Ramadan is a special month of reflection, community, and spiritual growth - but it can also be a challenging period for staff and students who are balancing fasting with the demands of work and study. Whether it’s staying focused, finding suitable prayer spaces, or managing energy levels, a bit of…
While I am sure this is hard to believe, I grew up in the 1990s. It’s fair to say that, in hindsight, I really struggled with accepting that I was gay when I was young(er). Actually, I’m not sure that accepting is really the right word….
….When I was at…
Senior Lecturer, Institute of Medical Sciences, SMMSN
What drove me to science is most certainly my curiosity and fascination for the beauties of the world around us. From natural wonders like the forces shaping our landscapes, the rhythm of tides, or the mystery of rainbows, to human creations such as architectural…
Senior Clinical Lecturer and Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist, Director, Aberdeen Centre for Research Excellence in Musculoskeletal Health
I didn’t grow up with a grand plan to become a scientist, or even a rheumatologist, if I’m honest. What drew me in was curiosity and people. I was interested in how the body…
Clinical Professor, School of Medicine, Medical Science & Nutrition
My journey into science began in the clinic, where caring for patients sparked a desire to understand the complex mechanisms underlying disease.
During my early clinical training, I became fascinated by the power of molecular microbiology to uncover how microbes drive…
Personal Chair, Rowett Institute, SMMSN
My interest in science began early, I loved studying science during school, and although I never considered a career in research, I enjoyed working as part of a team with a vision to improve health.
As my journey into STEM unfolded, I realise I needed…
Clinical Senior Lecturer, Institute Applied Health Science, SMMSN
From a young age I wanted to be a doctor, I really never considered any other career. My dolls used to have diabetes and measles when I was a little girl, and I loved all of the sciences at school. I was…
I remember my first day as a volunteer vividly. The overwhelming nerves, the worry that I would be out of my depths, but also the excitement that comes with doing something meaningful. From the community café back home in Northeast England where I started, to being the Treasurer for the Geoscience…
