By Elaine Gao, Department of Earth Science & Engineering
Over 3 evenings from 19 – 21 May, a team of 5 PhD and MSc students organized a Planet Earth themed science-outreach event under the global Pint of Science 2025 festival. Pint of Science is a non-profit organization that aims to connect the general public with the scientific community. The festival aims to provide a unique platform for science communication that is informal, broadly accessible, and fun for scientists and non-scientists alike.
This year’s event was held at the White Hart Brew Pub in central London. We had a great variety of speakers from early career scientists to established scientific leaders and industry experts. A summary of each night’s talks can be found on the Pint of Science website. Dr Nathan Johnson talked about the feasibility of climate change mitigation strategies, with an emphasis on what individuals can do; Dr Tim Blackburn shared on the incredible diversity of Moths in London and their pivotal role as nighttime pollinators; Professor Tina van de Flierdt brought us to Antarctica, sharing on the realities and rewards of fieldwork on ice; Arunne Sarasetsiri explored how filmmaking and climate storytelling can influence collective climate action; John Morley talked us through battery technology and the potential of mining waste as a resource; and finally, Dr David Jones talked about the wonderful ecology of earthworms and their importance to the health of the ecosystem.
Over 100 people attended the event, and on most evenings our venue was fully packed, with not a spare seat left in the room. It was heartening to see how engaged the audience was throughout the event – the allocated 10min for Q&A turned out to be woefully short, and many of the attendees had stayed back after the event to chat with the speakers. Given the Planet Earth theme, many topics naturally segued into climate change. Speakers shared about the importance of individual action in mitigating all scales of climate change, from aiding the global effort to achieve net-zero emissions, to increasing the diversity of moths and earthworms in our back gardens. Each evening ended with a short general knowledge trivia quiz, and though we did not top the global Pint of Science rankings, our audience enjoyed the opportunity for friendly competition (and the prizes) tremendously.
It was a highly successful event and a fantastic iteration of the Pint of Science festival. We hope the audience left the venue with just a bit more understanding about our natural environment, and a continuing curiosity to attend next year’s festival!
By Clara Finnigan, Postgraduate Student, Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction
Research is all about collaboration and communication. However, it can be daunting to meet new researchers, especially those outside of your immediate environment. We set up Early Academic Talks (EAT) to provide a space for Imperial Early Career Researchers (ECRs) to connect and present their research, helping break down barriers for collaboration and communication. Our fourth EAT session took place on Thursday, 24th of April.
This talk series is a cross-sectional initiative, aiming to oGer the opportunity for ECRs to meet and learn about the research at Imperial in a friendly and informal environment. These events take place every month and have 2-3 ECRs presenting the research they carry out at Imperial. It was a great event in which we saw a high turnout, with the talks stimulating excellent discussions between researchers. The students and postgraduates also enjoyed the post talk social with food and drinks in the Wolfson Canteen in the Commonwealth Building.
“I found this was an amazing opportunity to practice my presenting skills and to share my next career steps as a post-doc” – Iona Davies
The importance of communication between researchers cannot be emphasised enough. Here at Imperial, essential research is happening every day but not everyone always knows about it. EAT provides the space to disseminate knowledge and build networks with other Imperial ECRs. The series helps with presentation practice, as feedback is provided in a friendly and supportive environment. The series also supports researchers to communicate their work in an accessible way to allow it to be understood across the different disciplines here at Imperial.
Here are examples of some talks we have had in the past:
Rutian Ding, MRes Clinical Research – “Applying metabolomics strategies to assess postprandial variability in response to two extreme diets in people at risk of cardiovascular diseases.”
Jia Jun Lee, PhD – “Skin wound healing models – potential targets for diabetic wound healing.”
Iona Davis, Post-doc – “Investigating pancreatic and CNS GIPR signalling; Implications for the treatment of metabolic disease.”
“I learnt new tools and techniques for illustration for presenting academic research such as BioRender. Moreover, meeting new connections is one of the highlights from EAT!” – Onyinye Eze
The event series so far has provided a platform to practice presenting academic work and critically analyse research in a friendly space, fostering an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment. Personally, through the series I have further developed my presenting skills and ability to discuss my PhD project in more depth and answer more challenging questions from my peers. This has simultaneously facilitated broadening my Early Career Researcher network. We hope to see more of you ECRs at our next event!
