Each element is precious and unique due to the infinite arrangements of subatomic particles, which fascinates me. This allows for a diversity of elemental properties, sparking innovation for chemists to develop new products, from chocolates that taste different to the materials used for the rockets that shape society and the environment of the modern world. The wide range of applications in which chemistry is involved inspires me to contribute, while learning and discovering why everything behaves the way it does. With the hydrogen fusion project under construction and the recent use of hydraulic fracturing causing environmental and social conflict, I chose to undertake the energy-related extended project qualification, as chemistry leads these efforts. In my EPQ I discuss whether hydrogen fuel cells are the future of power generation. The project improved my primary and secondary research skills, beneficial for independent reporting, and improved my chemical vocabulary - new definitions such as Fenton's reagents and super acids. Additionally, for my A2 physics classes I am looking at the potential of antimatter used as energy - although more sensational, it is exciting and expands the scope of energy which continually intrigues me. Organic chemistry makes me very enthusiastic, especially optical isomers. What do I find interesting? These molecules may appear to behave a certain way, but they behave in opposite ways, biologically, which highlights the importance and influence of chemistry on other sciences. It merges the physical sciences, which is why I took physics and biology at AS level to delve deeper into topics where chemistry is involved. Understanding the structure of these molecules, the reaction mechanisms and the tests to prove...... middle of paper ...... and people outside the company. To consolidate my IT skills, I gained work experience at the Oxford IT department where I not only improved my IT skills but also gained teamwork skills by working in different areas of the department - management, programming and maintenance of installations. As in chemistry using NMR and IR machines, computer skills may be required to navigate these programs. Bearing in mind that this year's Nobel Prize winners involved the development of software to generate models contributing to the understanding of how catalysts clean exhaust gases. Although chemistry can be challenging and sometimes requires patience to achieve results, trying to excel and obtain answers to its challenges is greatly rewarding. This opens doors to a large number of careers; I'm interested in a number of potential avenues, working in oil, or perhaps continuing my research…