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  • Sharon Madzorera

    About Me:

    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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    Latest Question:
    What was the biggest challenge to get to your position? What is your advice to overcome it?

  • Regan Hayward

    About Me:

    I currently live in Germany with my young family pursuing a science career. I enjoy the flexibility of my job and also living in Europe, where travel is very easy. I come from a small town in New Zealand which most people have never heard of called Rangiora. Originating from NZ, I subscribe to following cricket and rugby, which there is always a good contest against England (ideally not drawn games though)

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  • Priyanka Surana

    About Me:

    I am from India 🇮🇳. I did my undergraduate and PhD 👩🏻‍🎓 education in the USA 🇺🇸. Then, worked in Australia before coming to the UK. I enjoy exploring art 🖼 and traveling 🧳 in my free time.

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    Latest Question:
    Hello, I was wondering what is it like studying abroad? Also, is there anything that stood out to you when working in

  • Mukta Deobagkar

    About Me:

    Hi! I am Mukta. I live with my partner in Oxford and am a researcher at the university. I am originally from India but have lived and worked in the UK for many years. In addition to my work as a scientist, I enjoy food, travel, books, gardening and bird-watching.

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    Latest Question:
    Do you enjoy doing research, does it ever get boring?

  • Michael Ellis

    About Me:

    I am originally from York, currently living near Oxford and working as a research assistant. I enjoy football, F1 and motorcycle racing, alongside long walks with my lovely dog.

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  • Matthew Swift

    About Me:

    I am a neuroscientist at the University of Nottingham. I live with my fiancée who is also a scientist so nerdy conversations are pretty common in our household! I love most sports but primarily Football (Unfortunately Stoke City) and Ice Hockey (the mighty Ottawa Senators). I’m also a huge reader and a bit of history buff.

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    Latest Question:
    Why should I enter a genetic/DNA based job? What are the best opportunities in the job/s?

  • Maria Kalyva

    About Me:

    I live in Cambridge, UK. I am a cancer research in the day and sing & have fun with my friends at night. I really like computers, learning about life itself and travelling around the world. I grew up in Greece, where I lived in a big city but also in an island. What I liked mostly there was the sea, cold coffee and the waves!

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    Latest Question:
    Are you looking forward to the Genetics Zone? Students will be able to send questions (like this!), and there will be

  • Kaye Eve-Rowe

    About Me:

    I live with my partner in Oxford. I am a Laboratory Technician! I enjoy longboarding and skateboarding and like to collect vinyls

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    Latest Question:
    how long to zebra fish live for?

  • Katie Pickup

    About Me:

    I’m a third year PhD student in Edinburgh studying stem cells. I love chocolate, making myself chunky crochet cardigans, and windy walks on Scottish beaches. I’m also helping make a science podcast through my university!

     

     

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    Latest Question:
    could i multiply my own cells

  • Jonathan Smith

    About Me:

    I’m Developmental Biologist working in Edinburgh. I like to get outdoors in my spare time by Mountain climbing and cycling.

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    Latest Question:
    Are you looking forward to the Genetics Zone? Students will be able to send questions (like this!), and there will be

  • Irina Stefana

    About Me:

    Originally from Romania, I moved to the UK in 2009 after my university studies. I now live in Oxford with my husband and our toddler and tortoiseshell cat. I love travelling, cycling, long walks, audiobooks and good food. And, of course, cats!

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  • Gabrielle Harker

    About Me:

    Hi everyone! My name is Gaby, and I am a scientific research assistant for the Wellcome Sanger Institute currently living in Cambridge👩‍🔬. I really enjoy reading (particularly greek mythology), drawing, baking (especially gingerbread at Christmas) and movie nights 🙂

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    Latest Question:
    How close are we to a certain cure for cancer instead of just using chemotherapy?

  • Frank Schubert

    About Me:

    I am working at the University of Portsmouth on the sunny South Coast, but live with my partner in SW London.

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  • Francesco Iacoviello

    About Me:

    Hello everyone!

    I am Francesco and I come originally from Manfredonia a small city in the South of Italy, however during my scientific carreer I lived in different cities, and now I am working in Cambridge.

    When working in science life can be quite busy, but it is important to foster some extracurricular activities or feel-good hobbies.

    Weekly in my spare time I enjoy cooking and singing, while during weekends I like travelling to explore natural landscapes, or to practice bouldering. And it’s even better when I share all my passions with friends!

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    Latest Question:
    was it difficult going abroad for science, was it worth it?

  • Emily Southworth

    About Me:

    I’m Emily and I live in Edinburgh, Scotland. I am studying for a PhD where I work in a laboratory during the day and in the evenings, I like to play football, go running and meeting up with friends. I also help run a podcast where we talk about all things science!

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    Latest Question:
    Whats your favourite xbox game?

  • Emily Miedzybrodzka

    About Me:

    Hi! I’m Emily, a biomedical scientist. I love being outdoors so I recently moved back to Edinburgh to be closer to the hills and the sea (and family – but don’t tell my mum that!)

