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  • Tom Ranner

    About Me:

    I work at a university using maths, physics, biology and computer science to understand how animals move

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    Latest Question:
    for E = mc^2 ,E^2 = m^2c^4 + p^2c^2, why are things squared like the speed of light?Why should you square it?

  • Tim Humpton

    About Me:

    I’m an American cancer researcher that has lived in Glasgow for over 10 years, not that you’d know it from my accent! I enjoy cycling, bake lots of bread, and sometimes miss watching American Football on TV.

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    Latest Question:
    what is your favorite music band?

  • Tim Carter

    About Me:

    I live in Kent with my wife and 2 primary school children. Much of my time is spent being a Technical Director at work, but I’m also a STEM Ambassador and a uniformed Cub Leader! I really enjoy running, especially out by the coast, and reading (usually sci-fi!) when I get the chance!

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  • Steve Winwood

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    I live with my wife (Amy), 6 year old son (Max) and our cat (Bella) in Sheffield. I enjoy playing sports such as football and cricket with my son, going to parks and museums, and watching football, cricket and motorsport. I have a big interest in cars.

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  • Steph Acaster

    About Me:

    I live in Yorkshire and work mostly from home, teaching and researching in Psychology. I play violin in a big orchestra. ๐ŸŽต I love hedgehogs, dogs, and learning new things. ๐Ÿ“– ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ

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  • Srujani Kolli

    About Me:

    I live in Hertfordshire with my family. I have a teenage daughter and a 7 year old son. I work at a hospital. I love walking, cooking and gardening. I am a foodie and would like to experiment with different cuisines and always come up with a fusion dish.

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    Latest Question:
    Did you ever play with toys?

  • Sebastian Jaskiewicz

    About Me:

    I like to watch football, read, listen to interesting podcasts, and go for hikes in the mountains.

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  • Rory Back

    About Me:

    I am an industrial scientist working for a global glass company. I studied at Durham University. I live and work in West Lancashire, but I get to travel the world for my job.

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  • Rohin Titmarsh

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    I’m a research engineer working on automation of electric vehicle battery manufacture. I’m a big fan of motorsports, love cars and upcycling!

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  • Roberta Migale

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    Scientist at the Francis Crick Institute , climber, ukulele player, gardener

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  • Richard Collins

    About Me:

    I am a chemistry lecturer based in Norwich at the University of East Anglia. I am originally from Wakefield in West Yorkshire. I went to university in Manchester then moved down South to Brighton, then further north to London, working at Imperial College London before moving to King’s College London, and recently moved to the University of Easy Anglia in Norwich.

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  • Rebekah Wood

    About Me:

    Hello! I’m a blue haired scuba diving biologist! I live with my partner in Aberdeen and I’m doing my PhD! I love reading, walking my two big fluffy dogs and cold ocean swims! I’m also a bit of a nerd so anything fantasy or Dungeons and Dragons related – I’m your gal!

    ๐“‡ผ โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“†โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“‡ผ โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“†โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“‡ผ โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“†โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“‡ผโ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“†โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“‡ผโ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“†โ‹†๏ฝกหš ๐“‡ผ

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  • Rebecca Witton

    About Me:

    Hey! I live with my partner in Stevenage, sadly with no pets though I have two bounding Labradors back at my parents. I work as a development chemist ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ on all things precious metals and spend the majority of my time outside of work in the gym, pub or looking for my next holiday ๐Ÿ๏ธ

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    Latest Question:
    What is the most valuble precious metal you have worked with

  • Rachel Paskell

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  • Paul Stallard

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    I live in Chichester on the south coast. I work as a software architect and have twin boys who are both now at university. Apart from an interest in technology (and repairing things in general) I’m a keen runner and cyclist.

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  • Paul Dove

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    I live in Surrey but originally come from Leeds. I am a semi-retired Research & Development leader who now does a bit of consulting as a side hustle. I am a keen golfer, support a couple of charities and love cooking.

