I was supervised by Professor Wendy Hall and Dr Su White and, because my research interests were multi-disciplinary, I was lucky to have an advisor from the School of Education: Professor Alison Fuller. My research interests are quite unusual in ECS, but very necessary. My PhD investigated how the perception of technology careers dissuades females from choosing computing courses at higher education. My PhD research continues to be a stepping stone to my overall ambition, which is to empower people (not just women!) to believe that they can contribute to an industry like computing and make a real difference.

I am working with Dr Steve Beeby developing a miniature silicon pressure sensor in partnership with an industrial sponsor. This sponsorship means that I am able to work towards achieving a functional, commercially viable product at the end of my studies. Hopefully this practical aspect, along with the excellent reputation of the School, will stand me in good stead when I venture out into industry.