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Ashleigh Gorman

Ashleigh Gorman

Co-Director

Science isn't limited to what happens in a lab. Wants people to see and understand the importance of social science. Outside of this, likely in forests or up the mountains with three black labradors.

Kevin Mercurio

Kevin Mercurio

Co-Director

PhD candidate at TCD researching the impact of microRNAs on the gut microbiome. Outside the lab, writes fiction/poetry & hosts the Metaphorigins Podcast. Stays skeptical but curious.

Melissa Hoover

Melissa Hoover

Graphic Designer

Hi, there! Content Designer with IBM, volunteer graphic designer for PoS Ireland! Two years now and I'm excited to see what happens in 2023. Thanks for dropping by and do enjoy the digital content!

Conall Moore

Conall Moore

Regional Chapter Manager

PhD student in MU Host-Pathogen Interactions lab. Interested in study & treatment of disease, believes the public should be better informed. Enjoys martial arts, music, & spending time with his dogs.

Nadia Bolshakova

Nadia Bolshakova

Fundraising Manager

Research Project Manager at Trinity College with extensive experience in education, administration & industry. Enjoys reading books, travelling & exploring other cultures.

Charlotte Andrieu

Charlotte Andrieu

Dublin Chapter Manager

Bioinformatics researcher focusing on cancer genetics at DCU. Believes science and pints go well together. Frequently found enjoying a cup of tea while reading a book or practicing ashtanga yoga.

Namrata Iyer

Namrata Iyer

Cork Chapter Manager

Microbiologist/Immunologist at APC Microbiome Ireland. Fascinated by microbes & their influence on health. Studying gut microbes, looking for those with beneficial effects against autoimmune diseases.

Cathleen Hughes

Cathleen Hughes

Marketing Manager

Undergraduate physiology student at TCD. Interested in further pursuing healthcare & hopeful for a more accessible scientific future. Found exploring other cities or spending time with her pets.

Alan Yourell

Alan Yourell

Outreach & Evaluations Manager

My name is Alan and I’m working in the pharmaceutical industry. Likes to keep updated in science & finds the most enjoyable way is hearing it directly from the researchers involved.