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Hello! I’m An-Chi, a senior at ASIJ leading the iGEM team this year. I identify myself as a Taiwanese American, having spent seven years living in the US. I am passionate about molecular biology, but hold interests in the humanities as well. In my free time, I enjoy reading and baking with friends and family. iGEM for me was an opportunity to take on a research project with a group of like-minded individuals and experience science outside of a classroom setting.
For human practices, we focused on bringing awareness to Colorectal Cancer to students and adults, especially stressing the importance of getting regular check-ups. In addition, we listened to people’s stories on their battle with Colorectal Cancer so that we could better understand and communicate the implications of our project.
During the March Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the iGEM team scheduled a Blue Out Day, when we encouraged ASIJ students wore blue to support curing colorectal cancer. To explain the significance of wearing blue, we made an announcement during a high school assembly where we introduced our project to the students and recognized a survivor among the faculty. We had a bake sale in the ASIJ courtyard to promote our research to the student population. The money we raised was donated to Colorectal Cancer research.
The IGEM team invited a local physician who specializes in using immunotherapy for treating cancer, specifically Colorectal Cancer. Her speech built our knowledge base and awareness to our members and ASIJ Biology classes.