Next Event: 29 May 2025, 16:10 – 17:00 – SB Seminar Room 10A, Conference Room, Hammersmith Campus. Event Detailshttps://linktr.ee/earlyacademictalks
A huge thank you to the Early Career Researcher Institute as our sponsors for this talk series!
! Look out for our fliers around the Hammersmith Campus !
Blog by Kaoutar Abaakil, Research Postgraduate, Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction
The Nutrition Section Away day took place on December 2nd, 2024, bringing together members from various research groups across the Nutrition section with the generous sponsorship of the Early Career Researcher Institute (ECRI). The event aimed to foster networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration. It was a fantastic event, with a strong turnout of students and researchers eager to connect and share ideas.
The day began with an informal networking lunch, providing a relaxed environment for students, post-doc researchers and principal investigators to engage with one another. This casual setting set the tone for the day, allowing participants to build connections before the formal program began.
The event officially opened with insightful talks from ECRI speakers Dr. Caroline Hargreaves and Dr. Anna Seabourne, offering valuable perspectives on learning about different stages in one’s research journey and strategies for professional development. The speakers also emphasised the importance of networking events like the one we were holding and provided guidance to identify the right contacts for addressing issues we might come across during our time at Imperial. A key focus of the discussions was the role of collaboration, networking, and the support available through ECRI for Master’s, PhD, and Early Career Researchers (ECRs). Through interactive activities, we also had a chance to discuss common challenges and concerns shared between us, reinforcing the sense of community and mutual support within the section. These activities also encouraged open dialogue and highlighted the collaborative spirit among the section.
Next, the event was followed by contributions from Dr. Racheal Barry and Dr. Aygul Dagbasi. Dr. Barry shared insights on her recent successful fellowship application and strategies for career development, while Dr. Dagbasi discussed lessons learned from her work leading the Ageing and Nutrient Sensing (AGENTs) initiative and how it benefited her career.
The day concluded with a talk by Professor Gary Frost, Head of theSection, who highlighted the importance of data integrity. His discussion emphasised the importance of setting best practices in data sharing and management, particularly in fostering transparency and collaboration across research groups. The discussion was also opened to all attendees to brainstorm ideas and share their insights in a cooperative manner.
The Nutrition Section Away Day was not only an opportunity to gain useful tools and knowledge for academic progression but also served as day for us to connect with peers, share ideas and address common challenges. Overall, it was a valuable experience that left participants feeling connected, informed and motivated.
We acknowledge the generous support of the Early Career Researcher Institute (ECRI) through the Postgraduate Community Fund, which made this event possible.
Written by Peter Bryan and Naima Adan, PhD Students from the Department of Bioengineering
Last month, Imperial College London’s Black Doctoral Network (BDN) held its inaugural inter-university event bringing together attendees from Imperial, London School of Economic (LSE), King’s College London (KCL), University College London (UCL), Cambridge, Bath, Swansea and more to share experiences, insights and anecdotes of postgraduate studies and careers. With over 40 attendees, the event was a resounding success.
Panel discussion
The event kicked off with a panel discussion hosted by Dr Wayne Mitchell, Associate Provost (Equality, Diversity and Inclusions). Joining Wayne was Kathryn Plummer, Patent Attorney at Carpmaels and Ransford, Dr Andrea Attipoe, co-founder of BDN and Microsystems Engineer at Beyond Blood Diagnostics, and Dr Emily Muller, Machine Learning Engineer at the Wellcome Trust and co-chair of Indaba.
The panel delved into their experiences as they transitioned from PhD researchers to their current careers. Andrea also discussed why he and Du-Shaine Murray started the network 4 years ago, and shared his vision for the BDN.
“We wanted this network to become a community to share joys and struggles, and to provide strong roots to navigate an environment that is often hostile to ethnic minorities.”
After the event we talked to Andrea and asked his thoughts on Empower and how he found coming back to the network..
“I thought the event was thoroughly enjoyed both by the audience and the panel. It’s always great to share your experience, hoping it can help someone who’s on a journey similar to yours. From the questions the audience asked, it was apparent that events like these are very much needed and appreciated by a Black community at Imperial that can often feel isolated and forgotten about. I’m very happy and proud that the network manages to provide the level of support and advice its members need to keep going with their head up proud!”
