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Yumi Stow
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Hey, I’m Yumi! I am a process engineer working for an energy consultancy – we help our energy clients make important decisions in areas such as oil & gas, hydrogen and renewables. I live in Edinburgh with my partner, and love spending time exploring new cities, skiing and cooking (mostly for the eating!)
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Viviene Dela Cruz
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Lasers in space–this is my current work!
Hiya, my name is Viviene and I used to work with big, powerful lasers, and automation but now I focus on lasers for space (internet in space maybe?) and sometimes work on lasers that could be used for healthcare. I’m a small girl who likes plants and double cream Oreos. I spend time reading and watching science-related stuff and when I’m not, I’m usually spending time with family and friends.
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Steve Markham
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Hi, I’m Steve and I live in Newcastle upon Tyne. I’m a contract engineer this means that I work for many different companies all around the UK so I’m often away from home. I enjoy music – I play keyboards and I love to sing karaoke, even if others don’t particularly like to hear me!
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Stephanie Sargeant
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I’m a aquatic scientist and lecturer environmental sciences. I’m passionate about the environment and all things watery! I work on understanding more about our oceans and rivers, how they work, why they’re important and how we can work to conserve them.
I love being outside, camping, paddle boarding and walking our puppy, Willow.
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Stephanie Foster
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I live with my husband, 2 teenage children & a Romanian rescue dog in Epsom, Surrey.Β When I’m not working I enjoy long walks with Issy the dog, reading and watching TV.
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Sharon Madzorera
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Hi, I am Sharon. I spend most of my time with my three lovely kids, and my partner of 14 years. My days are filled with laughter, tickle fights and lots of story telling! I enjoy singing and listening to music, I find both so relaxing! Our family has just moved to the UK from Johannesburg, South Africa. So far, we are loving our new home in Saffron Walden. My favorite food has been mashed potatoes since I was five and mom made them for me whenever I was unwell. I’m not yet sure what my favorite color is, but I am fond of every shade of red.
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Sam Gilbert
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I live in Solihull (near Birmingham) with my husband, 14 year old Son, 12 year old Daughter and our rescue Dog. I work for a Construction Company in an Information Technology role and I am currently studying towards a Masters Degree. I enjoy doing Ballet, Karate, reading and playing computer games in my spare time.
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Samantha Scott
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Sam is a healthcare scientist who specialises in studying and helping people with their gut systems at an NHS hospital in Bristol.
She focuses on fixing tummy and food pipe troubles, especially for those who burp a lot because they accidentally swallow air. Samantha teaches these people to understand and manage their condition.
She is also part of two important national groups, AGIP and ACAG. These groups represent quality standards in stomach health, ensuring hospitals and clinics maintain top-notch practices in patient care and leading efforts to set high standards across the UK.
In addition to her work in gut health, Sam is passionate about inspiring children and teenagers to pursue science, hoping they will be motivated to make a difference in the world of healthcare just like she does.
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Roberta Migale
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Scientist at the Francis Crick Institute , climber, ukulele player, gardener
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Rhianna Rees
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I live in Oban, Scotland where I sing in the local Gaelic choir. My friends and I run a hippy festival in Oxford in the summer, and I love camping, dancing, and board games.
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Paul O'Nion
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I have been working in science since 1995, I love Outreach activities & the opportunity to demonstrate science to the next generation.
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Olivia Fleming
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I am Northern Irish and I live in Edinburgh! I study parasites and I like to sing, hike and play piano.
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Nik Robinson
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I live just outside of Aberdeen, but came from London and South East originally.Β I am an environmental and chemical regulatory scientist.Β I love the outdoors and hill walk, kayak, rock climb, mountain bike, and do a lot of running, obstacle course races and a few triathlons.
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Neil Guthrie
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Hi everyone! I’m Neil and I am 36 years old. I work as a technician in Sport, Exercise and Health Science, at Edinburgh Napier University. I love to play and watch football and spend time with my family. I have 2 daughters, one is almost 2 and one is almost 6.
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Marie-Angelique Deschamps
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I am French, I live with my partner in Macclesfield. During the week, I am a process chemist, and on weekends, I love going for walks in the forest and meeting with my friends in Manchester !
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Maike Wilschnack
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Hi everyone! I live with four friends in a big house in Aberdeen. I love outdoor activities, chocolate, and science.
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Luisa Islas
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Born in Mexico City , I now live with my husband in Bath and work as a research scientist for a green energy company. I am a big fan of dogs, chocolate, and visting art museums.
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Lucie Gourmet
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Lorna Nisbet
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I live with my husband in Dundee, Scotland. He is not a scientist. I am the first in my family to go to university and my family are all farmers. When I was studying I worked in a shoe shop and now have over 90 pairs!
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Lisa Hursell
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I live in Surrey. I love rollercoasters and Disney, so you can probably guess my favourite place to go on holiday π
I also love data, and solving puzzles, which is why I’m a Data Scientist – you never know what you’ll find!
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Kathleen Duffin
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I live in Midlothian with my husband and two children. I’m a paediatrician and I’m currently taking a break from hospital work to do a PhD, researching fertility in childhood cancer patients.
I love books, baking, and beaches – my ideal day would include all three!
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Katharine Gibson
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I am currently in my third year of my PhD at the University of Glasgow. I am a neuroscientist (someone who researches the brain) and my project is looking at dementia and trying to develop effective treatments. When I’m not in the lab I love going to gigs, hanging out with my friends, and travelling as much as I can!
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John Turner
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I am scientist living in Cambridge doing research and development into designing catalysts for petrol cars. I’m an active person who loves to be busy doing something.
