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Thomas Swift
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I live in South Leeds, but I grew up south of Birmingham. I’ve been running a research group in Polymer chemistry for 7 years now, working with brilliant people to solve big problems. I’ve always liked writing and talking – I used to run a radio show at University (heavy metal music for the masses) and write my own science fiction stories (I have a letter from the BBC from around 2002 saying they didn’t need a 12 year old to write any Dr Who stories). Now I write scientific papers and talk about them at conferences.
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SJ Paines
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I live with my wife near Brighton. I work as a patent attorney. In my free time, I lift weights, sing in a choir and read books (Discworld is my favourite series!) I love to travel and enjoy hiking and sailing.
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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 Craft
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I’m a PhD Student at the University of Bath interested in drug and alcohol use and addiction. When I’m not working I’ll either be cooking, or playing/watching football.
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Russ Francis
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I am a project manager working to deliver high-tech products. in the past I have worked designing silicon chips, set-top-boxes, digital cameras and phones. Right now I’m working on products which will bring great internet experience to train passengers in the UK and across the world –imagine everyone in your carriage all watching high-def Netflix, Youtube or iPayer at the same time.
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Rosmita Borthakur
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Hi, I’m Rosmita and I am a researcher in Chemistry. I love photography and travelling.
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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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Ria Kalaitzaki
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I live with my husband and 2 daughters in London. I am very passionate about my work (Medical Statistician/ Biostatistician) but I also enjoy swimming, socializing and science fiction books or films. I love Jurassic Park!
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Rebecca Saleeb
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Hello! I’m Beccy – I live in Edinburgh with my fiancé and our dog, Mollie. I love travelling and chocolate is my greatest weakness!!
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Ravindu Ranaweera
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I am a PhD researcher in aerodynamics and aeroacoustics (airflow and sound generated by airflow) and work part time for a financial company. I am originally from Sri Lanka and now live in Gateshead with my wife. I love all things sci-fi stuff, travelling and photography.
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Mona-Lisa Kwentoh
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I am curious and a peoples’ person. I love learning about people , places and culture.
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Millie Court
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Hey everyone! I recently moved 300 miles away from my family (and my dog) in the South West to the North East to begin my Apprenticeship journey and the start of my career.
This was a big move for me at 18. Everyday, I face new and sometimes challenging situations both in work and in my personal life but I am having so much fun!
I love going to work everyday where I deal with data, do some programming and help improve the quality of our medicines and make sure they reach our patients faster.
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Michael Sullivan
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I live in Manchester with my wife and son. I work from home on Scientific Software but also love video games, snooker, running, and rock music! I also love learning new things like British Sign Language.
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Michael Schubert
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I’m a scientist who studies everything from dinosaurs to aliens to the human body – and my job is to help bring those things to life!
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Mia Nuckhir
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Hi! I live and work in Manchester but I am from Brighton ☀️ I am a Cancer Sciences PhD student in my final year and outside of work, I enjoy eating out in Manchester, going to gymnastics and swimming in the sea
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Matt Shaw
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I live in Canterbury where I am a PhD student of genetics. I enjoy climbing, badminton, squash, salsa and surfing and have two chinchillas and lots of plants.
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Maria Price
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I am a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Sheffield, living just outside the centre of Sheffield. I spend a lot of my time exploring the city and nearby Peak District. I also love to travel and watch football ✈.
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Lisa Russell
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I live in Newcastle-upon-Tyne with my husband and two young boys. We love to be outdoors as a family either walking or riding our bikes. I have an allotment and love to grow fruit and veg.
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Lisa Humphreys
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I’m a Lecturer in Formulation Chemistry at Cranfield University specialising in explosive mixtures like pyrotechnics. I love using my imagination and creating fun educational activities for all ages.
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Lauren Graham
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I am originally from Canada, but live and work in Exeter! I spend my working hours managing an inorganic chemistry lab that tests drinking water as well as waste water. In my free time I hang out with my dog Florence and like to take her to the beach to swim.
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Kevin Burke
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I live in the North of England, we have 3 kids (all of whom have now got successful careers in STEM related areas), I’ve always played guitar, so have a ‘healthy’ collection of these (plus ukuleles and banjos!), and I support Sunderland football club (all sympathies gratefully accepted)
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Kat Tanner
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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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Kareena McAloney-Kocaman
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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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Julia Sarju
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I’m a lecturer in Chemistry Education at the University of York, a mum to Liv, and a long-suffering Crystal Palace fan.
