Author: Kathryn Bastow

My life, my work: Weiru Liu

“I can make contributions not just at the Faculty or the research group level but at the University level too, and it gets me thinking about bigger research strategies rather than just my own immediate research interests.”

Professor Weiru Liu has only been in the Faculty of Engineering at Bristol for a little over four years, but already has made a huge impact, not just in her research into Intelligent Autonomous Systems, but also as School Research Director, Faculty Research Director and more recently in a new role as Associate Dean for Temple Quarter Campus (Research & Enterprise).… Read more

Bespoke Careers: Isobel Lloyd

“It was a shock to join the university (from industry): I was allowed unexpected freedom to plan units, to include field trips and whatever material I wanted to create.”

Dr.… Read more

Diversity is a huge strength: Cameron Hall

“Science and Engineering both really benefit from diverse perspectives, and developing scientists and engineers really benefit from seeing more role models like themselves.”

To celebrate LGBTQ+ in STEM Day, we talked to Cameron Hall, a lecturer in Engineering Maths and also the Faculty’s LGBTQ+ representative.… Read more

From apprentice to Research Technician and onwards: Mictroy Mitchell

“I will probably end up teaching and mentoring whilst still working in the University.… Read more

Flexible working: Yasemin Gezer

“Be confident about what is best for you.”

Yasemin Gezer has worked in the Professional Services Team in SCEEM since 2019 as a Student Administrator for Engineering Maths.… Read more

Change in Career Path: Allison McIntosh-Smith

“It’s never too late to change direction… Just go for it, be curious, be adventurous and take a chance!”

Allison McIntosh-Smith has been in the faculty since 2013 and recently changed career paths, from a Professional services role as an Office Administration Manager to a Technical services role as a Laboratory Technician.… Read more