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Hari Newnham
City Coordinator
Final-year PhD researcher developing hybrid analytical methods to study protein systems and therapies. Excited to coordinate Pint of Science Manchester, helping to communicate niche research and showcasing how academia and industry collaborate to solve real-world problems (or just do fun things).
Deepanshi Karwall
City Coordinator
I'm a PhD student working with soil bacteria. I disturb bacterial communities to figure out how they remain stable. Beyond DNA extraction in the lab, my passion for communicating science allows me to work at the intersection of theatre and science. Excited to be coordinating pint26 in Manchester.
Mateusz Salamon
City Coordinator
I'm a 2nd year PhD researcher studying catalytic reaction for clean fuel production. This is my first year with Pint of Science, and I am excited to share my passion for sustainable chemistry in a fun and accessible way. I love bringing people together to chat about science, especially over a pint!
Paula Muñoz Roldan
Social Media and Comms Officer
Born in Badalona (Barcelona), I moved to Manchester for science! I'm a research associate in plant physiology, passionate about making science accessible. I'm volunteering for PoS Manchester 2026 as social media manager to engage everyone with the amazing science happening in this city and beyond!
Eleanor Ender
Website Manager
I'm a final-year Chemistry PhD student researching catalysts for green hydrogen. I love learning about new research and making science accessible. Outside the lab, I enjoy arts, crafts, and foraging. Whether exploring science or nature, I'm curious and eager to share knowledge in creative ways!
Laura Noone
EDI Officer
I’m a third year biology PhD student exploring how we can use algae to remove heavy metal pollution! Outside my PhD I love all things foody and walking in the Peak District. See you at PoS 2026!
Charles Gyasi
Treasurer
I research the rhythmic gene Tsc22d3 and its role in intestinal mucosal barriers. My work advances parasite biology, biomarker discovery, and drug screening for global health. Beyond the lab, I’m passionate about making science accessible and breaking barriers—something PoS helps me champion!
Ben Réant
Atoms To Galaxies
Hi there! I'm Ben, a Chemistry PDRA researching high oxidation state lanthanides and actinides. First time getting involved with PoS and I am looking forward to creating an environment where we can all enjoy some science in a fun and exciting way!
Cameron Deakin
Atoms To Galaxies
Cameron was born and raised in Bolton and previously completed his MChem in the Goodwin group researching low oxidation state lanthanide and actinide sandwich complexes. When he’s not in the lab Cameron can be found watching Manchester United play football, going to the pub with his friends.
Conrad Goodwin
Atoms To Galaxies
I lead a research group exploring fundamental chemistry of lanthanide and actinide elements to better understand how to control oxidation states and their interactions with other elements. I'm a happy cyclist and terrible at pub quizes. I look forward to sharing science across the length scales.
Elizabeth Michalenko
Atoms To Galaxies
I’m a third-year PhD student in Electrical Engineering. My research explores the modeling of transmission and distribution networks to improve power system operation. I have a love for science communication and am very excited to see what fascinating talks PoS 2026 will bring!
Iulia Turcas
Atoms To Galaxies
I’m a PhD student studying, in a nutshell, what electrons do around nuclei using electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy. I’m excited for this year’s festival, where PoS welcomes scientists to share what their research reveals about our world, from the tiniest particles to the vast universe.
Kaitlin Robinson-Makin
Atoms To Galaxies
I recently moved to Manchester to start my PhD, researching high oxidation state f-element chemistry. This is my first time being involved in pint of science and I look forward to sharing our love for science with others and I'm especially excited to hear more from researchers outside my own field.
Karthik Kumaran Saravanan
Atoms To Galaxies
An electrochemist working on decarbonizing the industry through shifting chemical synthesis to greener pathways. His work focuses on understanding fundamental processes at the liquid/liquid interface and utilizing them for industrial applications like synthetic pathways for pharmaceutical drugs.
Liam Griffin
Atoms To Galaxies
Liam is a chemistry PDRA at the University of Manchester. His research involves learning about the properties of electron rich metals from across the periodic table. His other interests include cooking (and eating) interesting food, going to gigs, and seeing the outdoors whilst cycling or camping.
Lucy Mckay
Atoms To Galaxies
I’m a third year Chemistry PhD student researching the design and synthesis of metal organic cages for use as imaging labels in cryo-EM. I’m excited to help make research more accessible to the public.
Modinat Tijani
Atoms To Galaxies
I'm a second-year PhD student in inorganic chemistry. When I’m not in the lab, I some of my hobbies include baking, crocheting and running. I’m really looking forward to PoS 2026, making science accessible to the public has become a passion of mine.
