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A thank you from your winner, Sam Rogerson πŸ†πŸŽ‰

Sam Rogerson is the latest winner, after receiving the most votes from students! He wins Β£500 to spend on more science engagement activities.

Here’s what he had to say about his victory:

I am beyond thrilled to be announced as this term’s winner. I really didn’t expect to be selected. Funnily enough, I was outside sticking tracking equipment on beetles when the email came through and I wasn’t quite prepared for it!

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Posted on July 29, 2024 by modhannah in News | Leave a comment

πŸŽ‰ The third termly winner is…

πŸ₯ Drumroll, please! πŸ₯

Ryan Durnall

Ryan maintains and fixes fighter jets for the Royal Air Force. He’s responsible for the mechanical systems, including the engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, wheels, brakes, environmental control systems and flying controls to name a few.

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Posted on May 24, 2024 by modemily in News | Leave a comment

Why ackroyd.imascientist.org.uk?

From 2024 we are no longer running zones. However our web platform needs us to create a sub-domain in which to run the activity. We discussed what sub-domain to use. 2024? Elements (again)? Scientist names?

In the end we decided to honour the people we value the most. Teachers.

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Posted on January 18, 2024 by modemily in News | Tagged , | Leave a comment