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Naveed Akbar

Naveed Akbar

Oxford Lead Co-ordinator

I'm an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Science, a British Heart Foundation Research Fellow, and Research Fellow at Somerville College, Oxford. For 11 years, I’ve brought science to the pub as Oxford’s Pint of Science lead.

Claudio Cortés

Claudio Cortés

Oxford Lead Co-ordinator

I am a researcher studying how our hearts form, and what happens when it goes wrong in congenital heart disease. I am generally fascinated by biology and science, and Pint of Science is a fantastic way of engaging with it. Hope to see you at some of our events!

Lisa Leinhos

Lisa Leinhos

Oxford Lead Co-ordinator // Comms Lead

I am a Postdoctoral Researcher specialising in human genetics, investigating genetic mutations that drive rare diseases. Passionate about making science fun and accessible, I engage in local public outreach and love connecting with researchers and science enthusiasts from all backgrounds.

Lucy Garner

Lucy Garner

Theme Leader - Tech Me Out

I’m a postdoc studying immune responses to infectious diseases, including dengue and tuberculosis, working with scientists in Vietnam. It’s my eighth year with Oxford Pint of Science (I think — I’ve lost count!), and I can’t wait to share more exciting science with you.

Susanna Cooper

Susanna Cooper

Theme Leader - Beautiful Mind

I’m a postdoc at the Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine researching how the immune response can be modulated to improve healing after a heart attack. This is my third year with Pint of Science and can’t wait for more great talks!

Gintare Smagurauskaite

Gintare Smagurauskaite

Theme Leader - Our Body

I’m a researcher in the Cardiovascular Medicine Division, working on developing peptide therapeutics. I’ve enjoyed being involved in Pint of Science for the past three years and I’m excited to help deliver another year of inspiring science talks about our bodies!

David Grainger

David Grainger

Event Manager - Beautiful Mind

I'm a postdoctoral research scientist studying how our blood and lymphatic vessels form during development. I’ve enjoyed Pint of Science as a member of the audience for many years and am now involved in delivering the events. Looking forward to this one!

Casey Johnson

Casey Johnson

Event Manager - Our Body

I’m a DPhil student investigating the use of artificial intelligence in the detection of heart failure. This is my second year participating in Pint of Science, I’m a huge fan of public engagement and look forward to meeting everyone!

Megan Payne

Megan Payne

Event Manager - Beautiful Mind

I’m Megan, a postdoctoral research scientist exploring how tick salivary proteins could help treat type one diabetes. I’ve been a part of Pint of Science for the last three years, and I’m excited for another wonderful year!

Siska Pudjohartono

Siska Pudjohartono

Event Manager - Our Body

I am a DPhil student at the University of Oxford, studying how we can use human tissue from surgical waste to study vaccine responses. This is my third year of being part of Pint of Science, looking forward to the great talks and exciting discussions!

Sara Bolívar Martín

Sara Bolívar Martín

Event Manager - Beautiful Mind

I am a postdoctoral researcher studying neuronal responses to injury and neuropathic pain, with a broader interest in neuroscience. I am committed to communicating science beyond the lab and excited to be part of the organising team for the first time!

Kar Lai Pang

Kar Lai Pang

Event Manager - Our Body

I am Kar-Lai, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Oxford studying how blood flow shapes our blood vessels and influences disease. I am passionate about sharing science beyond the lab and making it fun and relatable for all. I am excited to bring great research into fun pub conversations.

Zeynep Ozturk

Zeynep Ozturk

Event Manager - Our Body

I am a postdoctoral research fellow at Ludwig Cancer Research Institute. My research focuses on skin cancer/neuron interaction using cell culture and zebrafish. I enjoy very much being part of producing science but with Pint of Science I also find chance to share it which brings even more joy!

Dominic Grantley-Smith

Dominic Grantley-Smith

Event Manager - Tech Me Out

I am Head of Training and Talent Development, working to create a diverse range of skills in the battery sector as we transition to a net zero world. I have attended many Pint of Science events and am very excited about getting involved more!

Liam Barrett

Liam Barrett

Event Manager - Our Body

I’m an Emergency Medicine doctor and a second-year DPhil student investigating the bleeding and clotting profile of patients with hip fractures. I’m excited to join Pint of Science this year. It’s always inspiring to hear expert speakers from different fields and help make science more accessible.

Maria Rudnytska

Maria Rudnytska

Event Manager - Our Body

I’m a Research Assistant at the University of Oxford, where I work on the CureHeart project developing ASO therapies for inherited cardiomyopathies. I’m really looking forward to Pint of Science this year, having great conversations, and exploring a wide range of fascinating topics together.

Jeries Abu-Hanna

Jeries Abu-Hanna

Event Manager - Our Body

I am a vascular biologist investigating how the endothelium controls clot formation and breakdown in health and disease. Looking forward to talking science and engaging with the public through Pint of Science.

Yiangos Psaras

Yiangos Psaras

Event Manager - Our Body

I am a researcher studying how heart disease works in the most common inherited heart condition using stem cells and genome editing methods. I have been part of pint of science for three years and I am particularly excited about this year’s talks!