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Tia Salter
About Me:
I’m senior professional development officer for the Royal Society of Biology (RSB). I studied Biochemistry at university (twice!). I enjoy collecting houseplants, reading fantasy novels and playing video games and D&D in my free time.
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Steve Markham
About Me:
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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Sharron Kenny
About Me:
I live with my partner and daughter in Hexham. I am a Research Scientist during the week and a Farmer at the weekends. I love reading. walking my dogs and Spending time with the sheep, cows and horses.
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Sarah-Jane Potts
About Me:
Mechanical Engineering Lecturer working on printable electronics and sustinable energy. When I’m not giving lectures or covered in ink you can find me doing arts and crafts or dancing.
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Sam Page
About Me:
I live in a small town in between London and Cambridge, in the same town as my workplace. At weekends, I explore my local area or travel to Lincoln to stay with my partner. I love watching movies and reading books, especially science-fiction.
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Rouzana Pulikkal Thumbayil
About Me:
I am a scientist working in Johnson Matthey, Reading. I work Monday to Friday from around 9 to 4.30 in the office and the rest of the time I spend with my family. I love Chemistry and teaching or tutoring, more than that I love inspiring or motivating others. I live with my husband and my two beautiful kids in Reading. I don’t have any other close relatives in the UK. Luckily I have many good friends around me.
Until my masters, I studied in India and then moved out of the country with my husband. I am Muslim, as you can see from (I belive you can guess) the profile picture with me wearing hijab. One year in Norway, 6-7 years in Denmark and finally settled in the UK. I did my PhD from Denmark.
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Raymond Cadoc Miles
About Me:
I live in Cambridge. I love Sicilian food, Judo and Kayaking. I am a clinical scientist in Bioinformatics.
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Penny Timpert
About Me:
I’m a polymer science technologist and I’m a mum of three teenage boys. I grew up outside Chester, handy for the mountains of Snowdonia and the seaside. I love hiking and being in the water. Luckily I work in Switzerland now so both are still close by!
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Paul Wiggins
About Me:
I live near Durham with my wife and two kids. I am an analytical chemist working near Middlesbrough. I love reading fantasy books and playing table tennis, and I am a member of my local church.
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Nick Downer
About Me:
I live with my partner in West Yorkshire. I love to travel and go on adventures, one of my goals is to see as much of the world as possible!
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Natasha Pushkin
About Me:
Originally from Essex/East London I now live in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire with my husband and cat Varjaka.
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Michael Taylor
About Me:
My undergraduate degree was in Maths and Physics and I hold a PhD in Nuclear Structure Physics. I’m an academic at the University of Manchester currently working in proton beam therapy, researching and developing novel techniques and technologies to improve proton beam therapy for cancer care.
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Meghan Thorneloe
About Me:
I live with my partner in a cottage in Oxfordshire. We love being outdoors and spend the weekend cycling and exploring! I’m also a big Ipswich Town FC fan and have been to games with my Dad since I was a child.
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Martin Pike
About Me:
I am a 52 year old married father of two children, a radiologist by trade, I am interested in many subjects beyond my work, especially aeroplanes. I build balsa wood planes that fly by themselves.
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Luke Norman
About Me:
I live in Nottingham with my partner, and am a Science Communicator at the University of Nottingham. I love getting to present science in front of an audience! My hobbies are reading (mainly Sci-fi and fantasy books), as well as TV and Film (currently watching a lot of Star Trek for an upcoming science public engagement event)!
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Lauren Graham
About Me:
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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Kerry Ann Brown
About Me:
I’m from Brighton in Sussex and now live in Exeter, Devon. I love surfing, snowboarding, and being outside in the fresh air!
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Kathryn Walker
About Me:
I live in Kendal with my young family. I’m a Process Engineer by day and (when I get a chance!) enjoy yoga, fell walking, travelling and cooking.
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John Turner
About Me:
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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Jess Hawkins
About Me:
I live in Birmingham with my partner Harry. We are both studying for PhDs in Chemistry. In the evenings I go climbing, practise yoga, and I crochet! I love reading, and watching Parks and Recreation
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Jemma Kerns
About Me:
I live in Lancashire with my husband and son. I always start my working day with a mocha, and another chocolate intake at 3pm! I’m a wife, Mum, daughter, sister, auntie, friend, scientist, and kick-boxer!
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Jarrod Hart
About Me:
I am a chemical engineer who is helping find sustainable ways to make all the stuff we need – houses, cell phones, cars and so on!
I am also a dad of 3 😜
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Gemma Chew
About Me:
I am a Research Chemist at a company called Apex Molecular in the North West. I spend my day working in a lab carrying out experiments to make new molecules.