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    Latest Question:
    How much does being more environmentally friendly/sustainable impact your research/jobs?

  • Paula Proszek

    About Me:

    I live in London and work in a busy Cancer Hospital. I lead a team delivering genomic testing for patients. I am also a Mum (of a teen ๐Ÿ˜‰ love travelling, animals, swimming, chocolate and Stranger Things!

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    Latest Question:
    have you ever made a big mistake

  • Oznur Apsimon

    About Me:

    I am a physicist from the University of Manchester. I design machines that accelerate electrons up to the speed of light.

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    Latest Question:
    why is science called science

  • Mark McGrady

    About Me:

    I live in Annan, Dumfries and Galloway with my wife, Stacey, and my two boys, Euan (8) and Lewis (4).ย  I’m a scientist by day but at the weekends I’m a football referee at both youth and amateur level.ย  As well as a love of football, I also enjoy reading, and going to live music and comedy shows.

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  • Marco Palma

    About Me:

    I currently live in Cambridge. I am a statistician trying to find interesting patterns in numbers. Outside of work, I like playing board games and playing the guitar (but at my place I have a ukulele!).

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  • Lydia Eeles

    About Me:

    Recently, my husband and I have moved to Philippines to help improve the sustainability and self-sufficiency of various projects out here. We are both studying for a Permaculture Design Certificate whilst we are here.
    I love being outside, doing yoga and aerial circus style arts, baking and making things, and learning Spanish.

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    Latest Question:
    what would happen if we have no oxygen

  • Luke Tuxworth

    About Me:

    I live with my wife and 1 year old son in North Yorkshire. I am research scientist in a chemical company. I love hiking, motorsport and growing my own vegetables.

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  • Lucy Houghton

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    When I’m not at work I enjoy getting out into nature, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking and scuba diving. I also love dogs.

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  • Kellie Horan

    About Me:

    Hi, my name is Kellie! I was born in Ireland , and now live in Edinburgh. I’m a science student researching energy in the brain. I love reading, travelling, the beach and hot chocolate!

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    Latest Question:
    Have you traveled the world

  • Katy Bruce

    About Me:

    Iโ€™m a postdoctoral researcher in Forensic Chemistry at the University of Kent ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿผโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ, an associate lecturer and mum to my two boys. In my spare time I enjoy practising karate ๐Ÿฅ‹, kickboxing and kung fu and am now the proud owner of a purple belt. I also have a continental giant house rabbit ๐Ÿฐ called Keith, who weighs over 8kg!

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  • Katharine Gibson

    About Me:

    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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  • Karen Tait

    About Me:

    Iโ€™m an enthusiastic scientist and STEM Ambassador who loves learning new things and solving problems. I live near Edinburgh with 2 teenage kids and a cute cockapoo called Kylo. I enjoy tap dancing and helping at a local netball club. I still think of myself as a scientist first and love helping others make sense of data and explain it to others.

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    Latest Question:
    how does your job effect your daily life ?

  • Kareena McAloney-Kocaman

    About Me:

    I am from Northern Ireland, living in Scotland with my husband, who is from Turkey. I spend a lot of time in my garden, and with my nose in a book reading.

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  • Jonathan Allen

    About Me:

    I am an engineer living near Bristol.ย  During the day I work on nuclear power stations to make them work better.ย  When I’m not at work I like to play music, sports, have fun with my son and watch exciting movies.

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    Latest Question:
    Who is your favourite science communicator?

  • Jessica McCreery

    About Me:

    I am originally from Northern Ireland, but I now live in North Wales with my partner and my dog, Winnie. I am a Project Officer and in my spare time I love playing pickleball, watching rugby, going for hikes with my dog, baking and doing embroidery!

     

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    Latest Question:
    What are you worknig at right now

  • Jamie Nash

    About Me:

    I live in Cardiff with my partner. I am an avid foodie and an xbox gamer when not in the labs in the day. I surf, travel and like to take part in water-sport activities.