Wellbeing session
The second session focused on wellbeing, delving into the expectations and realities of the PhD process. Speakers shared methods and techniques for managing and protecting ourselves, and we learnt techniques to stabilise the journey.
“The comfort and familiarity of walking into a room with people who look like you and have an understanding or similar experience cannot be overstated” PhD student and BDN member
UK Black Research Network
The event sparked the creation of the UK Black Research Network (UK BRN). The purpose of the network is to support Black researchers during and after their PhDs and facilitate connections within and across universities. The network is based in a WhatsApp group chat where opportunities, events, resources, and socials are shared. The network’s first games night is already in the calendar!
Closing the event with Afro-Caribbean food and the obligatory selfie with Dr Sunday Popo-Ola, there was a powerful feeling of community as attendees reflected on the future of the BDN and new UK BRN.
Blog by Laila Kasuri, PhD Student, Centre for Environmental Policy
As a mum doing a PhD, I get my fair share of sympathetic yet awkward remarks. After all, very few of my colleagues inhabit the world that I am in. Instead of telling them unrelatable stories of how my kid who is teething kept me up all night, I tell them about Michelle Yeow’s character, Evelyn, in Everything, Everywhere all at once. Like Evelyn, I often find myself in two different universes, each encapsulating two different identities of myself. In one, I could be learning new approaches and methods, producing posters and learning to present my research in an ‘engaging’ way, while in another universe, I am sleep-training my 1-year-old, attending reading mornings at my 4 year-old’s school and visiting the GP once a week for vaccinations, postpartum visits, measles, colds, vaccinations, and a never-ending slew of other sicknesses. Then, there are the logistical challenges of managing a house, figuring out childcare, coordinating school pick-ups and drop-offs, meal prepping and laundry for a family of four and then trying to find yourself amidst the endless slew of chores. Sometimes, these universes overlap in undesirable ways, for example when I was forced to take a 30-minute nap in an office full of PhD students because of sleep deprivation, only reminding me that I am a mom, a house manager and a PhD student everywhere, all at once.
But I list these challenges not to scare anyone – instead, I want to point out that in spite of these challenges that seem unsurmountable, pursuing a PhD as a mum is very doable, if not conducive to raising kids, because of the flexibility it affords in comparison to full-time work, not to mention rewarding. The goal of this post is to offer insights from my personal journey and to provide information on the resources available at Imperial that one can draw upon for support along the way.
If you are a parent, the first thing to know is that there is no universe, not mine nor Evelyn’s where you can manage a PhD without a good advisor. That is not an easy task, so make sure you choose the best advisor, who will support you as a parent as well. Then, it is imperative to have some degree of financial security. This could be in the form of a scholarship, a studentship, or part-time work. At Imperial, there are many such options available, and many of these are not listed on the website so the best thing to do is to email professors who interest you and ask around. Once you find an advisor who you click with, the funding will follow.
Next up, you will need a plan for childcare, whether it is in the form of a spouse, nanny, au pair, or the lucky few who have the ‘grandma’ close by. Luckily, Imperial has its own on-site nursery which has excellent trained staff, healthy meals and the fee is heavily subsidized. There is a wait-list like most good things, but it isn’t terribly long, so if you apply early enough, you will only need to wait a few months.
For housing, here you will need to seek support outside of Imperial. Through Google and word of mouth, we discovered that there are a handful of non-profit housing associations in London that specifically cater to international student families. They provide affordable yet very desirable housing to students across the various universities of London and while the demand for this housing is high and supply is low, if you search and apply early enough, you have a higher chance of getting a housing spot. We went this route and did luck out and were allocated a spot as soon as we arrived in London.
Even though your journey as a PhD parent will be unique and set you apart from your peers, it need not be socially isolating. Imperial offers a range of activities, events and clubs that you can join. In my case, I often participate at the many events that Imperial specifically organizes for its PhD student families through the Imperial International Family Network. This is a great initiative because I have not heard of other universities within the UK that do this. Through this, I have attended some wonderful plays, shows and events, from Cirque du Soleil to Kew Gardens, all with my family and also met other PhD students across the departments. Through these events, I don’t feel like I am missing out socially, not to mention I spend time with my kids AND my parent colleagues.
