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Eva Simpson

    • About Me:

      I’m a scientist who loves learning how the human body works 🧬. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, outdoor swimming, and baking ✨📖

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      I’ve always been curious about how people are made and how science can help them live better lives. I studied biomedical science and biotechnology, and I’ve worked in labs with DNA, blood samples, and cells, using microscopes to investigate them.

      When I’m not working, I love reading books, especially ones with magical worlds or space. I also enjoy baking, being outdoors, and spending time with my family. I like science because it’s about asking questions, solving problems, and helping real people.

    • My pronouns are:

      She/her

    • How I use Science in my work:

      I use science to understand how the human body works and what can go wrong. I like using a microscope to study parts of the body that can’t be seen by eye. This links to what you learn at school about cells, DNA, and the body.

    • My Work:

      I’m a scientist who works with cells and microscopes to help understand health and disease 🧬. I use experiments and problem-solving every day.

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      I work as a scientist in a laboratory. I study cells and DNA, by using microscopes, which are the tiny building blocks that make up our bodies. DNA is like an instruction book that tells your body how to grow and work.

      I do experiments to look at samples, collect results, and try to understand what they mean. My work can help doctors and researchers learn more about illnesses and how to treat people better in the future.

      Science in my job is about asking questions, testing ideas, and not giving up when things don’t work the first time.

    • My Typical Day:

      I wake up and have breakfast, then go to work in the lab. I get to work at 8,30am and I spend the morning doing experiments and writing notes. I have lunch with my friends, then in the afternoon I check results and plan what to do next. I leave the lab at 5pm.

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      At work, I run experiments, which means I carefully test ideas to see what happens. I use microscopes to look at very small cells that we can’t see with our eyes, and I help make sure this equipment is working properly.

      I also train staff and support students, showing them how to work safely in the lab and how to use equipment. Safety is very important in my job, so I follow biosafety rules. This means making sure people, samples, and the environment are protected.

      Some of my work helps universities learn new things (academic work), and some helps companies develop useful products (commercial work). Every day is different, but it always involves teamwork, problem-solving, and careful science.

    • What I'd do with the prize money:

      If I won the £500 prize money, I would use it to support our lab outreach programs that creates scientific activities for students. This could include hands-on experiments, simple lab demonstrations, and clear resources that explain science careers and lab work. My goal would be to help more students feel confident, curious, and excited about science.

    CV

    • Education:

      I went to Arnold Hill Secondary School where i did my GCSEs including separate science. I then went to NCN to do my A-levels. After that I went to University for a Degree, Masters and a PhD!

    • Qualifications:

      I studied many GCSE subjects. Alongside English and Maths, I took Separate Science, IT, Geography, R.E., and Product Design.

      I liked lots of subjects and struggled to decide on my A Levels so i chose lots of different options including Psychology, Biology, Physics, Geography and Business Studies.

      At University i decided to study Biomedical Science because I liked the human biology but not plant biology.

      Then I did a masters in Medical Biotechnology and Business Management because I thought I wanted to work for a big company.

      I decided I liked being in the lab too much to work for a big company and instead did a PhD in Fertility Medicine.

    • Work History:

      I’ve had lots of different jobs, and they didn’t all start in science.

      I worked in supermarkets while I was studying. I’ve also worked as a science tutor and a student support worker, helping students with their learning and wellbeing.

      Later, I worked in a laboratory as a molecular geneticist, where I tested DNA and blood samples. I then worked as an admissions officer, helping students apply for university.

      I went on to do a PhD, which is a research degree where you study one topic in detail. During this time, I did lots of experiments and helped teach and support students.

      All of these jobs helped me build skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.

    • Current Job:

      I work as a microscopy specialist. This means I use powerful microscopes to look at very small cells and help other scientists and students with their experiments. I also train people to use the equipment safely and support both research and teaching.

    • Employer:

      Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre at The University of Nottingham

    • My Interview

      • How would you describe yourself in 3 words?

        studies tiny things

        What did you want to be after you left school?

        Biologist

        Were you ever in trouble at school?

        Never

        If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?

        Vet

        Who is your favourite singer or band?

        Linkin Park

        What's your favourite food?

        Fajitas

        If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!

        I’d wish to have a farm with lots of dogs, cats and cows, I’d wish to write a book that people actually enjoy reading, I’d wish to never be tired again

        Tell us a joke.

        What do you call a dog that does science? A lab-rador. 🐶

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