Humberto

Hi I'm Humberto Fernandez and I'm from Miami Florida. I am the only child in my family, although I do have a half brother and a half sister. I am a rising senior at Archbishop McCarthy High School. Without a doubt, I'd have to say my favorite subjects are math and science. I'm proud to say that I'm the first one in my family with high ambitions in the science field. At my school, I involve myself actively in extra-curricular activities. Being Vice President of two clubs and project leader of multiple service projects, I have been able to give back extensively to the community and attain a mindset of philanthropy in life.

I decided to attend this summer research program because of my interests and high ambition in the field of biology. I recognize that Synthetic Biology is a new field and I'm thrilled to be able to learn about it first hand! Entering college, I wish to major in Biology in order to practice Cardiology following Medical School. Afterwards, I hope to open an office of my own in order to help other individuals struggling with heart disease. Once there, I will become an active member of the medical field and hopefully be able to make an impact. The reason this field of science interests me so much is that my family has a long history of heart disease and I plan to research further solutions to this problem. Throughout high school, I have already taken a plethora of science courses and will finish high school having taken six science courses. I just finished the AP Biology course at my school this past year and I enjoyed every minute of it! As part of this class, we conducted several experiments including DNA Electrophoresis, Bacterial Transformation, PCR, Oxidizing Pea Plants etc. Next year I additionally plan to take AP Chemistry and Physics Honors. Apart from these science experiences, I have been able to start a health-professionals club endorsed up by the Department of Education at my high school and volunteered actively at my local hospital.

Stepping aside from my science intere sts, other hobbies of mine include actively reading political news and debating through the Debate Team I am part of at my school. I also enjoy playing several sports and being outdoors a lot. And not to forget, hanging out with friends and family.

With the knowledge I gain in this research program, I hope to further stimulate my interests in my desired medical field and enter college with a positive mindset. And most importantly, to be able to have fun while studying my profession and doing what I love most.