Anna Monaghan

"You need to be highly organised and motivated to pursue a research career: both of which link to the personality types I have, which are Explorer, Manager and Investigator."

"Currently I am a PhD Researcher investigating the role of iodine in pregnancy on neuro-developmental outcomes of children. At work, there are opportunities to travel and network plus make connections within the food sector; furthermore the ability to research an area that has the potential to influence public health policy and help others. A PhD is all about progression academically, professionally and socially."

"My parents inspired me – they always encouraged me to do something that makes me happy! Academically from a young age I was always bracketed as not \"able\" with Maths. After sitting the 11 plus, I was fortunate to always know I wanted to work in the food sector and was self-motivated enough to pursue this despite various personal setbacks."

"In my spare time, I love music (especially singing), Yoga, Pilates, walking, spending time with family and friends and reading."

"Everything from meetings and literature searching to lab work: although not at this stage in the project, but it will be very soon!"

"Secondary education (GCSE/O-Levels) 11 GCSE's: 9 A* in Double Award Science, English, English Literature, Religion, Learning for Life & Work, Home Economics, History, French; 2 A's in Maths and Music\tPost secondary education (College, A-levels, NVQ3 or equivalent) A-Levels: Home Economics A*, Biology A, History A, Chemistry B. 4 AS Levels: Home Economics A, History A, Biology A, Chemistry BUndergraduate degree (BSc, BA, etc.) BSc Food Quality, Safety and Nutrition with Professional Studies \tLevel 3 Food Hygiene"