Academic Portfolio

Biochemistry & the science of a smile.

A home for my Extended Essay, Internal Assessments and the science stories I can’t stop reading about — from macromolecules to the biochemistry of oral health.

At a glance

The IB, in my words

Higher Level subjects

A science-focused programme on the Bio-Chem track — molecular biology, enzyme kinetics and human physiology are the topics I enjoy most.

Extended Essay

My independent research project — where curiosity becomes a full investigation into a question in the sciences that I genuinely want answered.

Internal Assessments

Hands-on Biology and Chemistry investigations — designing experiments, collecting data and learning from every trial that didn’t go to plan.

Writing & research

Biochemistry & Dental Notes

01 — Molecules

Beyond the Textbook: My Deep Dive into Macromolecules

Proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids — the molecules that build us, and what studying them closely has taught me.

02 — Purpose

The Chemistry of a Smile: Why I'm Chasing Dentistry

Where my fascination with chemistry meets a career built on caring for people — and why that combination feels right for me.

03 — The IA

Lab Coats & Coffee: Surviving the IB Chemistry IA

Planning, failed trials, data that refused to cooperate — and the lessons behind my Internal Assessment.

04 — Oral health

More Than Teeth: The Incredible Biochemistry Behind Oral Health

Enamel, saliva, bacteria and pH — the hidden chemistry happening in every mouth, every day.

05 — This week in science

From Atoms to Anatomy: My Favourite Science Breakthroughs

A recurring round-up of the research and science news that caught my attention — and why it matters.

Myra Bhandari

IB Diploma · Dentistry & Biochemistry · India

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