Innovative Viewpoints Bring Reinforcement
In the heart of the academic year, Amanda Blanco '18 found herself immersed in her Senior Thesis, a journey that would lead to a significant breakthrough. As a student in the Natural Sciences department, Blanco was guided by the insightful advice of her graduate student advisor, Professor Kim.
During her research, Blanco encountered a challenge that seemed insurmountable. She was unable to answer key questions about the rock units' relationships, a crucial aspect of her study. However, Professor Kim's wisdom proved invaluable. He suggested viewing the problem from a different perspective and drawing a cross-sectional diagram to find the solution.
This simple yet profound advice led to a revelation. Drawing a cross section made it easy to see the solution to the problem, a moment of clarity that Blanco had been seeking. The cross-sectional diagram provided a new vantage point, revealing intricate relationships that were previously hidden.
However, the journey was not without its doubts. Blanco doubted she would find a definitive conclusion and considered settling for multiple possible solutions. But her determination prevailed, and she continued to make progress on her lab-thesis work outside of the lab, even taking a winter break to focus solely on her research.
Blanco's thesis involved identifying structural relationships between different rock units, a complex task that required meticulous observation and analysis. Her breakthrough has the potential to contribute significantly to our understanding of geological structures.
Yuem Park, the Natural Sciences Correspondent, reflects on Blanco's experience as an example of the transformative power of independent research. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, a new perspective is all that's needed to make progress, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges.
While Blanco's research did not delve into the use of a vertical cross section to solve a problem, it did highlight the importance of looking at problems from different angles. If the current method is incapable of solving a problem, considering different keys terms, topics, or variables in the research may help.
As Blanco prepares to graduate, her groundbreaking research stands as a testament to the power of perseverance, a new perspective, and the guidance of a wise mentor. Her journey serves as an inspiration to all students embarking on their own research journeys.
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