Alex Leeper

Contributing Writer
Alex Leeper - School photography
Alex Leeper - School photography

Hello, My name is Alex Leeper. I am currently studying an undergraduate degree in Marine Biology and Oceanography and the university of Plymouth. I have a strong passion for the marine world and nature and am hoping to promote conservation. I am a qualified scuba dive instructor for PADI and love teaching and diving. I am new to the writing world, after studying for my A-levels and gaining an A in English literature, I turned to science, but am now hoping to maintain both subjects. I have a great interest in poetry and enjoy analysisng and even writing poetry.

The topics I cover in university this year are very wide ranging, from Oceanography to Biodiversity and origin of birds from dinosaurs. I hope to travel in the future and convey what I learn in my writing.

Latest Articles

Basics of Biodiversity
The concept of biodiversity is an elusive term, yet it is fundamental to the conservation and protection of our planet's unique and varied ecosystems.
May 22, 2010 - Alex Leeper
DNA-Deciphering the Code
DNA is genetic centre that dictates the synthesis of proteins and RNA molecules that make us who we are. DNA or RNA is found in every organism on earth.
May 1, 2010 - Alex Leeper
Seawater
What are the major important elements in the world's oceans? How does the global movement of water occur and how can we measure it. Some key concepts of marine chemistry.
Mar 21, 2010 - Alex Leeper
Cupid and Psyche – A Test of Love
The Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche, the famously beautiful lovers that narrowly avoided tragedy.
Mar 13, 2010 - Alex Leeper
Cupid and Psyche-The Fall of Cupid
The Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche the famously beautiful lovers that narrowly avoided tragedy.
Mar 13, 2010 - Alex Leeper
Studies and Mechanisms of Evolution
Evolutionary science is constantly advancing, and with it the understanding and research into the mechanisms by which it occurs, so what other ideas exist?
Mar 11, 2010 - Alex Leeper
Sharks
How has the anatomy of sharks developed and what key adaptations do they have to survive in their environment? Conservation and where to find sharks.
Mar 4, 2010 - Alex Leeper
The Behavioural Patterns Of Sharks
The perfectly evolved predators of the sea, this marine family gets a lot of bad press, but how much of it is deserved? Learn more about sharks.
Mar 4, 2010 - Alex Leeper
The Fall of Catherine of Aragon
Henry VIII, one of the best known monarchs in English history. He has gained notoriety for his dealings with women and wives, the first of which was Katherine of Aragon.
Feb 27, 2010 - Alex Leeper