to their destinations efficiently and effectively. I have to communicate well and manage time well which are two key qualities a medical student requires. Additionally, I play games with the patients, to help improve their cognitive and psychosocial functions. This again demonstrates that communication is a very important factor in the treatment of patients, especially the elderly, and is very important in medicine. This is backed up by recent research showing that playing games such as card games and board games can help reduce the risk of getting dementia.I also monitored the lunch times of the elderly patients, with supervision by a doctor.
In December 2016, I shadowed a consultant in Moorfields Eye Hospital. One key aspect that this work experience showed me was the importance of combining clarity with a friendly approach when communicating with patients, ensuring they fully understand their diagnoses while feeling supported with personalised care. Furthermore, I am also currently enjoying a 6-month placement at the Royal Free Hospital, working with elderly patients. One of my roles is to help guide lost visitors in the hospital to their destinations efficiently and effectively. I have to communicate well and manage time well which are two key qualities a medical student requires. Additionally, I play games with the patients, to help improve their cognitive and psychosocial functions. This again demonstrates that communication is a very important factor in the treatment of patients, especially the elderly, and is very important in medicine. This is backed up by recent research showing that playing games such as card games and board games can help reduce the risk of getting dementia. I also monitored the lunch times of the elderly patients, with supervision by a doctor. This experience taught me the need for a system of care for patients, especially those with complex or multiple needs. This allowed me to help provide patient centred care, to either elderly patients at the Royal Free or patients at Moorfields, alongside a team of health professionals.
Beyond school, I enjoy regularly playing badminton and actively read articles from various websites to keep up to date with the latest developments in all things technology.
Beyond school, I enjoy regularly playing badminton and actively read articles from various websites to keep up to date with the latest developments in all things technology. Designing websites as a freelancer has sharpened my creativity and has taught me professional skills such as time management and independence while working under the pressure of a client's deadline. I also enjoy taking on DIY projects and have built multiple PCs and a media center from a Raspberry Pi.
Beyond school, I enjoy regularly playing badminton and actively read articles from various websites to keep up to date with the latest developments in all things technology. Designing websites as a freelancer has sharpened my creativity and has taught me professional skills such as time management and independence while working under the pressure of a client's deadline. I also enjoy taking on DIY projects and have built multiple PCs and a media center from a Raspberry Pi. As a person who believes in the importance of using my skills to help those who have not had the same opportunities as me, I have also been an active volunteer for Islamic Relief and Insaan Aid and hope to use my knowledge in computer science in the future to help those in developing countries gain access to essential technology in the modern world such as internet.
I have a passion for Music and have played the violin for 13 years. This demonstrates my dedication. Additionally, I am the leader of my String Quartet group and of my Music School Orchestra. These qualities enable me to be able to pursue a career in medicine effectively.