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  • Hayley Barton

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  • Hannah Felstead

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    I live in Cambridge with my partner. I’m a chemistry researcher by day, but in my evenings I play in a brass band. I like reading books, watching TV dramas and drinking tea!

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  • Gwendolyn Kirschner

    About Me:

    I have recently moved to Scotland to work at a research institute here. Before, I have lived in Saudi Arabia, so it was quite a change to move. I brought my desert dog, who is better adapted to the rain than I am!

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  • Giulia Pelos

    About Me:

    Hello everyone! I am Giulia and I work as a scientific project manager at INsociety in Italy. I live in Udine with my partner and in my free time I love doing yoga, cuddling with my cats, reading and travelling.

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    Latest Question:
    Do u eat pork? if not r u vegaterian.

  • Gareth Morgan

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    Dog owner. Cant sing. Cant spell/type under pressure.

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  • Fergus McKiddie

    About Me:

    I live in Aberdeenshire with my wife and work at a large hospital in Aberdeen. I love running, cricket and heavy metal and punk music. Our 2 kids have moved out so we now have two delinquent Jack Russells.

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    Latest Question:
    how many nuclear explosions happen in the world

  • Evelyn Brunsdon

    About Me:

    I’ve lived in the big smoke for the last five years now working in social sciences within healthcare. I really enjoy writing what Iโ€™m sure is terrible poetry, reception-level painting, and literally any hot and spicy food.

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  • Estela Gonzalez Fernandez

    About Me:

    I’m a nature and sports lover. I try to spend all the time I can outdoors.

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    Latest Question:
    is there a good work life balance as a scientist?

  • Elly Stamp

    About Me:

    Hi Iโ€™m Elly!

    Iโ€™m a PhD student at the University of Edinburgh. I study neuroscience and DNA damage. Iโ€™m from Newcastle and outside of the lab I enjoy climbing, martial arts and bake a lot of cakes!

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  • Edward Smart

    About Me:

    A mathematician who likes working with others to solve problems using data science and machine learning.

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  • David Clancy

    About Me:

    I’m a lecturer in biogerontology (biology of ageing) with a focus on genetics. I want to find out why and how we age. And stop it.

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  • Claire Price

    About Me:

    I love to tell jokes and love nothing better than to hear a new one!

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    Latest Question:
    what is a micro sample

  • Caroline Wesson

    About Me:

    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.ย  Outside of work I love keeping fit, cooking, camping and Marvel films!

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  • Carolina Mendes

    About Me:

    I work in a medical laboratory in the day. During my free time I love spending time outside gardening, swimming, hiking and climbing. I also do a martial art called Brazilian Jiujitsu. On quiet days I really enjoy sitting somewhere sunny and read a nice book.

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    Latest Question:
    what is the nucleus made of

  • Bruno Silvester Lopes

    About Me:

    I am someone who studies different types of bacteria and how they become powerful and cause human infections. As a child I always had a dream of naming my own bacteria and I achieved it in 2019๐Ÿ™‚ You can see the bacteria which I discovered on the link below

    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0723202021000400?via%3Dihub

    I am hardworking and dedicated to the science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting human health.

     

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    Latest Question:
    what is your favourite planet and why/

  • Annabelle Foot

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  • Andrew Richardson

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    I live in Glasgow, Scotland, with my dog and wife.

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  • Alyson Downham

    About Me:

    I’m an electrical/ electronic engineer, working as a Delivery manager/ scrum master on various railway projects, supporting various STEM activities where I can.ย  I enjoy baking, getting out and about and going camping with my family.

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    Latest Question:
    did you like sciense when you was yunger

  • Aakash Mukhopadhyay

    About Me:

    I’m a postdoctoral scientist based in London. I am Indian and I moved to the UK in 2018. I am a big foodie and love exploring different restaurants in London. I also enjoy going to the cinema and horror movies are my favourite.

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