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Dr Simone Dürr
Coordinator
I am a Senior Lecturer in Marine Biology in the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences (BES). I work in Biofouling and Antifouling mostly multidisciplinary (e.g. engineering). Making science accessible to everyone as in Pint of Science is one of my ambitions.
Dr Gavin McStay
Co-ordinator
I am a Senior Lecturer and also the External Engagement Lead in the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences. My research focuses on mitochondria and cell death.
Dr Julia Nowack
Event Manager
I am a Reader in Animal Physiology at the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences (BES). My research lies in the field of eco-physiology, focussing on energetics and thermoregulation of mammals. I am passionate about communicating science to the broader public.
Dr Sheelagh Conlan
Event Manager
I am a senior lecturer in ecology in the school of Biological and Environmental Sciences. My main area of research investigates marine biofouling. Biofouling on human structures in the ocean is a costly issue both financially and environmentally. As well as a negative side the glues organisms use…
Dr Alex Wilshaw
Event Manager
I am a Senior Lecturer in Evolutionary Anthropology in the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences, work on the biological and cultural evolution of modern humans, with a particular focus on East Africa. Science should be open and interesting for all and Pint of Science is an excellent way t…
Dr Jo Foulkes
Event Manager
I am a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader in Applied Biomedical Science in the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences (PBS). My specialism is virology, and I also arrange clinical placements for students. I am passionate about teaching and encouraging more people to consider careers in STEM …
Gemma Reed
Event Manager
I am an established public engagement professional and I work at Liverpool John Moores University, supporting staff across the University to develop and deliver public engagement activities connected to their research. I am passionate about connecting with the public at all points of the research pr…
Prof Francesca Giuntini
Event Manager
I am a Professor in Medicinal Chemistry and Photoactive Therapeutics. I am interested in developing molecules that work when activated by light: they can be useful to make drugs, sensors and many other things.
I love talking about my scientific interests to the broader public; the problem is making…
Dr Sulaf Assi
Event Manager
I am a Reader in intelligent forensic data analytics with interest in spectroscopic data sets for counterfeits medicinal and lifestyle products. I like to support colleagues and the wider researcher in disseminating their research to the public.