Matthew Evans
In this STEMNET resource, Assistant Head Teacher Matthew Evans describes activities undertaken in his specialist Technology College to support STEM subject teaching. The school runs many STEM Clubs and has worked with STEM Ambassadors for nearly 15 years. Matthew works closely with the STEM Ambassadors and they organise regular…
Ed Dyke
In this STEMNET resource, maths teacher Ed Dyke describes a STEM project undertaken by his school in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, called Rocket Day. The project was funded by the York and North Yorkshire Business and Education Partnership (NYBEP). Also involved was STEM Ambassador Clive Bell, who has worked for the RAF and the Bloodhound…
Debbie Lumb
Debbie Lumb is an Assistant Headteacher in a science specialist college and is working with three colleagues to boost students' engagement with STEM subjects both in and out of school. Her team has received practical advice and support from STEMNET which provides them with training, networking and other events. The college…
Activity Case Study 17: Peter Damer
In this STEMNET case study, STEM Ambassador Peter Damer talks about his work with socially, emotionally and behaviourally disturbed primary school students in Hertfordshire. Peter had previously been a teacher and, having given up teaching to move into industry, he found that he missed working with students. In school, Peter…
Electrical Engineer: Peter Damer
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Peter Damer, an engineer working for General Electric. Peter works in selling and installing control systems. His engineering background has led him to take on a variety of roles that have included maintenance, project management and teaching in companies…
Maintenance Engineer: Tim Moss
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Tim Moss, a maintenance engineer working for Nottingham Express Transit. Tim has always been interested in all kinds of transport. His work involves researching transport technology and ensuring that Nottingham's tram system runs efficiently. Tim's…
Auditioning the STEM Ambassadors
This STEMNET video shows the process of auditioning 16 STEM Ambassadors hoping to take part in a series of Teachers TV films profiling their work experience. The 16 finalists were challenged to enthuse and engage the panel of judges, a group of schoolchildren, with a five-minute activity. The video gives introduces the project,…
Sheila Kanani: Planetary Scientist
Sheila Kanani is a PhD student in Planetary Science working on using data from the Cassini Spacecraft at the Mullard Space Science laboratory at University College London. In this STEMNET video, Sheila describes what happens in her workplace where every part of the spacecraft is designed, built and analysed with data being collected…
Leo Garcia: PhD Student at the Institute of Cancer Research
This STEMNET video describes the work of Leo Garcia, a PhD student at the Institute of Cancer Research working in the field of ultrasound elastography. In particular he is researching the use of this method in brain surgery to help guide the surgeon to find tumours and diagnose cancer. In the video, Leo describes how the ultrasound…
Graham Gannon: Entrepreneur
Graham Gannon is a snowboarder, outdoor adventurer and entrepreneur. Jobs that he has been involved in include radio, television, designing websites and advising on marketing strategy. In this STEMNET video, Graham describes how his very varied working life evolved and the benefits and drawbacks of freelance work. As a STEM Ambassador,…
Faye Cashman: Spacecraft Engineer
Faye Cashman is a Systems Engineer at Astrium in Portsmouth. In this STEMNET video, Faye describes her work with all sorts of spacecraft systems such as communication satellites and the Mars Rover. She is currently working on a new telescope which will, in time, replace the Hubble telescope and uses infrared to see through the dust…
Chris Styles: Applications Engineer
Chris Styles is a Senior Applications Engineer at ARM, a company that specialises in designing computer chips for mobile phones. In this STEMNET video, Chris talks about his job finding new uses for the computer chips by inventing new technological devices. As a STEM Ambassador, Chris has been working with local schools to develop…
Charlotte Bailey: Trainee Plant Analyst
Charlotte Bailey works at Sellafield nuclear power plant as an Apprentice Plant Analyst. In this STEMNET video she describes her work at Sellafield, monitoring for contamination of the environment by nuclear waste. Although she did not have previous science qualifications, Charlotte now has a detailed knowledge of nuclear science…
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Control Systems Engineer: Vicki Hodges
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Vicki Hodges, an Attitude and Orbit Control Systems engineer working on a project to develop an unmanned spacecraft. Having joined the Astrium graduate scheme, Vicki has moved around the company and gained experience in a variety of different roles. She…
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Risk Management Coordinator: Ross Wattie
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Ross Wattie, a risk management coordinator at an international integrated energy company. Ross is currently involved in risk modelling to simulate different scenarios and assess their possible impacts. He has also found that his language skills have been…
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Airworthiness Engineer: Nathan Kan
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Nathan Kan, a Senior Airworthiness Engineer. Nathan works for QinetiQ, a company which provides technology-based services to the defence, security and related markets. It also delivers consultancy services to commercial and industrial customers across…
Avionics Technician: Lee Betts
