GEM-SET

GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST ARCHIVE FOR FOR JANUARY 2004
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 30, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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New Science, Engineering, and Technology jobs and internships are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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The Best Buy Children's Foundation is awarding over $2 million in scholarships to 1300 students. To learn more go to http://communications.bestbuy.com/communityrelations/scholarship.asp
The application deadline is FEBRUARY 15, 2004
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 30, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KELLY B. IN PA
How are scientists expecting to build a space elevator? How will it
actually work and how long will it take to build?
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Q: (Initially posted January 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER BIANCA B. IN RI
I was wondering what are some of the modern science career fields in today's world?
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Q: (Initially posted January 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER RENEE P. IN CO
I'm in a program called Destination Imagination. We must build a structure as part of our problem. I have a few questions about building designs. Which simple shapes and designs would support the most weight? Which beams (vertical, horizontal, or diagonal) provide the most support? Where would be the best place to put support beams or other devices? Any other building tips would be helpful. Thanks!!!
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 27, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ALEXIS K. IN VA
Two new questions...
What does UT mean in the context of NASA? It was referenced in information
about the Mars Rover Spirit. Does it mean universal time?
also,
I recently heard that at one time the US had the most wind turbines
(renewable source of energy), but now the Netherlands has the most. I have
been hearing a lot about arctic winds coming down from New York (haven't we
all heard about them!) and heard that the winds coming through Oswego, New
York are enough to knock you over (sounds like the Netherlands). Does the US
have wind turbines in the northern high wind areas?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040130q1.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 29, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:
http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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New Science, Engineering, and Technology jobs and internships are posted at
http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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The Best Buy Children's Foundation is awarding over $2 million in scholarships to 1300 students. To learn more go to http://communications.bestbuy.com/communityrelations/scholarship.asp
The application deadline is FEBRUARY 15, 2004
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER BIANCA B. IN RI
I was wondering what are some of the modern science career fields in today's world?
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Q: (Initially posted January 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER RENEE P. IN CO
I'm in a program called Destination Imagination. We must build a structure as part of our problem. I have a few questions about building designs. Which simple shapes and designs would support the most weight? Which beams (vertical, horizontal, or diagonal) provide the most support? Where would be the best place to put support beams or other devices? Any other building tips would be helpful. Thanks!!!
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER YESEUL IN IL
I am a sophomore in high school. I want to become an architect, but my counselor has not been very helpful. What classes and/or actions should I take ?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040129q1.htm

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Q: (Initially posted January 27, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ALEXIS K. IN VA
Two new questions...
What does UT mean in the context of NASA? It was referenced in information
about the Mars Rover Spirit. Does it mean universal time?
also,
I recently heard that at one time the US had the most wind turbines
(renewable source of energy), but now the Netherlands has the most. I have
been hearing a lot about arctic winds coming down from New York (haven't we
all heard about them!) and heard that the winds coming through Oswego, New
York are enough to knock you over (sounds like the Netherlands). Does the US
have wind turbines in the northern high wind areas?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040129q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KALEIGH S. IN CO
After reading the Mentor biographies on the bio page (see http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/mentors.htm) I am really interested in learning more about
Chemical Engineering. I Live in Denver,Colorado and the Mines seems to be one of
the best engineering schools around. What type of fields of engineering does
the school particularly cover, and is Chemical Engineering offered there?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040129q3.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 27, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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New Science, Engineering, and Technology jobs and internships are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 27, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ALEXIS K. IN VA
Two new questions...
What does UT mean in the context of NASA? It was referenced in information
about the Mars Rover Spirit. Does it mean universal time?
also,
I recently heard that at one time the US had the most wind turbines
(renewable source of energy), but now the Netherlands has the most. I have
been hearing a lot about arctic winds coming down from New York (haven't we
all heard about them!) and heard that the winds coming through Oswego, New
York are enough to knock you over (sounds like the Netherlands). Does the US
have wind turbines in the northern high wind areas?
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KALEIGH S. IN CO
After reading the Mentor biographies on the bio page (see http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/mentors.htm) I am really interested in learning more about
Chemical Engineering. I Live in Denver,Colorado and the Mines seems to be one of
the best engineering schools around. What type of fields of engineering does
the school particularly cover, and is Chemical Engineering offered there?
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 16, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JUNGMIN P. IN CA
I'm curious about making a home page or creating an entire website.
