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Hey, I'm Yaz!

I'm a third-year PhD student studying at the Marine Biological Association and The University of Exeter.​ My research focuses on understanding the role of tiny algae, called diatoms, in the ocean. 

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I'm here to help you find your interests and motivation to get through education and learn more about the natural world!

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Expect to find tips about studying, university and general marine biology facts.

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I love breaking the barriers between the public and scientists so come and explore what my "day in the life" is like on @marinebiologywithyaz on IG.

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Education

2020-2024

PhD Biological Sciences, The University of Exeter

Diatom biology, biochemistry, genetics and physiology

2019-2020

MRes Marine Biology, University of Plymouth

Broad modules including presentation skills, poster making and molecular biology

2015-2018

BSc Biological Sciences, University of Brighton

Various modules in biomedical and ecological sciences

Awards, Scholarships and Grants

  • 2022 PLYMSef Best Presentation Prize

  • 2021 CLESCon Best Poster Prize

  • 2020 Santander Travel Bursary

  • 2020 British Phycological Society Algae Video Bursary

  • 2020 Microbiology Society Conference Attendance Grant

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