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Diary of a new PI

Posted on September 30, 2012

So here I am, I’ve survived the transition from post-doc to lecturer. For the uninitiated, PI stands for Principle Investigator which started as an American term but has been widely adopted. Strictly speaking it refers to lead investigator of a … Continue reading →

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My reflection on job hunting

Posted on October 22, 2011

I can hardly believe it’s been so long since I last had time to post anything but I haven’t forgotten about my blog or given up on it The new job is keeping me exceptionally busy so in the meantime … Continue reading →

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How much is too much?

Posted on September 17, 2011

I’m back, I’m finally back! I have a phone line, broadband and a new mobile. No bookcases yet which is going to be a problem and no TV which is a problem right now, but I’m getting there…day by day … Continue reading →

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Coming soon…

Posted on August 29, 2011

I know I’ve been neglecting my blog terribly, lots to say but it’ll have to wait for me to unpack my new flat and my internet connection to be activated Why exactly does it take 2 weeks to turn a … Continue reading →

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The life of a scientist is never dull! (Part 2)

Posted on August 5, 2011

It’s been another varied and exciting week for me as I begin the transition between my current job as a post-doc and my future job as a lecturer in biomedical science at the University of Greenwich. Thankfully it hasn’t been … Continue reading →

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We are all connected

Posted on July 28, 2011

This is the world where we live I love the striking imagery in this, our world is so beautiful.

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The diary of a post-doc

Posted on July 26, 2011

Today, Tuesday the 26th of July 2011, marks the beginning of my final month as a post-doc. I say that with some pride but also a little sadness. My new job will be the beginning of a new era and … Continue reading →

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Incredible invertebrates

Posted on July 23, 2011

Finally back to some science after an exciting few weeks in which I secured my next job…more about that later We often hear about biodiversity and the need to protect whole ecosystems and not just the large and beautiful animals … Continue reading →

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Tranquil moments

Posted on July 10, 2011

We all need a quiet moment now and again and this is one of the places the Brontë sisters apparently used to go for inspiration. There’s nothing more peaceful than listening to a little bubbling stream finding it’s way around … Continue reading →

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The life of a scientist is never dull! (Part 1)

Posted on June 26, 2011

But it is at times a little insanely busy! In the lab I’m currently working on two projects, one is the research project I’ve been working on for a long time and I’m currently writing up part of it as … Continue reading →

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