I’m a Scientist, Get me out of here! is back this June. Between the 10th and the 21st, students at 10 schools will be putting their questions to 6 scientists in the Hassium Zone.

For the latest news and announcements about the event, find us on Twitter @imascientist, and follow the hashtag, #IASUK.

The Hassium Zone is a general zone supported by Wellcome.

Bastian Saputra | PhD Student, University of Sheffield

Bastian is researching how to modify bacteria to make them glow in the presence of soil pollution.

Cheryl Williams | Advanced Biomedical Scientist, Royal Oldham Hospital

Cheryl analyses specimens from patients to help doctors to diagnose any infections they may be suffering from.

Alun Owen | Environmental Chemistry Technician, University of the West of England

Alun teaches and prepares for chemistry and environmental classes at the university.

David Underhill | Special Projects Officer, Mineral Products Qualifications Council

David runs projects aimed at increasing public understanding of mining and quarrying industries, and the STEM skills involved.

Farah Elahi | PhD Student, University of Warwick

Farah is completing a PhD in Health Sciences and also works as a lecturer at several universities.

Helen Faulkner | Quality Control Analyst, Eisai Manufacturing Ltd

Helen tests drugs to be sure that they are safe for patients to take.

The Schools

• Reepham High School and College, Norwich
• St Bartholomew’s School, Newbury
• The Holmesdale School, Snodland
• Allestree Woodlands School, Derby
• Ormiston Maritime Academy, Grimsby
• Maindee C.P. School, Newport
• Ethos College, Huddersfield
• The Radcliffe School, Milton Keynes
• Walker Riverside Academy, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
• The Charles Dickens School, Broadstairs