Do I have to pay any money to receive a website address?
And how do I open one? I'll be glad to know anything about this topic.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040127q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KAREN H. IN CA
I have some questions regarding genetic engineering.
What kind of vocations are offered in the genetic engineering area?
Also, gene therapy seems to be a really good thing but there are some bad aspects to it. Besides that therapy is only temporary, costs a lot, and has had some major side effects for its test subjects, is there anything else that's bad about gene therapy?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040127q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER YESEUL IN IL
I am a sophomore in high school. I want to become an architect, but my counselor has not been very helpful. What classes and/or actions should I take ?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040127q3.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 26, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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New Science, Engineering, and Technology jobs and internships are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KALEIGH S. IN CO
After reading the Mentor biographies on the bio page (see http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/mentors.htm) I am really interested in learning more about
Chemical Engineering. I Live in Denver,Colorado and the Mines seems to be one of
the best engineering schools around. What type of fields of engineering does
the school particularly cover, and is Chemical Engineering offered there?
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KAREN H. IN CA
I have some questions regarding genetic engineering.
What kind of vocations are offered in the genetic engineering area?
Also, gene therapy seems to be a really good thing but there are some bad aspects to it. Besides that therapy is only temporary, costs a lot, and has had some major side effects for its test subjects, is there anything else that's bad about gene therapy?
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Q: (Initially posted January 26, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER YESEUL IN IL
I am a sophomore in high school. I want to become an architect, but my counselor has not been very helpful. What classes and/or actions should I take ?

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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 22, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ROBIN B. IN CA
I am part of a program called the Engineering Academy at my school. This
means that I take specific classes each year (classes that i would not be
able to take otherwise), such as descriptive geometry, 3D computer modeling,
and architecture. Next year (senior year) the required classes are
architecture and 2nd-year physics mechanics, neither of which interests me
much (especially the physics). For my senior year, I am willing to work
hard, but i want to be interested and involved in what i am doing. I also
feel like I am ready to move on from high school to the real world. Because
of my school and its location, i am able to take certain classes at
community colleges in the area and (probably, it might take a lot of work or
hassle to get in to the program) and undergrad classes at UC Berkeley. There
are also many interesting internships and/or jobs that i might be able to
obtain as a senior. Doing either of these things would mean keeping involved
and interested and enthusiastic about what i am doing, but would also mean giving up at least some of my Engineering classes (as well as my calculus
class, which i really enjoy). I'm not sure which direction i should go:
doing (very) challenging, interesting, more unusual things by myself or
sticking with a known good program even though i don't enjoy it as much and
will learn different things from it. Any suggestions?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040126q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 22, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JOSIE K. IN GA
What is going to be different about the new SAT, and who exactly will have
to take it? Will it be harder and more challenging, or more objective,
because I have heard so many rumors, but I never know what to believe. Also,
will the scoring be different because they added an essay section?? How long
will the essays have to be? Will it be harder to prepare for this SAT?..

I have recently started going to a SAT prep school, out side of public
school, and its very helpful, but it seems to be all things that i could do
on my own time, without a tutor, for instance, we go over many, many
vocabulary words, and we review Algebra one and Geometry, and a little
Algebra Two. I was just wondering if there might be a cheaper way to study
sufficiently for the SAT, but still save a lot of money ( the prep school is
very costly).
--PS. if I should choose one to get me ready for college, should I choose
Track, which will look really good on my college resumes, or should I choose
SAT prep school, which will really get me ready for the SAT's??. Thanks in
advance again! =]
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040126q2.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 22, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm

I have recently started going to a SAT prep school, out side of public
school, and its very helpful, but it seems to be all things that i could do
on my own time, without a tutor, for instance, we go over many, many
vocabulary words, and we review Algebra one and Geometry, and a little
Algebra Two. I was just wondering if there might be a cheaper way to study
sufficiently for the SAT, but still save a lot of money ( the prep school is
very costly).
--PS. if I should choose one to get me ready for college, should I choose Track, which will look really good on my college resumes, or should I choose
SAT prep school, which will really get me ready for the SAT's??. Thanks in
advance again! =]

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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JENNY K. IN CA
If a student has all regular classes in high school as a sophomore (no honors, no AP), what should he/she do in her following years as a Junior or Senior for his/her best luck at [getting into] a UC school?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040122q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SYLVIA P. IN CA
Hi, I was just wondering if I could get a head start in thinking about college. In order to get into a good college (ex. Caltech, Stanford, Pomona College, etc.), I heard that they look at more than just SAT scores and grades...