Orry Mayne
Atoms To Galaxies
I'm a second year PhD student in inorganic chemistry researching the redox chemistry of f-block complexes. I'm looking forward to engaging in scientific communication in a pub!
Ross MacKenzie
Atoms To Galaxies
I'm a final year inorganic chemistry PhD student researching how the rare-earth elements can be used to discover new reactions. Pint of Science is a great way to engage with the public about what is currently happening in science, and I am looking forward to hearing all the fantastic speakers!
Stanley Bagio
Atoms To Galaxies
I'm an inorganic chemist at the University of Manchester doing my PhD. I am originally from Australaia but science has led me here. Looking forward to all the talks this year!
Steph Flores
Atoms To Galaxies
I'm a researcher at the University of Manchester playing with computer simulations and experiments to understand how squishy soft matter like hydrogels and surfactants behave.
Tom Hinson
Atoms To Galaxies
I’m a 2nd year PhD student researching membrane free redox flow batteries. When I’m not in the lab, you’ll probably finding me playing dodgeball. I’m thrilled to be apart of Pint of Science 2026 and cannot wait to welcome you to our events.
Aoife Houghton Stevens
Beautiful Mind
I am a neuroscience PhD student at the University of Manchester studying how early life stress leads to mental health disorders. I am passionate about increasing public engagement in science.
Catarina Aguiar Goncalves
Beautiful Mind
I'm a 2nd year PhD student studying the neurons that regulate satiety and hunger, and how they are influenced by current weight loss drugs. In addition to learning and doing research in the lab, I enjoy teaching and sharing science - so I am super excited to be involved in Pint of Science'26!
Emily Byrne
Beautiful Mind
I'm Emily, a first year PhD student researching brain blood flow and vascular dysfunction in Alzheimer's disease. Outside of research I enjoy ballet and spending time with my friends. I'm excited to join the PoS team this year and help make science engaging for the public!
Hannah Chesher
Beautiful Mind
I'm a first year PhD student using novel mass spectrometry approaches to study disorder in proteins. In my spare time I love to cook, and I'm excited to be a part of Pint of Science to make research breakthroughs accessible to all!
Isabel Carter
Beautiful Mind
I'm a 1st year PhD student studying the effect of maternal obesity on offspring in the Division of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Manchester. Outside of the lab I love playing cricket and am an avid reader. Looking forward to helping make science accessible to all!
Mia Hutchinson
Beautiful Mind
I’m a masters student studying Science and Health Communication, and I’m passionate about making science accessible and fun for all. I believe everyone should be able to learn and expand their scientific knowledge, regardless of education. Outside of academics I’m a runner and love to cook!
Rachel Kanarowski
Beautiful Mind
I’m currently completing an MSc in Science & Health Communication at the Centre for the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine. Prior to Manchester, I built award-winning workplace wellbeing programs for the National Institutes of Health. Find me biking, hiking, or enjoying a Czech lager.
Rucha Joshi
Beautiful Mind
I’m a PhD student in Neuroscience studying the visual thalamus. I’m fascinated by how neurons connect to create a “beautiful mind” that can do everything from everyday tasks to decode the universe! Excited to meet everyone at PoS. I enjoy watching movies, reading and dabbling into arts and crafts :)
Shengtong Liu
Beautiful Mind
I am a PhD student investigating the relationship between social anxiety and face perception using behavioural experiments and VR-based tasks. I am always keen to meet new people and enjoy engaging in social interactions at events such as Pint of Science.
Vicky Nicolaou
Beautiful Mind
Hey, I’m Vicky a second-year PhD student working on hydrogels for cartilage regeneration. While I’m a bit of a science nerd, my secret passion is psychology and the brain. When I’m not in the lab, you’ll probably find me playing basketball or hiking… especially if there’s a pint waiting at the end.
Yifan Xu
Beautiful Mind
I’m a Research Associate working on simulation for construction robotics. I’m part of the Beautiful Mind Group. This is my first time attending PoS, and I’m excited to learn, connect, and be part of this experience!
Heloise Grandjouan
Creative Reactions
I’m doing a PhD in Materials Science focused on battery materials. It’s been a great experience to help organise these talks. I’m looking forward to seeing it all come together and share the great research happening here in Manchester!
Irene Valladares Duque
Creative Reactions
I am a PhD student in theoretical quantum physics at the University of Manchester. I'm excited to help organise Pint of Science because I've enjoyed attending past editions of it. I believe science and art have a lot more in common than we realise!
