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Emma Yhnell

Research Fellow/Biomedical Scientist at Cardiff University / WISE Campaign

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About Emma...

Who am I?

"All of myAll of my personality traits of Explorer, Coordinator and Innovator all have elements of working well with people, communicating with people and understanding people. All of this is essential for my work, particularly working with people who are ill. personality traits of Explorer, Coordinator and Innovator all have elements of working well with people, communicating with people and understanding people. All of this is essential for my work, particularly working with people who are ill."

What do I do?

"A typical day consists of completing study visits with patients, paperwork, data analysis and developing talks to communicate science."

How did I get here?

"After achieving A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Philosophy & Ethics, I studied Biochemistry at University. This led on to a doctorate in Huntington’s disease and behavioural neuroscience. My grandma and science teachers at school inspired me. "

The life I live

"In my spare time, I play netball, and enjoy exercising and baking!"

My typical day

"A typical day consists of completing study visits with patients, paperwork, data analysis and developing talks to communicate science."

My qualifications

"Secondary education (GCSE/O-Levels) GCSE's (6 A*'s, 4 A's, 1 B)Post secondary education (College, A-levels, NVQ3 or equivalent) A Level Biology (Grade A), A Level Philosophy and Ethics (Grade A), A Level Chemistry (Grade B)Undergraduate degree (BSc, BA, etc.) Bachelor of Science Honours in Biochemistry (First Class)Postgraduate Certificate Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Trials (via distance learning)\tDoctorate (PhD) PhD (Huntington's disease and behavioural neuroscience)First Aid Mental Health First Aid Good Clinical Practice"