2023 August Alumni of the Month
2023 August Alumni of the Month
Why did you choose to study at UEL?
I chose to study at UEL because I knew it would prepare me to face real-world challenges. I was looking for a university that specialised in bioinformatics, and UEL was a perfect match.
What is your one special memory of your time at UEL?
As part of my degree, I got to teach at a high school. I had such a wonderful time teaching students at the Stepney Green Maths and Computing School.
What have you done since graduating from UEL?
I completed my PhD in Computer Science at the University of Newcastle, Australia, in 2016 and went on to work in the field of bioinformatics.
What is your current job role? And what does it involve?
I currently work as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Saskatchewan. My research area focuses ‘on developing and implementing bioinformatics approaches to study antibiotic resistance in cattle.
How did UEL help you get to where you are now?
UEL is the place where I moulded myself. UEL helped me find my way to research, and I am so thankful to UEL for acting as the starting point for me to achieve my goals.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Everything happens for a reason. Have a long-term goal; focus on it, and you will achieve it.
What advice would you give to UEL current students preparing to graduate?
I would tell myself to never stop learning! When you graduate and are ready for a new career, approach it with a "ready to learn" mind, and you will achieve your goals.
Tell us something about yourself that most people don't know:
I struggled with programming languages and coding during my bachelor's and master's, but I overcame this and I now teach programming languages and am so proud.
If you were to do it all again, would you still choose UEL?
I would indeed. I had a fun time and was given a wealth of opportunities at UEL. I suggest and advocate UEL to others.
