Our People: Inspirational Women

A University-wide initiative celebrating and recognising the inspiring women in our University community.

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Dr Alice Pyne

Dr Alice Pyne, Senior Lecturer and UK Research and Innovation Future Leaders Fellow shares more about her research and the impact of her open source pipeline.

Read about Alice's research in Atomic Force Microscopy

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Ameena Blake

Ustadha Ameena Blake, Muslim Chaplain shares the work of the charity she established and hopes for the University's Religion, Belief and No Belief Strategy.

Learn about Ameena's work both in and outside the University 

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Dr Asha Akram

Dr Asha Akram, Senior University Teacher (Teaching and Scholarship) reflects on her passion for teaching and how she hopes to create a more inclusive university for all.

Read about Asha'a commitment to supporting our students 

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Dr Clara Frias

Professor Clara Frias, Head of the Composite Centre, reflects on the collective achievements of all colleagues and how she hopes to see more women exploring manufacturing pathways.

Read about Clara's composite work and collaborative research

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Dr Claudia von Bastian

Dr Claudia von Bastian, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, discusses lab culture, research exchange and the value of reflection in an academic environment. 

Read Claudia's reflections on research exchange

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Dr Cynthia Das

Dr Cynthia Das, GP and Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director for the University Health Service reflects on her passion for passion for student healthcare and the importance of her family.

Learn about Cynthia's work in student healthcare

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Dr Faith Howard

Dr Faith Howard, Postdoctoral Cancer Researcher reflects on bridging the gap between academic research and commercialisation and her approach to research.

Read about Faith's commercialisation journey 

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Professor Heather Mortiboys

Professor Heather Mortiboys, Professor of Cellular Neuroscience and Metabolism, reflects on the importance of mentoring and supporting early career researchers.

Learn about Heather's mentoring approach 

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Dr Iwona Zwierzak

Dr Iwona Zwierzak, Technology Lead at the Simulation and Verification Group reflects on her goals for Net Zero and her ongoing commitment toward addressing gender gaps at the Nuclear AMRC.

Read about Iwona's journey and her hopes for Net Zero 

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Jennifer Kerr

Jennifer Kerr, University Teacher reflects on the importance of diversity and inclusion in architecture, teaching and education.

Read about Jennifer's work in the School of Architecture

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Julie Bradley

Julie Bradley, Operations Manager reflects on the importance of community at the School of Law and the role of the student voice.

Find out Julie's work to make the School of Law welcoming for all

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Dr Katherine Fish

Dr Katherine Fish, Research Fellow in Water Microbiology, shares the importance of considering microbial biofilms on our water pipes and outreach activities.

Read about Katherine's research on microbial biofilms

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Professor Lizzy Cross

Professor Lizzy Cross, Professor of Structural Dynamics and Head of Department shares more about the real-world impact of her research and creating a welcoming and inclusive department where all can thrive.

Learn more about Lizzy's work 

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Lynette Whitehouse

Lynette Whitehouse, Security Support Officer reflects on giving back to her local community and supporting students across campus.

Learn about Lynette's work to supporting our students on campus

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Marie Baxter

Marie Baxter, Project Engineer shares more about her work at the Royce Translational Centre the impact she hopes this with have and the importance of the visibility of women in engineering.

Read more about Marie's work in an engineering field

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Professor Munitta Muthana

Professor Munitta Muthana, Professor of Immuno-oncology shares more about her research and reflects on her role as School Director of One University.

Read about Munitta's â€˜Trojan horse’ research approach

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Rachel Tucker

Rachel Tucker, Senior Research Technician and Genomics Laboratory Manager reflects on her career journey, including her unusual and fantastic organisms such as Nightjars and Brittlestar. 

Find out about Rachel's journey in conservation biology

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Rhonda Allen

Rhonda Allen, Research Associate in Roots and Futures Project shares more about the work of the project and the impact she hopes to see from the work on local communities. 

Learn about Rhonda's work with local 91̽»¨ communities 

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Professor Rosanna Keefe

Professor Rosanna Keefe, Professor of Philosophy and Head of Department reflects on her research and the community of philosophers at 91̽»¨.

Read about 91̽»¨'s community of philosophers

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Professor Ruth Blakeley

Professor Ruth Blakeley, Vice-President for Social Sciences reflects on the bigger questions that have emerged from her research and the role of mentoring.

Learn about Ruth's involvement in the Rendition Project

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Terezia Rostas

Terezia Rostas, Research Associate shares more about her commitment to supporting local communities and the significance of the traditional Romani skirt.

Read Terezia's work to support local communities