New case study: From Curiosity to Award-Winning Science Communication: Dr. Chenying Liu’s Journey
Dr. Chenying Liu, a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Engineering Sciences, began her path to award-winning science communication unexpectedly during the COVID-19 lockdown. What started as a writing internship led to prestigious honours. Her journey highlights the power of curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset - qualities any researcher can develop.
Dr. Chenying Liu, a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Engineering Sciences, began her path to award-winning science communication unexpectedly during the COVID-19 lockdown. What started as a writing internship with Tom Rocks Maths led to prestigious honours such as the British Science Festival Award Lecture and the Josh Award for Science Communication. Her journey highlights the power of curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset - qualities any researcher can develop.
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