I'm a Freshman and I wanted to know what kinds of clubs I should join and what I can do to start aiming for the colleges of my choice.
Also, in your opinion, is the school's orchestra going to be more appealing or a school sport?
I would really appreciate an answer
Thank you!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040122q2.htm

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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 21, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm

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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 20, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm

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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBERS LAURA G., KATIE W., NICOLE F. IN IL
We are doing a project and need to know where we can get bullet proof material or anything like bullet proof material. Also, do you know of other materials that are like bullet proof material but more flexible?
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JUNGMIN P. in CA
I'm currently in A.P. Chemistry class, but I didn't take the regular (first
year) chemistry. Is there any way that I can effectively study chemistry by myself, focusing
on basics?
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SUNG C. IN TX
Hi, mentors! I was just thinking... What kind of careers are there regarding math? Me Encanta math and I also want a decent salary, too. Thank you in advance, and..oh!yeah. Are there any kind of medical doctors who have to see less blood??? Thank you~
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SYLVIA P. IN CA
Hi, I was just wondering if I could get a head start in thinking about college. In order to get into a good college (ex. Caltech, Stanford, Pomona College, etc.), I heard that they look at more than just SAT scores and grades...
I'm a Freshman and I wanted to know what kinds of clubs I should join and what I can do to start aiming for the colleges of my choice.
Also, in your opinion, is the school's orchestra going to be more appealing or a school sport?
I would really appreciate an answer
Thank you!
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Q: (Initially posted January 20, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JENNY K. IN CA
If a student has all regular classes in high school as a sophomore (no honors, no AP), what should he/she do in her following years as a Junior or Senior for his/her best luck at [getting into] a UC school?
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 16, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SARA P. IN IL
I would like to ask a question about science. My least favorite subject has always been science. I want to know if even though it is my least favorite subject, can I still exceed in that subject? I am having trouble with learning all the cell parts and understanding what is their function. I need help understanding how the cell parts work together. Can any mentors help?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040120q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 16, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JUNGMIN P. IN CA
I'm curious about making a home page or creating an entire website.
Do I have to pay any money to receive a website address?
And how do I open one? I'll be glad to know anything about this topic.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040120q2.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 16, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Women in Science and Technology Conference at Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota will take place March 13, 2004
For more information to: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109mammoth.htm
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 16, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SARA P. IN IL
I would like to ask a question about science. My least favorite subject has always been science. I want to know if even though it is my least favorite subject, can I still exceed in that subject? I am having trouble with learning all the cell parts and understanding what is their function. I need help understanding how the cell parts work together. Can any mentors help?
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Q: (Initially posted January 16, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JUNGMIN P. IN CA
I'm curious about making a home page or creating an entire website.
Do I have to pay any money to receive a website address?
And how do I open one? I'll be glad to know anything about this topic.
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ELIZABETH A. IN CO
I am a senior in high school. I am looking for some scholarships for science. Because I want to go into the Bio technology, maybe into the agriculture. Could you please send me some information about the scholarships? Thank you.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040116q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 8, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KATIE W. IN NJ
I am a high-school student from NJ my name is Katie. I am immensely interested in automotive engineering and design and racing. I have even started designing my own cars. I need help finding a college or extra programs related to my interests. My guidance counselor has been no help at all as far as finding a college that has auto design. I was wondering if someone could suggest a school. Thanks for your help.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040116q2.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 14, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Women in Science and Technology Conference at Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota will take place March 13, 2004
For more information to: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109mammoth.htm
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 12, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SANNA R. IN VA
Today in Chemistry class, we discussed hemoglobin and the reasons that blood
is red because of the iron in it. One of the students mentioned a deep sea
creature with green blood because it has copper in place of the iron. Is this a
fact, and how does this blood differ in any other ways?
Thanks!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040114q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ELIZABETH A. IN CO
I am a senior in high school. I am looking for some scholarships for science. Because I want to go into the Bio technology, maybe into the agriculture. Could you please send me some information about the scholarships? Thank you.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040114q2.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 12, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Women in Science and Technology Conference at Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota will take place March 13, 2004
For more information to: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109mammoth.htm
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors
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Q: (Initially posted January 12, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SANNA R. IN VA
Today in Chemistry class, we discussed hemoglobin and the reasons that blood
is red because of the iron in it. One of the students mentioned a deep sea
creature with green blood because it has copper in place of the iron. Is this a
fact, and how does this blood differ in any other ways?
