Profile
Apple Chew
My CV
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Education:
IGCSEs, REAL International School Malaysia
Cambridge A-Levels, UCSI University Malaysia
MBiol in Biotechnology and Microbiology in University of York (4 years)
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About Me:
I’m a PhD student doing my research in genetically engineering green microalgae – the future of food, biofuels and biopharmaceuticals.
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I left my nest in Malaysia and came to the UK to pursue my studies in a different culture and education system! I meditate daily, love street dancing and crochet in my free time. I also have an ambitious goal to conquer all the munros in Scotland at the end of my PhD ⛰️. My pronouns are she/her.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Cheerful, approachable and fun
What did you want to be after you left school?
A scientist (of course)
Were you ever in trouble at school?
I used to be one of those who doesn't tuck in her uniform, doesn't tie her hair properly and leaves her tie loose and low. But suddenly I became Head Prefect near the end of high school!
What's your favourite food?
Sushi
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
1) More wishes (duh!) 2) To travel around the world 3) To have free sushi all year round
Tell us a joke.
I have a herb joke but I don’t have thyme for it
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