Douglas McCormick is the CEO of WYG.
Douglas McCormick is the CEO of WYG.
DR EMMA YHNELL - Episode 028
DR EMMA YHNELL IS A NEUROSCIENTISTS AND SENIOR LECTURER BASED IN CARDIFF, WALES.
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Emma is an award-winning science communicator, and she is making it her mission to make science more accessible, inclusive and fun for everyone.
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Emma is a first generation academic and a regular contributor to local radio and television as well as a commentator for the Science Media Centre. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and changing the minds of people who nervously think science isn't for them.
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Emma obtained her BSc honours degree in Biochemistry before completing a PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience and Huntington's disease. She then obtained a prestigious research fellowship to work with families impacted by Huntington's disease.
Emma is passionate about teaching and learning, and has been accredited with a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. She also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Trials from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, completed part-time via distance learning.
A keen public speaker Emma aims to inspire audiences with her infectious enthusiasm and ability to deliver interactive and accessible sessions.
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EMMA's show notes.
02.36 How Emma first became interested in science.
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04.10 What route Emma took into the science fields.
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05.48 Emma explains how we can enthuse the next generation of talent into science related fields.
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08.16 What Emma's #1 piece of advice is for anyone thinking about a career in science.
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09.10 How we best explain the challenges ahead and how science can help solve these challenges.
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10.48 Emma Discusses how do we retain talent in STEM.
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14.38 What myths Emma would like to dispel in science.
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15.50 What are the biggest challenges ahead in science.
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18.44 Emma discusses mentors.
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21.00 How does Emma keep motivated.
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22.34 What has been Emma's biggest inspiration.
23.55 How Emma continually develops herself.
25.20 What the future holds for Emma.
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