Thanks!
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ELIZABETH A. IN CO
I am a senior in high school. I am looking for some scholarships for science. Because I want to go into the Bio technology, maybe into the agriculture. Could you please send me some information about the scholarships? Thank you.
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 9, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER VEE IN IL
I'm studying graphic design right now, and I want to know how the hexadecimal color system works.I know #ffffff mean white and #000000 means black, but why?
How does it read as a color? How do I calculate my own colors?
Thanks in advance.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040112q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 8, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KATIE W. IN NJ
I am a high-school student from NJ my name is Katie. I am immensely interested in automotive engineering and design and racing. I have even started designing my own cars. I need help finding a college or extra programs related to my interests. My guidance counselor has been no help at all as far as finding a college that has auto design. I was wondering if someone could suggest a school. Thanks for your help.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040112q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SALLY K. IN CA
I'm really not sure what I want for my career job right now, but I am really interested in becoming a marine biologist or a surgeon. However, I wanted to know, what is the major job of marine biologists? Further, I heard that becoming a surgeon takes a lot of time and is difficult to become, is it true?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040112q3.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 9, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Women in Science and Technology Conference at Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota will take place March 13, 2004
For more information to: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109mammoth.htm
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors
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Q: (Initially posted January 9, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER VEE IN IL
I'm studying graphic design right now, and I want to know how the hexadecimal color system works.I know #ffffff mean white and #000000 means black, but why?
How does it read as a color? How do I calculate my own colors?
Thanks in advance.
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ELIZABETH A. IN CO
I am a senior in high school. I am looking for some scholarships for science. Because I want to go into the Bio technology, maybe into the agriculture. Could you please send me some information about the scholarships? Thank you.
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 8, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KATIE W. IN NJ
I am a high-school student from NJ my name is Katie. I am immensely interested in automotive engineering and design and racing. I have even started designing my own cars. I need help finding a college or extra programs related to my interests. My guidance counselor has been no help at all as far as finding a college that has auto design. I was wondering if someone could suggest a school. Thanks for your help.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 8, 2004) FROM PARTNER JOYCE J. IN IL
If you have a cold and cannot distinguish any particular scents or smells,
are aromatherapy products still useful?
Just wondering, since I have a bad cold.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SUSAN
When we look at the sea, it always look like it is blue in color. However, when we look at it in a bottle, water is colorless. Can you tell me why the sea water looks blue to us?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040109q3.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 8, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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Job and Internship Opportunities in Science, Engineering, and Technology are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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Thank you to all the respondents to the December question-of-the-month. Each respondent will receive a Women's Health calendar for 2004 in the mail.
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January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors
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Q: (Initially posted January 8, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER KATIE W. IN NJ
I am a high-school student from NJ my name is Katie. I am immensely interested in automotive engineering and design and racing. I have even started designing my own cars. I need help finding a college or extra programs related to my interests. My guidance counselor has been no help at all as far as finding a college that has auto design. I was wondering if someone could suggest a school. Thanks for your help.
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Q: (Initially posted January 8, 2004) FROM PARTNER JOYCE J. IN IL
If you have a cold and cannot distinguish any particular scents or smells,
are aromatherapy products still useful?
Just wondering, since I have a bad cold.
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ELIZABETH A. IN CO
I am a senior in high school. I am looking for some scholarships for science. Because I want to go into the Bio technology, maybe into the agriculture. Could you please send me some information about the scholarships? Thank you.
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SUSAN
When we look at the sea, it always look like it is blue in color. However, when we look at it in a bottle, water is colorless. Can you tell me why the sea water looks blue to us?
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER PAOLA L. IN IL
What college would you recommend if I want to be a medicine inventor and work in a lab?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040108q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SALLY K. IN CA
I'm really not sure what I want for my career job right now, but I am really interested in becoming a marine biologist or a surgeon. However, I wanted to know, what is the major job of marine biologists? Further, I heard that becoming a surgeon takes a lot of time and is difficult to become, is it true?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040108q2.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 7, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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Job and Internship Opportunities in Science, Engineering, and Technology are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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Thank you to all the respondents to the December question-of-the-month. Each respondent will receive a Women's Health calendar for 2004 in the mail.
