Join us as we generate insight into the careers of researchers with our new Academic Spotlight Interviews. Watch and listen to these thought leaders, and innovators as we bring to you a collection of fascinating conversations. This interview series will showcase the cutting-edge teaching and research that is shaping the future of academia.
From the realms of science, engineering and technology to computer games and city planning, each interview with our featured experts shares new knowledge and passion for their chosen academic disciplines and discusses the challenges of their individual and diverse fields.
Join us in celebrating the pursuit of knowledge through the individuals who are pushing the boundaries of what we know and inspire your intellectual curiosity.
Episode 5 – Professor Eva Lantsoght – Universidad San Francisco de Quito
With a passion for STEMand research, Professor Eva Lantsoght talks to jobs.ac.uk about why she chose an academic career in engineering. As a child, she was always in awe of bridges and high structures, and she wanted a career that could positively impact society.This encouraged her to pursue a PhD and then secure a postdoc job. Eva is currently a Professor of structural engineering at Universidad San Francisco de Quito in Quito, Ecuador.
Watch Eva’s full interview to find out more about her career in academia.
Episode 4 – Professor Stephen Heard, University of New Brunswick
Professor Stephen Heard is an evolutionary ecologist and entomologist. His journey into academia stems from a love of learning. Stephen’s passion for discovering and sharing new knowledge through research and teaching is something he finds rewarding and at the core of what he does.
Watch Stephen’s full interview to learn more about his field, what he likes about his career and research tips.
Episode 3 – Dr Silvia Gullino, Birmingham City University
This month, we had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Silvia Gullino, Associate Professor in City Making at Birmingham City University. With a wealth of experience, Silvia’s academic career stems from a passion to make meaningful changes and impact on society. Championing women in the built environment, in her interview, she tells us about the important work she does to help women get into the field, how she got into academia, and her path to her role at BCU. Watch her full interview and find out more about her.
Episode 2 – Katie Sharrocks, Imperial College London
Scientist Katie Sharrocks embarked on her Ph.D. journey in 2020, navigating a global pandemic. Now in her 4th and final year at Imperial College London, in her inspiring academic spotlight interview, she offers advice about how to get started with a Ph.D. and discusses why she chose her current specialism.
Click below to read and watch more about Katie’s academic journey.
Episode 1 – Shravani Sharma, WMG, University of Warwick
The talented Shravani Sharman kicks off our academic spotlight interviews! She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Engineering at WMG with a specialisation in human factors.
Read about Shravani’s path into academia, why she chose her area of expertise, the impact of her research, and discover the passion that fuels her love for what she does.
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