Microbiologists- heroes and villains!
Jennifer Smith
- Regions:
- North Yorkshire, East Riding, South Yorkshire
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Hobby (former teacher)
- Fee:
- Expensed: Petrol costs or public transport fares reimbursement please.
- Category:
- Science
- Updated:
- 19th May 2024
- Tagged:
- Bacteria | Viruses | Famous Scientists
Our knowledge of microscopic bacteria and viruses has grown rapidly since they were first observed under the earliest microscopes in the 17th century. Our understanding of their nature, how they affect us for good or ill, and how we can best live with them, is thanks to the many microbiologists who have observed and investigated them over the centuries. This talk tells stories of these fascinating scientists, some dedicated, some very clever, some heroic, and some villainous!
Views: 240 | Enquiries: 3About Jennifer Smith
I love science, especially biology! After gaining a PhD in microbiology, I enjoyed two rewarding careers, starting in biomedical research, at Newcastle University and Babraham Research Institute in Cambridgeshire. I then taught science for 14 years at Hull College. I loved teaching all ages, from age 16 to retired students. I still work in science education, as a school science technician, so I continue to enjoy the fun of practical science. I live with my husband, and our cat Berry, in Cottingham on the outskirts of Hull. Now that our two lovely daughters have flown the nest, and I’m free from the extra demands of teaching, I am looking forward to using my spare time to share my knowledge, experience and enthusiasm for science with adult audiences.
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