Dr Clare Mahon

Link UP! Challenge Team Member

.....provide new ways to help diagnose bacterial infections, and reduce humans’ impact on our environment.

.....Marie Skłodowska-Curie. In a time where there were very few women in science she discovered two new elements, described the phenomenon of radioactivity and won two Nobel Prizes.

.....getting in the lab and making molecules! Outside of work I enjoy cooking, especially to feed my cake habit! I also love getting outdoors to do some cycling or running.

.....I have always loved chemistry– it’s a fascinating subject that underpins the world around us.

.....'seeing' molecules interact with one another using a range of different techniques – I love the detective work involved!

.....use chemistry to make an impact in the world.

.....don’t worry! Enjoy all of the challenges and adventures that come your way – you can do it!

.....A-levels in Chemistry, Irish and Maths with an AS in Biology, then an MChem and a PhD in Chemistry at Newcastle University.