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Emma Agnew
About Me:
I’m from the Highlands of Scotland, but now live in East Lothian with my husband, little boy and dog (Finn the fox terrier). I love being outdoors so as soon as I’m clocked off from work you’ll find me in the sea doing some wild swimming or walking through the a muddy forest with my dog.
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Emily Hill
About Me:
Hi! I’m Emily. I live on the West Coast of Scotland with my partner and our dog, Jessie. During the day, I am an Environmental Analyst for a Salmon Farming company.
When I’m not working, I love exploring the outdoors with Jessie and I’m usually close to water, be it a loch or the sea! I also love to cook and play video games. -
Ellie Mackay
About Me:
“Hi! I’m Ellie — a scientist, documentary filmmaker, and drone pilot who loves exploring remote nd wild places – from the Arctic to forests, oceans, and all the small creatures in between. When I’m not in the sky or behind a camera, I’m helping students spot hidden stories in nature and telling them through film.”
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Elisa Castagnari
About Me:
I love dancing and swimming, and I take salsa and bachata classes. I also enjoy yoga, good food (I’m Italian, after all 😄), and listening to Taylor Swift. 💃🍝🎶
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Eleanor Yates
About Me:
My name is Ellie and I live in Sheffield. I am a materials chemist who loves to bake, crochet, and go to Zumba classes. I’m also currently trying to get better at running!
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EBRAHIM SALEHI
About Me:
My name is Ebrahim Salehi, a Doctor of Mechanical Engineering with a background in building services, boasting around 35 years of experience worldwide. I specialize in designing and installing all mechanical and electrical services for various types of buildings, including hospitals, residential, commercial, and educational facilities, from conceptual design to fully detailed coordinated designs.
For over 20 years, I served as a university lecturer in mechanical engineering, focusing specifically on new, green, and renewable energy, as well as energy management. I have a passion for learning every second and am eager to help and teach others. Additionally, I am known for my kindness, friendliness, and adventurous spirit as an engineer.
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Dimple Pathania
About Me:
I am a PhD researcher and an early career environmental scientist.
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Codie Freeman
About Me:
I’m a BSc pharmaceutical chemistry student currently on a placement year working as an Analytical Chemist. I love learning new things, seeing live music and watching Arsenal play. ⚽🧪
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Charlotte Maughan Jones
About Me:
I live with my husband and 3 young children in Kent. I am a lecturer (someone who teaches adults) and x-ray research scientist who used to be a horse vet! I love animals and doughnuts, and if i’m not in the lab, i’m probably singing and dancing on stage!
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Caroline Roche
About Me:
I am a Control Systems Engineer, developing software for the nuclear industry. In my spare time, I like to spend as must as possible outdoors; exploring, hiking or down on the archery field.
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Calum Cunningham
About Me:
I’m a nuclear materials scientist living with my partner in Oxfordshire. I enjoy sports and exercise, especially rugby and running, and I love travelling, but I also love sitting at home on my PlayStation or reading a good book!
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Bethany Waller-Scott
About Me:
I live in Birmingham. I’m a specialist by day 👩🔬 and an amateur book reviewer in the evenings! I also do musical theatre as a hobby and lover performing on stage🎵. I also love animals, camping and pizza!
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Bethany Clarke
About Me:
I live in the North East of England, just outside Middlesbrough, with my husband. I’m a PhD Student who loves space, and I’m Scout and love spending my time hiking in the hills. I love running, reading, and playing board games!
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Audrey Rago
About Me:
I live in London, but I am originally from Boston, USA. I am a Sustainability Engineer, so I spend most weekdays at a manufacturing plant, and in the evenings I like going to concerts and seeing friends. On the weekends I like to get outside, whether it’s cycling, walking or reading in the park, and in the winter I love to go skiing.
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Arlene Skipper
About Me:
I am originally from Ayrshire in Scotland but now living and working in south east England with my family. In my free time I enjoy travelling, drinking coffee, gardening and interior design.
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Antony Hodgson
About Me:
Hello! I’m a Systems Engineering Graduate living in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Originally from the Lake District, I love hiking, running and being outdoors. I’m also a private pilot, and I fly light aircraft and microlights whenever possible!
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Amber Villegas - Williamson
About Me:
I’m a Data Centre Engineering Expert, total geek, wannabe comedian, dog lover and all round STEM enthusiast.
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Amal Lavender
About Me:
I am someone that likes to naturally lead, get things done and do the right thing.
I’m bubbly, truly enjoy helping others succeed and making changes for the positive. -
Allyson McIntyre
About Me:
I live in Macclesfield, however, I am originally from Scotland I love horses and have been riding since I was a little girl and own my own horse.
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Alex Ttofi
About Me:
Typical Analytical Scientist – Not the media type Nerd – but like to Have Fun in the job whilst solving serious Oil based chemistry issues