********************
January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Questions for Mentors
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ELIZABETH A. IN CO
I am a senior in high school. I am looking for some scholarships for science. Because I want to go into the Bio technology, maybe into the agriculture. Could you please send me some information about the scholarships? Thank you.
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER PAOLA L. IN IL
What college would you recommend if I want to be a medicine inventor and work in a lab?
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SALLY K. IN CA
I'm really not sure what I want for my career job right now, but I am really interested in becoming a marine biologist or a surgeon. However, I wanted to know, what is the major job of marine biologists? Further, I heard that becoming a surgeon takes a lot of time and is difficult to become, is it true?
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Q: (Initially posted January 7, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SUSAN
When we look at the sea, it always look like it is blue in color. However, when we look at it in a bottle, water is colorless. Can you tell me why the sea water looks blue to us?
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 5, 2004
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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Job and Internship Opportunities in Science, Engineering, and Technology are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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Thanks to all the respondents to the December question-of-the-month. Each respondent will receive a Women's Health calendar for 2004 in the mail.
January Question-of-the-month:
In early January a NASA spacecraft successfully landed on a planet. Can you name the spacecraft and the planet?
Bonus point: How long did it take for the spacecraft to travel from Cape Canaveral, FL to the planet?
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Q & A
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Q: (Initially posted January 2, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ASHLEY V. IN NJ
How is dry ice made and why is it dangerous sometime?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040105q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER VY H. IN TX
Both my Grade Point Average (GPA) and SAT scores are important factors concerning the college of choice. However, which aspect should be my main priority?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040105q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SARAH B. IN CA
I love the stars and want to know all I can about them. I want to be an
astronomer but after doing research for careers, I've found that
there is little support for those who want to become astronomers since there
are shortages as far as employment, and the best thing to do is to get a PhD
and become a teacher. I'm not really interested in teaching, but I want a
career involving astrophysics and astronomy. Are there any mentors out there
who are involved in the subjects that can help me out?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040105q3.htm
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Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JENNIFER
Hello,
This is my first time messaging, so here goes:
I want my major in college to be bioengineering. I know bioengineering
combines biology and engineering, and I like biology and math. But I have some
questions about it:
1) Is it easy to obtain a job? What kind of job? A job in a laboratory?
2) What are the prerequisites to obtaining a job related to bioengineering?
a PhD? creativity? sleight in hand?
3) What are some good schools that are famous for bioengineering? Famous
professors?
Any Nobel prize winners who received the award due to success in
bioengineering?
4) I'm in 10th grade right know, and I want to start preparing for my major.
Are biology and math the only subjects that I need to excel in [at this point]?
5) What courses do I need to take in college for a major in biochemistry?
6) My school offers Computer Science. Should I take it to benefit my future
major?
Thank you so much in advance! I had these questions for a long time, but I
had no one to ask them to. But now I finally do!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040105q4.htm
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT SUNG C. IN TX
I am a sophomore and I am really worried about what I will major in college. I love math and computers, and I like chemistry and physics. I seriously don't know what to do. Sometimes I think I want to be an aerospace engineer, but sometimes I want to become a computer programmer. Is this normal? The only thing i know is that I want to work in the SET fields. Somebody help me.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040105q5.htm
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Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER PUI F. IN IL
Hi! I have a question about choosing a major and my career.
I really love math, physics, and chemistry a lot. Nonetheless, it seems that majoring in science does not guarantee a decent job. I want to get a well-paid job as well as fulfilling my dream. Could you give me some advice?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040105q6.htm
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 2, 2004
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO OUR GEM-SET MEMBERS!!!!!!
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
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Job and Internship Opportunities in Science, Engineering, and Technology are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 2, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER ASHLEY V. IN NJ
How is dry ice made and why is it dangerous sometime?
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER VY H. IN TX
Both my Grade Point Average (GPA) and SAT scores are important factors concerning the college of choice. However, which aspect should be my main priority?
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SARAH B. IN CA
I love the stars and want to know all I can about them. I want to be an
astronomer but after doing research for careers, I've found that
there is little support for those who want to become astronomers since there
are shortages as far as employment, and the best thing to do is to get a PhD
and become a teacher. I'm not really interested in teaching, but I want a
career involving astrophysics and astronomy. Are there any mentors out there
who are involved in the subjects that can help me out?
