Holidays in Malaysia

During the semester holidays, my friends and I would like to visit the National Park in Pahang, also named as King George V National Park, which is ubicated near to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Pahang National Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Malaysia. It is known far and wide for its beauty and good conservation.

Once we arrive to Pahang, we want to stay in a motel, because we want to expend the minimum amount of money. To get to the National Park we think the best idea is getting there by jeep, but we read that you can also get there by taking a boat in Kuala Tembeling the most accessible gateway to Taman Negara is either through Jerantut, a 3-hour trip from Kuala Lumpur. The park images on the internet are beautiful, and being there I think, it´s even more beautiful.

One of our objectives is to reach the majestic Gunung Tahan, which is the highest point in the Peninsular Malaysia. The Gunung Tahan classic trail is the oldest and most scenic trail from the area. A return trip on this trail typically takes 6-7 days. On the trail climbers have to trek across undulating ridges and make several river crossings before reaching the foot of the mountain to make the final ascent.

 

Drugs of abuse

Drug abuse is rife in many countries. Billions of dollars are spent internationally preventing drug use, treating addicts, and fighting drug-related crime. Although drugs threaten many societies, their effects can also be combated successfully.

Drug abuse, like for example alcohol, causes multiple problems for countries and communities. Addicts cannot function as normal members of society. Regrettably, they neglect or abuse their families, and eventually require expensive treatment or hospitalization.

However, the menace of alcohol can be fought. A good education I think is the first big step in this theme. Children should to be told at home and in school about drugs and their effects on the body and mind so they know the consequences of their acts when they grow up. However, the main target should be the user: Families and counselors need to talk to children and people at risk. Parents need to look at their children and help them to become responsible. Worthwhile jobs and housing are also needed to give people a role in society.

A Postgrade curse

Since as long ago as I can remember I have always been fascinated by the natural world. That childish fascination has not left me but deepened over the years. This interest has led me to my love of biology, ecology, animal behavior and evolution.  After completing my undergraduate it is my wish to continue studying at postgraduate level in our university and ultimately conduct my own research in this area.

I want to take the magister in ambient biochemistry that the university courses, which have duration from 3 to 6 semesters. One of the themes that are being investigated on this magister is the application of biotechnology in water decontamination.  Biotechnology offers new possibilities to remove the metal ions, using the capacity of different bacteria and other microorganisms to capture the cations in their cell surfaces. The objective of the curse is to develop a bioremediation process for decontaminate water used by industry mining and manufacturing, improving and the decontamination system.

Working as a biochemistry

Becoming a biochemistry shouldn´t be about what the career can give to you in monetary value. Instead, it should be about having the opportunity for saving, improving human lives and serving the public. Biochemistries can imagine a way that could keep people healthy and make them feel better as possible. From small infant children to the elderly, everyone could need a biochemistry discoveries. Sometimes it can be a matter of life and death if medication is not available to the public. 

The importance of a biochemistry is demonstrated by the variety of different fields biochemists are working in today, to help to make the world a better place to live in. By studying biochemistry, I think I would be able to contribute to a brighter future and be part of the exciting new advances still to come. Since biochemistry underpins many of the other life sciences, it allows to specialize in a range of different subjects at a later date, so I don´t have a specific labor camp definite yet.