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  • Elly Stamp

    About Me:

    Hi I’m Elly!

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

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    Latest Question:
    What have you learnt from your job?

  • Eddie Cano Gamez

    About Me:

    My name is Eddie Cano Gamez. I was born in a small town near Mexico City in Mexico. Nowadays, I live with my partner in Oxford and work as a researcher. I love music and enjoy playing the guitar and singing. I also love reading and cooking. My favourite book is Rebecca and my favourite dish is tacos.

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    Latest Question:
    What music do you like ?

  • Ed Tunnacliffe

    About Me:

    Hi, I’m Ed! I’m a postdoctoral researcher living in London. I love playing football, reading books, and cooking my favourite foods (and then eating them of course!).

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  • Daniel Biggs

    About Me:

    I am a husband and a father. I enjoy spending time at home with my family, and playing video games.

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    Latest Question:
    Do you enjoy doing research, does it ever get boring?

  • Clare Cornwell

    About Me:

    I live with my partner in Cambridgeshire. We have loads of pets! (see below). I enjoy horror/thriller movies, books and games, travelling around the world and Italian food! I love the Autumn because of Halloween; you can usually find me at Alton Towers during it! I currently work at the Sanger Institute organising all the library preparation and sequencing submissions for Human Genetics.

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    Latest Question:
    What’s one thing you like about genetics and one thing you wish was different?

  • Chris Pyatt

    About Me:

    I live near Cambridge with my wife, son and dog. I work in the clinical genetics lab at Addenbrookes Hospital as a bioinformatician. Outside of work I enjoy food, running, films, and video games (when I have time).

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    Latest Question:
    what is your salary

  • Chris O'Callaghan

    About Me:

    I live with my family in Oxford. I am a medical researcher and a medical doctor. I also teach students. Outside work, I enjoy cooking, running and mountain walking!

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    Latest Question:
    If you had to convince someone to start science what would you say?

  • Charli Corcoran

    About Me:

    I live with my husband, three children and our dog on the outskirts of Edinburgh.  I am a Zebrafish Facility Technician and I look after zebrafish used in genetic research, but after work is finished for the day I can be found coaching trampolining and football.  I love running, baking, scuba diving and I make my own clothes.

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    Latest Question:
    What a levels did you chose?

  • Charlene Kay

    About Me:

    Hello! My name is Charlene and I work in a breast cancer research lab. We study why some patients with breast cancer stop responding to their medication. I live in Edinburgh with my partner and our three kids, ages 7, 9 and 11. I enjoy reading, running, playing football and cycling.

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    Latest Question:
    what is your salary

  • Carys Williams

    About Me:

    Hello! My name is Carys, a PhD student at Oxford University researching biochemistry. I live with my partner and we both powerlift in our evenings. I love dogs, hiking, and Harry Potter!

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  • Alisha Dordi

    About Me:

    Hello Hello! 🙂

    My name is Alisha and I am originally from India but born and raised in Dubai.

    I recently moved to Cambridge from Birmingham to work with the Wellcome Sanger Institute and I couldn’t be more excited to be in a new city.

    When not working with cancer cells, I enjoy going on tours of museums, watching ocean documentaries (despite being terrified of the deep sea!) and exploring new cuisines / restaurants.

    Come have a chat if you want to learn more about Biology or ask me anything! 🙂

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    Latest Question:
    What was your favourite job that you did?

  • Ailish Tynan

    About Me:

    I work at the University of Edinburgh as a PhD student. At the weekends, I love going on road trips to explore the beautiful Scottish scenery or wandering around the museums in Edinburgh. I also enjoy going to a weekly pub quiz with my friends!

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    Latest Question:
    What do psychologists do when what they want to get is unethical?

  • Susan Campbell

    About Me:

    I live in Fife with my 8yr old son.  After I finish my day as a research technician you will either find me training at my kickboxing club (along with my son) or out in the hills running.  I love to keep active and get out in the fresh air as much as I can.

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    Latest Question:
    What’s one thing you like about genetics and one thing you wish was different?

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  • Matthew Brown

    About Me:

    Hi, I’m Matt. I’m a PhD student at the University of Oxford. I enjoy cooking, playing PC games, listening to music and watching various sports.

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  • Katrina Mccarten

    About Me:

    Hi, I am Katrina. I am currently a Postdoctoral researcher at the Wellcome Sanger Institute. I live in Hertfordshire with my partner and my dog 🐶. I enjoy walking, cooking, and gardening.

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    Latest Question:
    Do you enjoy doing research, does it ever get boring?

  • Katie Williams

    About Me:

    I live and work in Oxford, where I am training to be a Clinical Scientist in the Genetics Lab in an NHS hospital. I spend my spare time climbing and hanging upside down in aerial silks (think circus-style)!

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    Latest Question:
    What revision technique do you think was most effective when you were studying science?

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