********************
Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JENNIFER
Hello,
This is my first time messaging, so here goes:
I want my major in college to be bioengineering. I know bioengineering
combines biology and engineering, and I like biology and math. But I have some
questions about it:
1) Is it easy to obtain a job? What kind of job? A job in a laboratory?
2) What are the prerequisites to obtaining a job related to bioengineering?
a PhD? creativity? sleight in hand?
3) What are some good schools that are famous for bioengineering? Famous
professors?
Any Nobel prize winners who received the award due to success in
bioengineering?
4) I'm in 10th grade right know, and I want to start preparing for my major.
Are biology and math the only subjects that I need to excel in [at this point]?
5) What courses do I need to take in college for a major in biochemistry?
6) My school offers Computer Science. Should I take it to benefit my future
major?
Thank you so much in advance! I had these questions for a long time, but I
had no one to ask them to. But now I finally do!
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT SUNG C. IN TX
I am a sophomore and I am really worried about what I will major in college. I love math and computers, and I like chemistry and physics. I seriously don't know what to do. Sometimes I think I want to be an aerospace engineer, but sometimes I want to become a computer programmer. Is this normal? The only thing i know is that I want to work in the SET fields. Somebody help me.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040102q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER PUI F. IN IL
Hi! I have a question about choosing a major and my career.
I really love math, physics, and chemistry a lot. Nonetheless, it seems that majoring in science does not guarantee a decent job. I want to get a well-paid job as well as fulfilling my dream. Could you give me some advice?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040102q2.htm
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END
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GEM-SET DAILY DIGEST FOR JANUARY 1, 2004
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO OUR GEM-SET MEMBERS!!!!!!
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WELCOME TO the Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology program.
To post a question or a response, send it to GEM-SET@uic.edu along with your NAME and STATE.
To learn more about the GEM-SET program go to:http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/faq.htm
********************
Job and Internship Opportunities in Science, Engineering, and Technology are posted at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archivejobs.htm
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Questions for Mentors:
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Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT SUNG C. IN TX
I am a sophomore and I am really worried about what I will major in college. I love math and computers, and I like chemistry and physics. I seriously don't know what to do. Sometimes I think I want to be an aerospace engineer, but sometimes I want to become a computer programmer. Is this normal? The only thing i know is that I want to work in the SET fields. Somebody help me.
********************
Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER VY H. IN TX
Both my Grade Point Average (GPA) and SAT scores are important factors concerning the college of choice. However, which aspect should be my main priority?
********************
Q: (Initially posted January 1, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER SARAH B. IN CA
I love the stars and want to know all I can about them. I want to be an
astronomer but after doing research for careers, I've found that
there is little support for those who want to become astronomers since there
are shortages as far as employment, and the best thing to do is to get a PhD
and become a teacher. I'm not really interested in teaching, but I want a
career involving astrophysics and astronomy. Are there any mentors out there
who are involved in the subjects that can help me out?
********************
Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER JENNIFER
Hello,
This is my first time messaging, so here goes:
I want my major in college to be bioengineering. I know bioengineering
combines biology and engineering, and I like biology and math. But I have some
questions about it:
1) Is it easy to obtain a job? What kind of job? A job in a laboratory?
2) What are the prerequisites to obtaining a job related to bioengineering?
a PhD? creativity? sleight in hand?
3) What are some good schools that are famous for bioengineering? Famous
professors?
Any Nobel prize winners who received the award due to success in
bioengineering?
4) I'm in 10th grade right know, and I want to start preparing for my major.
Are biology and math the only subjects that I need to excel in [at this point]?
5) What courses do I need to take in college for a major in biochemistry?
6) My school offers Computer Science. Should I take it to benefit my future
major?
Thank you so much in advance! I had these questions for a long time, but I
had no one to ask them to. But now I finally do!
********************
Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER PUI F. IN IL
Hi! I have a question about choosing a major and my career. I really love math, physics, and chemistry a lot. Nonetheless, it seems that majoring in science does not guarantee a decent job. I want to get a well-paid job as well as fulfilling my dream. Could you give me some advice?
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Q&A
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Q: (Initially posted December 29, 2003) FROM STUDENT MEMBER VALKYRIE S. IN INDIANA
In order to get into the National Honors Society at my school, you have to
have been in several leadership roles. A few of my friends missed getting
accepted into the NHS because of their lack of prior leadership roles. I
was wondering, where do you think I could get experience doing things [that will give me leadership role experience]? Thanks!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive040101q1.htm
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