Izzy Turner
Creative Reactions
I love to integrate my PhD field of research, science, with creative hobbies, and engage with research and activities that combine the Arts and Sciences. I am looking forward to sharing some great conversations with you at the Creative Reactions event this year!
Prachiti Vithole
Creative Reactions
Hieee! I am a first-year PhD student, investigating oscillations of transcription factors in early neural stem cells and how dynamic gene expression shapes cell fate decisions. Outside the lab, I enjoy swimming and embroidery. Big fan of fictional thriller books- Jeffrey Archer & Agatha Christie
Rachel Swym
Creative Reactions
I'm a Master's student at the University of Manchester studying science communication. I'm interested in educational entertainment and what science can learn from the creative arts. I'm passionate about places beyond the classroom where we learn - like libraries, museums, the Internet, and pubs!
Yisi Leng
Creative Reactions
I’m a second year Ph.D. student studying how memory works. In my spare time, I’m interested in hiking, jogging and music. Happy to be part of the PoS team this year to explore how science could be connected to creative arts.
Yuanyi Peng
Creative Reactions
I am a final-year PhD student at the UoM, studying experimental psychology. My research focuses on facial emotion recognition and individual differences in personality. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and travelling.
Benjamin Foster
Our Body
I'm a Research Associate in Cancer Sciences, exploring how protein modifications signal for appropriate DNA repair. I enjoy running, getting out in the community to give a helping hand, and communicating cool science to a range of audiences. Looking forward to Pint of Science 2026!
Charlie Gowans
Our Body
Im a first-year PhD student in the division of Pharmacy and Optometry, developing an organ-on-a-chip model to mimic biological barriers for the assesment of long-acting theraputics. I have a love for science communication and im very excited about the opportunity to be involved with PoS Manchester!
Chloe Withey
Our Body
Hi! I am an MB-PhD student at the University of Manchester. I have studied 3 years of medicine and am taking 3 years out to study my PhD which explores the implementation of AI into Early Phase Cancer Clinical Medicine. I will then return to medicine and hopefully pursue a career in surgery!
Frederic Lusoli
Our Body
Hey, I'm Fred! I'm a PhD student at the University of Manchester. I’m usually the one sipping a pint in the audience, but this year I’ve joined the team to be on the other side. Let's discover some cool science together.
Katy Pinnell
Our Body
I am a third-year PhD student researching whether the drug developed in my lab stops breast cancer from spreading to the bone and, if so, how! Although this research keeps me on my toes, I can often be found pint in hand chatting all things science and/or complete nonsense… See you at PoS 2026!
Margareta von Samson Himmelstierna
Our Body
Hi! I am second year PhD student at Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute studying plasma cell cancer. Outside the lab, I enjoy doing gymnastics, swimming, and reading fiction. This is my first time with PoS and I am excited for some fascinating research!
Marie-Noëlle Paludetto
Our Body
I'm a postdoc at UoM working on passive diffusion and liver uptake transporters in drug disposition. I'm passionate about SciComm. After organizing Helsinki 12th Science Slam and PoS 2025, I'm excited to be part of PoS 2026! I’m looking forward to a great line-up of engaging talks!
Millie Wright
Our Body
I’m a PhD student studying how your immune cells travel around the body and fight off parasitic infections! I’m excited to be involved in this year’s pint of science - and getting more people interested in some of the amazing research that goes on in Manchester!
Natalie Shores
Our Body
Hi, I’m Natalie, a first-year PhD student, studying immune responses to fungal infections. My work focuses on how Aspergillus fumigatus infection impacts host cell death. Can’t wait to hear about all the amazing research going on in Manchester, see you all at this year's festival!
Rachel Horner
Our Body
Hi! I'm a Senior Scientific Officer working in the Molecular Biology labs for the University of Manchester/Cancer Research UK - Manchester Institute. I've enjoyed going to Pint of Science talks before, but this is my first year helping to organise them. I'm looking forward to this years festival!
Rebecca Dodd
Our Body
I’m an immunology researcher studying how cells interact with extracellular matrix—the ‘soup’ that gives organs structure. Focusing on the lung, we ask how these interactions maintain health after flu or allergen exposure. I enjoy sharing science beyond the lab, including at Pint of Science 2026.
Rebekah
Our Body
Hi, I'm Rebekah! I'm a postdoctoral researcher at The University of Manchester, working on in vitro models of breast cancer for drug delivery. This is my first time being involved with PoS and I'm excited help showcase some fantastic science! Looking forward to seeing you all the festival!
Sanskriti Agarwal
Our Body
I’m Sanskriti, a first year PhD student understand the role of an inositol phosphatase protein in our immune system during both healthy state and diseases. Through the PoS platform, I look forward to making science accessible to all in a fun way!
