Hello, my name is Joe and I'm an undergraduate scholar researching the use of bismuth vanadate catalysts in driving sustainable reactions. This research placement has been invaluable to my personal development in addition to insight into what postgraduate study in a laboratory looks like. Picking up scientific techniques that aren't taught at the undergraduate level gives me an advantage when pursuing a future career, for example during an interview. In terms of personal interests, I have a passion for music. I am Grade 6 for both Bassoon and Drums, in addition to Grade 5 Piano. I am a member of the University of York Concert Band (UYCB), where I was Tour Manager for 2018/19 where I, along with 27 other musicians, toured Holland, Belgium, and Germany for 6 days. I am currently UYCB Secretary for 2019/20 and am responsible for any auditions that take place for conductors/committee members. I am also enthusiastic about the sport. I have been playing hockey for a number of years, including for my college team at university. I also occasionally play floorball for the university and go running regularly to keep my fitness levels up.