Career development
My current position as a fellow in the Division of Endocrinology has provided me a tremendous research opportunity and added to my enthusiasm to become an academic researcher in the field of beta-cell proliferation and regeneration. Under the guidance of my mentors, I started early in my fellowship training to explore that field by studying the prognostic outcome of auto islet cell transplantation in patients with chronic pancreatitis who undergo total pancreatectomy. Successful completion of that project was the starting point that prompted me to choose Dr. George Gittes, who is a well-known expert in that field.
My long-term goal is to become an independent researcher in the field of beta cell proliferation and regeneration,
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I currently work on advancing my basic knowledge and understanding the physiology, and biochemistry of glucose homeostasis by reading the recent advances in the field of beta cell neogenesis, and diabetes, attending educational meetings, seminars, and conferences.
B. I expand my understanding of the experimental designs, statistical analysis, and data interpretation by taking courses and attending workshops provided by the University of Pittsburgh (i.e. attend courses offered by the Molecular Biology department including RNA-Seq Analysis, Pathway Analysis), presenting, and attending journal clubs, and attending conferences.
C. Learn more about career development by taking courses on career development and how to write grant proposals.
D. Master the following research methods and scientific techniques that is relevant to beta cell proliferation research field:
· Dynamic glucose homeostasis tests including intraperitoneal glucose tolerance test, insulin tolerance test, and in vivo glucose-stimulated insulin secretion (already has made substantial progress and I am independent)
· Intraductal pancreatic infusion surgery, partial pancreatectomy, and pancreatic duct ligation (I already made substantial progress and I become
The supply of glucose to the brain and immune system is important as competitors constantly rely on instantaneous decision making to ensure they make effective strategic moves. Glucagon is the hormone which ultimately increases blood glucose concentration by breaking down stored glycogen in muscle and fat cells, increasing the breakdown of fats and increasing liver glucose production. Each of these effects lead to an increased amount of glucose present in the bloodstream, meaning more energy for body cells. When the level of glucose in the bloodstream drops, more glucose is required in order to provide ATP for energy. The secretion of insulin by beta cells is inhibited
Type one Diabetes develops when the cells that create insulin, the pancreatic beta cells, are destroyed by the body’s immune system. 40,000 people are
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In future years the work we know and do will be changed. With current emerging technologies, such as the 3D printer, Wi-Fi, or mobile devices, jobs have already been impacted from what was done in the ‘olden days’ or before the introduction of these advancements. Three careers have been chosen to display how this information technology (IT) impacts on work, these careers being medicine, education, and journalism. They have been chosen based on how their careers have largely been positively impacted and changed because of these advancements. The examples below will demonstrate how IT has shown to be an overall positive addition to the work industry.
Diabetes can be divided in two types. Type 1 diabetes is known as insulin-dependent diabetes. It happens when your immune system destroys beta cells which are needed to produce insulin. And type 2 diabetes, similar to type one, except immune system doesn’t destroy the cells that generate insulin. Type 1 diabetes has no cure but it can be regulated with proper
Two other faculty members who collaborate and mentor Flowers are Associate Professor Yoshimi Fukuoka, RN, PhD, FAAN, Ladder Rank, and Professor Alka Kanaya, MD, In Residence. Currently, all three are working on a pilot randomized clinical trial (RCT) examining behavioral intervention weight loss for those that are Filipino with type 2 diabetes. Next, they will study gene expression associated with insulin sensitivity and responses to intervention. A previous study Flowers did with Kanaya looked at the effect of yoga on type 2 diabetes risk factors.
Name: James Harper. ID Number: 148682 Course: Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program. Institute: The Michener Institute for Applied Health Science. Assignment: Case Conference Discussion Part
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The immune system, which fights off infections and other harmful material in the body, mistakenly destroys beta cells in the pancreas. These beta cells are known as islet tissue which assist in producing insulin in the body. The exact reason for why the immune system damages these
Understanding what makes the Army a profession is necessary for a leader to fully cognize their role in developing and mentoring Soldiers for success, and also to further develop themselves as a Noncommissioned Officer. “The Army, is an American Profession of Arms, a vocation compromised of experts certified in the ethical application of land combat power, serving under civilian authority, entrusted to defend the Constitution and the rights and interest of the American people” (Profession of Arms, 2010). A subset of the Army Profession, the Human Resources Profession demands competent and trustworthy individuals. The Human Resources Profession requires its leaders to “focus their knowledge and skills in support of the Army’s most important
Background and Objectives: Acute pancreatitis includes a wide spectrum of disease, from mild self limiting symptoms to a fulminant process with multiple organ failure and high mortality. Around 20% of the patients of acute pancreatitis develop acute severe pancreatitis in the form of extensive pancreatic or peripancreatic fat tissue necrosis with associated peripancreatic collections. These patients run a protracted clinical course with high morbidity and mortality. Methods: Clinically, radiologically and by blood investigated, diagnosed 40 patients of acute pancreatitis were prospectively evaluated for the clinical outcome with respect to presence or absence of pancreatic necrosis and severity in terms of CTSI. Results: 24 patients had acute
Topic: Why Career and Technical Education courses should be mandatory in high school General Purpose: To persuade Specific Purpose Statement: To persuade my audience that by taking Career and Technical Education courses during high school, they will better prepared for college and adulthood. Thesis Statement: By requiring high school students to take CTE courses in addition to their regular academic curriculum, they will understand the purpose and benefits of those courses and be better equipped to handle college and adulthood. There are two main purposes for Career and Technical Education programs within high schools. The first purpose is to prepare high school students for college and career.
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