This year, I’ve been extremely grateful to have been awarded a Diversity in Science grant from the Biochemical Society to help facilitate the launch of an engagement and advocacy project that’s been brewing in my mind for a long time. It’s a podcast called Querdy (a mash up of the words Queer and Nerdy), which aims to showcase queer scientists, researchers, and specialists with the help of nerdy performers and comedians. Continue reading Science and the Queer Agenda
Despite the existence of staff LGBTQ+ networks at a majority of universities, many LGBTQ+ identifying staff are not openly out in the workplace. It is hardly surprising that students find it difficult to be open about their sexuality when there is a lack of representation and supportive student-oriented networks. Continue reading Being Openly LGBTQ+ in STEM
When people talk about renewable energy, they usually refer to solar, wind and geothermal sources. These are generally the domain of physical mechanical processes that have no reliance upon any living organisms. But what if the life sciences could also play a role in the new energy paradigm? Enter the fascinating world of bioenergy. Continue reading Biology and Renewable Energy
So after years spent in the lab working on your PhD project, the time has finally come to write it all up. For many scientists this is the most daunting task throughout their studies, if not career. While some people love writing and will have it done in no time, others might struggle and find the process mentally draining. Continue reading 5 tips on how to write your PhD thesis and stay sane
