Dr Simone Dürr

Coordinator

I am a Senior Lecturer in Marine Biology and an External Engagement Lead 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

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

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…

Kyle Tyler

Kyle Tyler

Event Manager

I am a second year PhD student in the field of plant molecular biology and genetics, specialising in cassava, I'm driven by a passion for breaking down barriers between science and the public as valuable discoveries are often obscured by complex terminology so I'm on a mission to make science inclus…

Dr Katie Evans

Event Manager

I am a Programme Leader and Senior Lecturer in Microbiology in the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences. My research focuses on antibiotic resistance and development of diagnostic tests. Raising public awareness of how science can help solve global challenges can inspire curiosity, encourage…

Gemma Reed

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…