These adventurous, curious and passionate students and teachers inspire our work.
Read their stories and discover how real research has impacted their lives.
STUDENTAmy WalterPlymouth High School for GirlsSubject: Astronomy, PhysicsA pandemic could not hold back this budding astronomer from researching the stars. She turned a time of uncertainty and transition into a growth opportunity.
STUDENTSahiba KhuranaAlec Reed Academy, LondonSubject: MedicineIn Year 10, Sahiba was awarded a Silver Crest Award for her first-ever research project. Her work tracked the Pine Island Glacier in Antarctica using satellite images.
TEACHERJames AllenHelston Community College, CornwallSubject: BiologyA huge supporter of research in schools, the Head of Biology for Helston Community College believes experience is key to truly understanding science.
TEACHERRazika BerbouchaLampton School, LondonSubject: PhysicsRecipient of the international Gratnells National Science Technician of the Year Award, Razika is passionate about physics and research in schools.
STUDENTLauren ChartersSimon Langton Girls’ Grammar School, KentSubject: Behaviour scienceAt 17, this pioneering young scientist led her peers on a research project which proved the physical and mental benefits of biodiversity.
STUDENTEllie FoxTapton School, YorkshireSubject: BiologyInvestigating the genes of zebrafish embryos turned this nonplussed student into a passionate scientist who continues to charter her course within biological research.
STUDENTPeter HatfieldSimon Langton Grammar School for Boys, KentSubject: Astrophysics, Engineering, MathsFrom collecting galactic data to designing a cosmic ray detector, research in school propelled Peter into a career of scientific research.
STUDENTDr Chantal NobsFolkstone Grammar School, KentSubject: PhysicsHer exposure to physics research during her A levels, and a school trip to CERN, convinced this now scientist that research was an achievable goal.