Ziqing Xu
Our Body
I am Ziqing Xu. During the event, I’ll be helping speakers and the audience connect—guiding questions, supporting small interactive experiments, and walking people through the materials and key ideas.
Bhumishree Bhumisuta Dehury
Our Society
I am a third-year PhD student at the University of Manchester working on biosensors and metabolic engineering to expand the use of microbes for biotechnological applications. I am excited to be a part of Pint of Science team and help make science accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for everyone!
Isaac Law
Our Society
I am in the first year of my PhD investigating the stability and control of distributed renewable energy. I enjoy learning about how things work across a range of topics in science (as well as having a pint) hence am looking forwards to putting on an amazing event.
Jonathan Davies
Our Society
I'm a former Particle Physics researcher at the University of Manchester. 2026 will be my fourth time getting involved with Pint of Science since being invited as a speaker in 2021. Aside from science, I love performing (singing, acting, playing music), hiking, travel (who doesn't), and history.
Mohammad Ferdoosi
Our Society
A PhD Candidate and a graduate Aerospace Engineer who is passionate about learning, currently undertaking research in passive natural circulation cooling. I have worked in multiple disciplines with great experience in R&D, system integration and commissioning fields.
Ella Evans
Planet Earth
I graduated with an Environmental Science Integrated Masters from UoM and now work in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at SEERIH. I love getting people excited about and engaged with science - knowledge is cool!!! Outside of work, I play the flute in an experimental folk band and do capoeira.
Gerda Dabasinskaite
Planet Earth
Hi! I’m Gerda, unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it) the only member of our team with no science background! Nevertheless, I’m very passionate about science and gaining deeper understanding about the large and tiny things we may miss living our busy lives.
John Mackintosh
Planet Earth
I’m a third-year PhD student working on sustainability in space mission design. I model satellite constellations to assess their benefits and potential environmental impacts, aiming for more responsible, optimised designs. I’m passionate about the crossover of science and art.
Louise Elliott
Planet Earth
Hi! I'm Louise, a research communications professional at the university of Manchester who loves long walks on the beach, Lidl bakery croissants, novelty fridge magnets, pints, and SCIENCE!! Most of all, I love getting others excited about these things too, especially the SCIENCE :)
Lucy Stott
Planet Earth
I'm Lucy and I'm a 1st year PhD student in Geomicrobiology. I really enjoy my research learning about the ways in which minerals, microbes and the environment interact. I'm also passionate about science communication as I think science should be accessible to all, which is why I volunteered for PoS!
Magdalena Kurteu
Planet Earth
I'm a first year microbiology PhD student working with hot spring microbial communities from Iceland. I am passionate about communicating science in a creative way, to make research more accessible and show that STEM has creative sides too.
Max Barclay
Planet Earth
Hello, I’m Max, a first-year PhD student in Earth and Environmental Sciences at UoM. My work looks at interactions controlling mineral transformations, and the impact this has on the environment. I’m excited to help communicate research, and I hope I can share my enthusiasm for science with others!
Jinge Shi
Tech Me Out
Hi! I’m a PhD student at UoM studying how molecules behave in tiny porous materials using computer simulations. As part of the Tech Me Out team, I’m excited to chat about how simulations are used in research, what they can (and can’t) tell us—preferably over a pint!
Patrick King
Tech Me Out
I'm a first year PhD student working on biotechnological metal recovery. I used to be a biology teacher in Dublin and have missed introducing people to scientific concepts since moving over, so I'm excited to help bring science to the wonderful pubs of Manchester.
Pawan Kumar Pandey
Tech Me Out
I am a Research Associate at the University of Manchester working on computational modelling and simulation of ocular and vascular biomechanics and medical devices. I enjoy explaining science to wider audiences and am excited to be part of Pint of Science 2026.
Qiao Tang
Tech Me Out
I’m a postdoc in glycoscience and gene delivery, exploring how sugars control gene delivery into cells. Outside the lab, I enjoy sharing the hidden stories of biology and celebrating the people who make science work—preferably over a drink. 🍻
Rahul Singh Maharjan
Tech Me Out
Rahul Singh Maharjan is a Research Associate at the Centre for Robotics and AI, University of Manchester, UK. He works in robotics and AI, enjoys hiking, climbing, traveling, photography, and applying technology to real-world problems.
Rashi Srivastava
Tech Me Out
I’m a Master’s student in Astronomy and Astrophysica at the University of Manchester who loves writing beyond science, painting ideas into color, and getting lost in books. I enjoy bridging research, technology, and communication to make science engaging, human, and fun.