On the Tube heading to South Kensington
The last advice I have is on time management and organization. There will be never enough hours in the day to do everything. You will have to build a schedule around your family, because you are a mom doing a PhD, not a PhD student who is parenting. The difference between the two is that your primary responsibility will be taking care and safeguarding your children so your PhD work will be woven into your everyday life, not the other way around. This will usually mean working more from home, spending shorter office hours, saying no to many of the conferences your colleagues are going to and prioritizing the things that need getting done. As much as we would like to have it all, we cannot have it all at the same time.
This last advice is easier said than done, and I imagine it will remain a struggle for parents throughout their lives, outside of a PhD even. But for now, what has helped me the most, and this might resonate with other PhD students who don’t fit the mould – whether they are older, have caring responsibilities or any other attribute that sets them apart – is to surround yourself with peoples, supervisors, staff and colleagues, who will protect and respect your individual journey.
Enjoying an ice-cream outside Sherfield Building
I am not the first mum doing a PhD at Imperial and I won’t be the last. However, I know that our stories are not the norm – indeed we are going against the grain. But there is nothing wrong with forging that path. And for the parents who want to be prospective PhD students here at Imperial, if you want to pursue a doctoral degree, whether it is for a career transition, career progression, personal growth, or simply a passion project, find a good advisor and then take that leap! I say this because not too long ago, I was in your shoes, but I can tell you now that there isn’t anything you can’t do because you’re already doing the hardest (and unpaid) job ever.
As a PhD student, I embarked on this journey to turn my research into something helpful for society. To address real-world problems, interdisciplinary work must be undertaken, involving extensive collaboration to translate research output into something practical and meaningful for people. I had planned to do this as part of my PhD, which meant that I had very limited time to make it happen, and I faced struggles and questions from many people who doubted whether what I was doing could be considered as PhD research in Engineering. I was almost ready to give up on my idea to pursue this topic. However, fortunately, I received abundant support from my supportive supervisors and the available resources at Imperial. It is important that you, as a student, know what is available to support you in your work, and be able to leverage this to make the most of your research and its potential benefits to society.
Here, I would like to share my story and key successes to help make your project impactful. Firstly, you have to clearly communicate your goal and firmly stand by your idea if you know that your work has the potential to be very useful for the public. In my case, as a PhD student developing a tool for people in low-resource settings, it is crucial to ensure that the innovation I created during my PhD is practical for people in developing countries. Without launching workshops and participatory programmes, it is almost impossible to gauge the feasibility of the application. Although we may not be able to successfully launch cutting-edge technology, it is still very worthwhile to learn about the limitations of current technology.
Remember to always seek help and support – this is the most important thing. Creating impact from your PhD research takes time and effort. At Imperial, many resources could help you transform your research into something impactful. There is a team helping you go through ethics preparation before submitting your work to the Ethics Approval Team. There is a Social Engagement team that organises masterclasses to help you learn about social engagement and how to conduct participatory research. The Enterprise Lab also has several programmes that could accompany you and help you cultivate the idea and turn it into something profitable via incubation and start-up competitions. Most importantly, for those who have no idea about what to do and where to start, the Graduate School has created the Research Impact Programme, which will teach you to understand what Research Impact is and why it is very important for PhD students.
The Research Impact Programme offers a wide range of courses to equip students with business skills, social engagement, and policymaking knowledge. I joined this programme because I know these courses are invaluable for PhD students who aspire to make a difference but may not know where to start. Thankfully, I participated in FUMO+ and attended courses under this programme. Now, I’m here to ensure that the programme can offer something to meet your expectations. Just like you, I’m a PhD student with ambitious dreams! I understand the challenges we face, but with the unwavering support of the Graduate School, my passion resonates, enabling me to effectively communicate my work to various stakeholders.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned after working closely with Imperial staff, it’s that they always listen to students’ voices. This isn’t just applicable to academic staff but also includes support staff. Imperial offers supportive staff who provide almost real-time assistance, which you can access by scheduling 1-1 coaching sessions.
I firmly believe that many PhD students at Imperial are pursuing high-impact research topics. By connecting and deploying with the various available resources offered by the Graduate School, you’ll be able to turn your project into something beyond what you can imagine. I have faith in my ability to make a difference, and I believe in yours too. Please access the links for further information on what the Graduate School can offer you and how to sign up for courses on the Research Impact Programme.
I have support as a Student Programme Partner from the Graduate School and received boundless support from Dr Victoria Crossley.
