EY1920 Year Book

11 10 Semester 1: Studying abroad @ Waterloo, Canada From September to December 2019, I went to the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada as an exchange student. Semester 2: Investigating Eye Health @ HKU From January to May 2020, I was involved in a research attachment module at the Department of Ophthalmology. I focused on investigating the effect of lifestyle factors – such as tobacco use, second-hand smoke exposure, alcohol consumption, and exercise habits – on the thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) in Hong Kong residents. Academic Interests Taking courses from other disciplines has introduced me to many different perspectives. For example, my anthropology class explored how medicalization can be harmful – homelessness is oftentimes a result of poor societal infrastructure, but many continue to blame it on individuals and their conditions (e.g. mental instability). Exploring New Places Being able to visit numerous locations has renewed my appreciation of Mother Nature. From the astounding magnitude of the Niagara Falls to the pristine landscapes of Reykjavik, Iceland, my time spent abroad truly left a lasting impression on me. Cultural Immersion I met students from all around the world while on exchange, and learnt about their own cultures from them. I also participated in multiple local activities, like bonfire night, food festivals, and ballroom dancing. It was a great way to learn about another country’s values and traditions! Leaving the Comfort Zone The enrichment year is an opportunity for me to explore life outside of what I usually experience. Leaving my comfort zone has taught me many lessons and skills, all of which I will carry into my future studies and professions. Results While the average RNFL thickness shows a low negative correlation with the mean number of pack-years consumed, it is statistically insignificant ( p =0.135). There are no significant correlations between RNFL thickness and other lifestyle factors. This could be due to the small sample size, which is a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Background: Designed by kjpargeter / Freepik MBBS Enrichment Year 2019/20 Au-Yeung Kelly Hoi Lee Sem 1 < IC - HKUWW Exchange Programme at University of Waterloo, Canada >; Sem 2 < R A - Prevalence of ocular conditions among Hong Kong citi z ens and their risk factors at D e p artment of O p hthalmology, HKU, Hong Kong > Au-Yeung Kelly Hoi Lee Research Techniques Western Blot QPCR Cell count Flow Cytometry Data analysis Increase cell apoptosis Reduce cell viability Reduce Mitochondrial Membrane Potential in combined drugs ATO mechanism Reduce Jak Stat protein Research Life QM T Block Lab Work QM/HKU/SYP/ Ktown Lunch Team meeting Result discussion Collect data Data analysis Abstract submission Arsenic trioxide is effective in treating T-ALL and synergistic effect when combined with Ruxolitinib Kinesiology Philosophy Exercise biomechanics (Analyze standing long jump) Exercise nutrition (Design a one-day menu) Epistemology Paradox of decision MAC’19 conference MBBS Enrichment Year 2019/20 Au-Yong Chloe Ka-Wai Sem 1 < R A - Arsenic trioxide is effective in treating T- ALL and synergistic effect when combined with ruxolitinib at D e p artment of Pathology, HKU, Hong Kong >; Sem 2 < IC - Elective Courses at HKU, Hong Kong > Au-Yong Chloe Ka-Wai