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John Easton
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Some people think I work in IT. Really though I get to ‘play’ with cool technology, use it to solve interesting problems and get paid to do that 🙂
I have a family (a wife, two sons and cats) and we live in Hampshire. I’m a big fan of Lego (especially Spike and Serious Play) and a long-distance trail runner in my spare time.
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Jessica McCreery
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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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Jesse Wise
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I like to spend my time rock climbing (indoors and outdoors), reading, and trying new things.
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James Blackshaw
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I’m James Blackshaw, a scientific data engineer in Cambridgeshire. When not in the lab, I like to garden, train in martial arts, and build things. I wear hearing aids.
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Hugh Birkmyre
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I’m a Scottish chemist now living in England with my wife and baby daughter. I work for a company that makes high-end plastic for aircraft, cars, medical implants and so on. I like baking cakes, reading (fantasy, history and crime are my favourites) and making my own beer.
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Hannah Scholes
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I live at home in Ramsgate with my mum and my cat. I’m a Biomedical Scientist by day, and I run a Brownie pack in the evenings. I’m a massive Harry Potter and musical theatre nut, and I sometimes make silver jewellery when I have chance. Oh, and I love to crochet, take photos, and have crazy coloured hair!
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Hannah Marshall
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Hi everyone, I’m Hannah! I’m originally from near Burnley in England but I’m now training to treat cancer using radiation in Belfast, Northern Ireland!
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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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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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Erin Coates
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I live with my Husband, Daughter, and very large labradoodle Winston in Wiltshire. I love walking, swimming, paddle boarding, reading and spending time with my friends. My greatest passion is travelling the world with my family.
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Erica Oliveira
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I live in South West London now, but I am originally from Sao Paulo/Brazil. I’m a Cancer Research Scientist but in my spare time, I love to watch series, play games, read books, and do exercises.
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Emma Weir
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I’m a neuroscientist PhD student growing mini brain models in Cardiff 🧠, but I’m originally from Newcastle.
I live with three of my friends who are also neuroscientists. I like growing houseplants, buying candles and cuddling my dog when I travel home.
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Edd Bilbe
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I live and work just north of Reading. I normally cycle to work and I cook from scratch every day. I am dyslexic and very good at my job.
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Chris Meyer
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I live with my wife and dog in Lincoln. I have been swing dancing for 20 years. That is dances from the 20’s to 50’s, so Lindy hop, Balboa and Jive, which we also teach. Recently retired, so have taken up bowls! Have a classic car to polish and fix so it can stay on the road.
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Cheukyau (Jane) Luk
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I came from Hong Kong and am currently a PhD student researching on obesity and diabetes in University of Leeds. I have a lot of interests including singing, learning different languages and working out in the gym.
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Charlene Hoad
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I live and work in London, spend a lot of my time going to the theatre and walks (whenever the weather allows!).
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Catherine Holt
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I live in Doncaster with my husband and two teenage children. I travel all over the UK and Europe supporting the UK space sector and get to meet some amazing people. I go to mixed martial arts classes and like watching TV.
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Austeja Bakulaite
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I live in Portsmouth and I am currently doing a PhD in Biomedical science. I am vegan and very passionate about animal rights! I also love going on long walks and playing guitar.
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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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Angela Short
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I live in Caerphilly, South Wales with my elderly cat. When I’m not working as a Biomedical Scientist, I like to go on long hikes and wild camp.
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Angela Douglas
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I live in the Scottish Highlands, north of Inverness and have been a forester for over 30 years and love it! Luckily, often I can take my dog(s) with me 🙂 I enjoy being outside, walking, gardening and have started to re-learn to play the piano!
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Amy Stockwell
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I live in Banbury, Oxfordshire. Most of my work is on the computer, so I spend my evenings playing the flute and my holidays in a tent. I always have chocolate in my bag!
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Alison Tidy
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I live with my family (2 children) in Derby with 3 cats, and I am a Plant Scientist. I love spending time outside, whether this is walking in the Peak District, visiting the sea or going to the park, and when I have the opportunity I enjoy kayaking and rock climbing. In the evenings I love watching disney films with the kids and reading a good sci-fi or fantasy book.
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Alison Benn
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Engineer who loves cats, football and singing.
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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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