On January 15th, we had the pleasure of hosting the Vaccine Bioscience Seminar, part of the Winter Seminar Series. This was the first event we organised—a kick-off for the Vaccine Student Research Network. Our aim was to provide an interdisciplinary perspective on vaccine research for postgraduate students and offer a first glimpse into the breadth of science taking place at Imperial.
While the COVID-19 pandemic now seems to be behind us, this seminar helped us to reflect on these years and the crucial role of vaccine technology. Throughout the afternoon, we discussed public health and pandemic management through various lenses.
The event drew big name speakers, each of whom contributed a significant piece of a big-picture discussion. To start, Dr. Ferdinando Insalata presented the mathematical foundations of the SIREN study, a unique and powerful UK-led clinical study that helped inform policymakers about COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness. Then, Dr. Zoltán Kis shared insights into building sufficient production capacity for the next pandemics. Zoltán introduced digital tools to facilitate knowledge sharing among vaccine developers and manufacturers. His vision of distributed manufacturing to enhance vaccine supply in low- and middle-income countries was undoubtedly inspirational for many of us. Following this, we had the chance to listen to Dr. Simon Barton from the NHS, who delivered a thought-provoking talk on how we can learn from the HIV experience for future vaccine development. He emphasised the essential role of public health behaviours in limiting transmissions. In a hopeful concluding note, Prof. Robin Shattock showcased in his keynote presentation the potential of self-amplifying RNA technology to address many unmet medical needs. At the end of the sessions, Imperial students seized the opportunity to discuss the future of vaccine research with our panel of experts: upcoming vaccines in clinical pipelines, future regulatory challenges, and improved vaccine accessibility.
Overall, we are proud to have organised such an event, attracting over 100 attendees from various departments. We all felt that we learned something valuable about vaccine technologies and vaccine innovations. It was wonderful to see how the UK ecosystem, especially the diverse Imperial community, is a vibrant place for concrete and impactful vaccine research. We are now even more excited about our upcoming seminars organised for the large postgraduate student’s community from across four faculties at Imperial. We are also looking forward to inviting you to our annual conference in September. Stay tuned and check out our network’s website!
Blog by Sophie Kraunsoe, Research Postgraduate, Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction
On the 10th of July, for the second year running, the Francis Crick Institute hosted the Crick-partner Universities PhD Student Summer Symposium providing an opportunity to bring together biosciences students from across London. Students from all stages of their PhDs from first years to final years presented their science and had a chance to network with peers across multiple universities including Imperial College London, UCL and King’s College London.
We kick started the day with a series of excellent mini symposia on topics ranging from neuroscience to cancer and immunology. Talks were contributed by students from all universities and year groups giving the chance to practice communicating science and giving feedback in a supportive and encouraging environment. The breath of topics covered was very impressive and displayed the full range of exciting science that PhD students in London are researching. Discussions were continued after the talks with two poster sessions where more students were able to share their work and network with peers.
The symposium had an additional focus on wellbeing in academia supported by a panel discussion of experts chaired by Fryni Panayidou (Crick student support and wellbeing lead) and including Crick group leader, Jeannine Hess, Imperial faculty of medicine senior tutor, Jeffrey Vernon, PhD student and researcher of the impact of loneliness/mental health on postgraduate student, Luqmaan Waqar and University of Surrey lecturer, Cassie Hazell. All the invited panellists gave a short talk detailing their insights into the problems and possible solutions to tackling how to improve wellbeing in an academic context. This was followed by an engaging discussion based on questions submitted by the audience; there were so many questions that these are being followed up beyond the symposium with an email due to be sent to all attendees with comments on the questions we didn’t have time for on the day.
Following on from the panel discussion, we welcomed keynote speaker, Professor Molly Steven from Imperial College London who gave an inspiring talk on the use of bioengineering tools to address challenging problems in healthcare from diagnostics to therapeutics. Seeing how such a multidisciplinary lab conduct their research was hugely inspiring for our audience.
The day concluded with a networking social of wine, cheese and jazz music providing the ambience and atmosphere to relax and socialise after a long day of science. Prizes were awarded for the best poster and talks in each year group as well as an overall prize after attendees voted for their favourites throughout the day. Hopefully, attendees left feeling more connected to the PhD student community in London having had an opportunity to learn about each other’s research and meet each other in person!
We are very grateful to the Postgraduate Community Fund for their support in organising this event.