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Lee Betts, an avionics technician with the RAF. Lee describes how new recruits undertake basic training, work in a front-line squadron and then undertake further specialists training. Lee's role involves fixing the radar, flight systems and communication…
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Tunnel Design Engineer: Kate Woolley
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of tunnel design engineer and STEM Ambassador Kate Woolley. Kate designs and supervises the construction of tunnels and finds that she needs to use maths, physics and technology to make everyday decisions. Engineering, however, had not always seemed a natural choice. Kate…
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Research Engineer: Jonathan Dewsbury
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of research engineer, and STEM Ambassador, Jonathan Dewsbury. Jonathan is studying for an Engineering Doctorate and working for an international engineering consultancy who are part-funding his studies. The company, Buro Happold, design and build infrastructure and buildings…
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Sensory Design Executive: Jenny Tillotson
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Jenny Tillotson, the Chief Executive Officer of Sensory Design and Technology Ltd. Jenny produces mood-enhancing clothes, jewellery and medical products. Reading science fiction novels set Jenny thinking about how the arts and science could work together…
Medical Physics: Dr Heather Williams
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Heather Williams, a senior medical physicist in a hospital nuclear medicine department. Heather found that studying physics at school sparked a particular interest in radiation and its applications in medicine. A key part of her role is researching new…
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Mechanical Engineer: Felix Schubert
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Felix Schubert, a mechanical engineer. Felix works for MSE Consultants Ltd, an engineering consultancy which specialises in natural gas compression projects for the oil and gas industry. He enjoys that fact that he can change his role every two months…
Nuclear Power Design Engineer: David Bennett
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador David Bennett, a design engineer at a nuclear power station. David's role is to ensure that any modifications made to the nuclear power plant improve safety and efficiency. He started work after gaining a degree in Mechanical Engineering and likes…
Piping Stress Engineer: Danny Finn
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Danny Finn, a piping stress engineer. Danny works for a company that build facilities to liquify natural gas before its transportation. His specialism is in determining whether pipe work will survive its required operating lifetime. Using computer design…
Transportation Planner: Dan Cornelius
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of transportation planner, and STEM Ambassador, Dan Cornelius. Dan's role is to assess road schemes and their impacts on local and regional areas. He develops graphic models of the situation and location. This allows him to manipulate elements, such as traffic flow,…
Construction Project Engineer: Colin Glen
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Colin Glen, a project engineer working in a construction company. Colin has worked on many great buildings in London. He is part of a team that ensures the comnpany's design, plans and construction meet the required specifications. Colin had…
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Design Engineer: Chris Robbins
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Chris Robbins, a design engineer and Director of a small independent consultancy. Chris uses maths to help companies solve problems by developing mathematical models and associated software to help select appropriate materials and processes. After gaining…
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Electrical Engineer: Caron Malone
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of electrical and electronics undergraduate, and STEM Ambassador, Caron Malone. Caron had always been interested in electronics and studied physics, maths and technology at school. She gained a Power Academy scholarship, which was introduced by power companies to address…
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Instrumentation Engineer: Boye Odukunle
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of instrumentation engineer and STEM Ambassador, Boye Odukunle. Boye develops precise specifications clients who are building 'plants' or 'facilities' that process oil and gas following its extraction from reserves. The job offers opportunities…
Mechanical Engineer: Andrew Keen
This STEMNET resource describes the background and career of STEM Ambassador Andrew Keen, a graduate engineer. Andrew studied Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing before gaining a placement with an aerospace design company. Following a Masters of Engineering degree in Materials and further work experience, Andrew was offered…
Activity Case Study 10: David Bennett
In this STEMNET activity case study, design engineer and STEM Ambassador David Bennett describes how valuable he believes STEMNET activities are for schools. David devotes about two days per month to STEMNET activities. He helps with careers events, advising students on what employers are looking for, how to fill out application…
Activity Case Study 11: Dr Emma Welsh
In this STEMNET activity case study, Emma Welsh describes very different assignments that she has undertaken as a STEM Ambassador. These ranged from making bouncy balls with six-year-olds to describing to GCSE students how her life took twists and turns before she came to her current role as a systematic reviewer for clinical trials…