Profile
Gemma Barron
My CV
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Education:
School: Finzean Primary School (1989-1996), Aboyne Academy (1996-2002), University: Robert Gordon University – undergraduate studies (2002-2006) and postgraduate studies (2006-2010)
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Qualifications:
8 Standard Grades, 5 Highers, 2 Advanced Highers, BSc (Hons), PgCert(Dist), PhD
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Work History:
Post-doctoral Researcher at University of Dundee; Research Fellow at Robert Gordon University
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Current Job:
Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences/Research Fellow
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My Typical Day:
Everyday is different but typically, I plan and conduct experiments, analyse data, supervise students, write grants and papers and I also squeeze in a little teaching to undergraduate students too.
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What I'd do with the prize money:
I would use the money to buy science props ie., a giant DNA double helix, that I would use when I visit local schools and speak to euthusiastic young people about science.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Happy, Organised and Stubborn
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Well…maybe….I just don’t remember getting caught! :)
Who is your favourite singer or band?
I don’t know if I have a overall favourite but, I do like Take That or Noel Gallagher
What's your favourite food?
I love corn on the cob or meringues
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
Good health and fortune for my family and friends, to be able to fly and sing.
Tell us a joke.
I’m terrible at remembering jokes but, this one makes me chuckle :) Q: Why do centipedes have 100 legs? A: So they can walk.
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