Blog by Xinyi Guo, Doctoral Student, PG Academic and Welfare Officer of FoNS, Centre for Environmental Policy
On the balmy afternoon of 13th July, the venue of Beit Quad played host to a remarkable gathering of academic brilliance and camaraderie – the PhD Summer BBQ event. Approximately 100 passionate PhD students came together to celebrate a day filled with laughter, learning, and the joy of forging new connections. Free food and drinks were provided on the day of the event for all PhD students who attended. As the scent of sizzling barbecues filled the air, so did the atmosphere with an unmistakable sense of excitement and enthusiasm. The event was a melting pot of diverse research interests and backgrounds, sparking captivating conversations and intellectual exchange.
The PhD summer BBQ ran last year and was well-received, with more than hundred students attending. This year, the FoNS team was more ambitious, determined to create an even more unforgettable experience. Xinyi Guo, the Event’s organizer, acknowledged the challenge of reaching out to all postgraduate students effectively, but the team was determined to surpass expectations. Since the team knows that many students from the previous year would be eager to enjoy the activity within faculty, along with a host of new faces. The response exceeded all expectations, with tickets selling out two weeks before the event and a flood of emails from people seeking spare tickets leading up to the big day. The overwhelming demand validated the team’s efforts and confirmed the genuine excitement surrounding the event.
The atmosphere at the PhD Summer BBQ and drink event was nothing short of exuberant, with PhD students from diverse disciplines coming together to revel in the festivities. Laughter echoed through the air as intellectual conversations seamlessly merged with moments of relaxation. The delightful aroma of grilled delicacies mingled with the clinking of glasses, creating a harmonious symphony of enjoyment. As the day unfolded, the students were seen engaging in animated discussions, sharing their research insights, and exchanging ideas. Amidst the camaraderie and good cheer, new friendships were forged, and academic connections strengthened.
As the sun dipped below the horizon, signalling the end of the PhD Summer BBQ and drink event, there was a sense of fulfilment and camaraderie that lingered in the air. Beyond the delicious food and vibrant ambiance, the event achieved something far more profound – it brought together a community of kindred spirits, united by a shared passion for knowledge and research. Throughout the day, intellectual discussions flowed freely, creating an environment that fostered collaboration and learning beyond the confines of lecture halls and laboratories. The joyous spirit of the occasion was palpable, as the students immersed themselves in the celebration, leaving behind the rigors of their studies for a while. The PhD Summer BBQ and drink event proved to be an enchanting blend of academic camaraderie and social bliss, leaving all participants with heart-warming memories to cherish.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Graduate School for their generous support as sponsors of the PhD Summer BBQ and drink event. Their contribution has enabled us to create an inclusive and enriching experience for PhD students, strengthening the bonds of camaraderie and fostering intellectual exchange.
I’m on the MRes in Biomedical research course and many, if not all, of the career talks, resources and email adverts are all veering towards academia. Not to say this isn’t a good thing, many of us want to go down the academic route. However, my fellow reps and I have identified that there is a sizeable proportion of our course who do not want an academic career or are yet to be successful in securing one.
With that in mind, we planned a careers event and an informal reception not catered to academia. We scouted and contacted people from our course and allied courses who are in industry, public health, or alternate careers such as consulting. This led us to our 6 brilliant panellists who happily came to our event to share their wisdom and inspire us.
Post-panel we had a reception where we all drank, ate, and mingled with our panellists as well as each other.
Thirty-one students attended the event and kindly provided us with feedback post-reception. All students were grateful to find out more about other career pathways and are now feeling more hopeful about their futures.
Quotes from our peers included: “It was really interesting to know the various sectors you could go into after graduating from the course” “I loved how honest the speakers were about struggles in their career journey and it gave me a lot of confidence going forward in my career”
Our degree provides us with many transferable skills which can allow us to break into many other sectors outside academia; however, this can be challenging if this field is unknown! My fellow reps and I, with the support of our course management team, were honoured to be able to give our peers a space to open the discourse whilst having fun.
The day concluded with a talk by Professor Gary Frost, Head of theSection, who highlighted the importance of data integrity. His discussion emphasised the importance of setting best practices in data sharing and management, particularly in fostering transparency and collaboration across research groups. The discussion was also opened to all attendees to brainstorm ideas and share their insights in a cooperative manner.
