Author: Kathryn Bastow

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

Promotions and Progression: Valeska Ting

“Don’t be afraid to move out of your comfort zone or to put yourself out there.”

Professor Valeska Ting is the new Faculty Research Director for Engineering, and a Professor of Smart Nanomaterials within Mechanical Engineering.… Read more