My main passion I like ouside of work is playing cricket, which I play in at the weekends in the summer. Other things I like to do in my spare time are playing video games, creating terrariums and photography.
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Jo Ellis
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My most recent job wasΒ as a Government analyst.Β I have been using my chemistry and my scientific know how for over 30 years in several roles. When Iβm not working I can be found swimming in the sea or walking my two dogs on the South Downs. I enjoy reading (some people are surprised at that as I am dyslexic) psychological thrillers and watching lots of different TV dramas.
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Joaquin de Navascues
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I live in Colchester with my wife and two children. I am a Lecturer in genetics and molecular biology at the University of Essex. I like playing guitar, reading, building and repairing things, and martial arts. I really dislike vacuum-cleaning and washing lettuce for the salad.
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Jessica McCoy
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By day I am a palaeontologist by day, and a fictional writer by night. I enjoy travelling, and reading.
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Jane Moore-Taylor
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I live with my family in Buckinghamshire and commute into London 2 days a week, working remotely the other 3 days. I am a Christian, an assistant Beaver Leader with Scouts and I love gardening, Parkrun and cats.
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James Bron
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I live with my partner in the highlands of Scotland with two dogs, some woodworm, some invading mice and the occasional woodlouse that got lost. When not working I walk dogs, play video games, read science fiction and fantasy, watch junk TV and do a lot too much cooking and eating.
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Hayley Pincott
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I have my hands full at home with 3 boys so any spare time I have I try to relax. I like to draw and read to relax.
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Graham Hinton
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Gareth Nye
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I’m Gareth! I’m a senior lecturer who teaches students about what makes up the body and how they work to keep us healthy or what goes wrong when we are sick, particularly looking at understanding problems during pregnancy! I also research how to help in pregnancy and how to make babies strong and healthy
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Francesca Bartalini
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Hi, my name is Francesca, and I’m a UX UI / Graphic Designer. I live with my husband in Bayston Hill (Shrewsbury), and we have two Persian cats: Pepe and Pudsey. In my free time, I enjoy engaging in sports and growing vegetables in our small garden. I’m a huge fan of Harry Potter and David Bowie, and my favorite dish is bollito di carne, a very simple and tasty Italian recipe.
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Estela Gonzalez Fernandez
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I’m a nature and sports lover. I try to spend all the time I can outdoors.
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Esra Hassan
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Hi, I am Esra. I am a PhD student in dementia at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS). My background is in clinical neuroscience (the Brain!) and now I am based at the Centre for dementia studies. I am a mum to a 10 month old boy and I live by the countryside. Though I like a cheeky trip to Brighton beach for chips when I am in my office at BSMS π
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Daniel English
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I live near Stevenage in Hertfordshire. I am a Rocket scientist/engineer by day, and a frisbee player in the evenings. I enjoy learning about AI, have a passion for all things space, love the Simpsons and enjoy walking my dog!
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Clare Wharmby
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I live in Edinburgh with my partner and two kids (and two gerbils). I love secondhand shopping, science fiction books and napping.
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Caroline Wesson
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I’m a senior psychology lecturer at a University in the West Midlands where I teach and research in my specialist area – social psychology with a forensic and cyber spin.Β Outside of work I love keeping fit, cooking, camping and Marvel films!
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Carlos Rivera
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I am originally from the Spanish-speaking Caribbean and have been living in Bristol for 3 years now. I love walking on forests (especially rainforests), snorkeling in beaches, and going on walks to flip rocks over. I can fly an airplane and the longest I’ve held my breath underwater was 5 minutes and 20 seconds.
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Callum Morris
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Im a Scottish graduate who has lived in Chester for 8 years with my now fiancΓ©.
Work as an engineer, but in my free time I’m an avid gamer, and member of a local cricket team.
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Bryony Gardner
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I grew up in Wales π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ and now live in Bristol with my many houseplants! I am a researcher doing my PhD π©βπ¬ but I also love to bake cakes π°, read books π and explore the countryside π£.
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Ben Green
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Originally from Southend-on-Sea in Essex, I’m a scientist that has followed a love of the beach as a child to a career in Marine Biology.
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Aver Hemben
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I am a scientist and entrepreneur. I am self-motivated and enjoy talking about topics in the sciences.
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Arpita Saggar
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I’m a PhD student at the University of Leeds and my work uses AI to support medical education. I was born and raised in India and I moved to the UK in 2022. I enjoy listening to classical music, playing badminton and chess, and cubing.
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Annabelle Somers
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I live with my partner in Kent. During the day I’m a PhD student, researching how we can make our food better π. In my free time I love being outside ποΈ, baking tasty cakes π°, and doing anything arty or crafty π©βπ¨. I am getting married in September π°, and can’t wait!
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Andy Smith
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I’m a cyber security nerd. π€ I love learning about new technologies – and how to hack them. But I use my hacking powers only for good, I promise! π
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Andrew Richardson
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I live in Glasgow, Scotland, with my dog and wife.
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Amy Rattenbury
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I’m a forensic anthropologist helping to solve crimes by studying bones and working out who they belonged to. I grew up in Yorkshire but now live and work in North Wales, with my search dog Bella, where I teach forensic science at University
Me and Bella in the office at home
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Allyson Lister
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Scientists get to lead an exciting double life! We love being quiet and focused on our work, but also get to be loud and talk to lots of interesting people (communication is very important in science). And there’s another way I lead a double life: I grew up in America, live in the UK, and am a citizen of both countries!
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Alex Leide
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I study materials which can hold a plasma 10x hotter than the Sun to create electricity. I like understanding how things work and how to make them better.
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Alessandra Giuliani
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