Carys Williams (She/Her)

Medical Student, University of Cambridge
Rhiana Brown

Undergraduate Geography Student, University of Cambridge

Sonny Hastie

Philosophy Student , University of Cambridge

Rosalind Howell

Laidlaw scholar and PBS student, University of Cambridge

My name is Rosalind and I'm a first year student in psychology at the University of Cambridge. I am particularly interested in the interection between physical and mental health and how psychological and neurological processes can impact somatic functions. Another major interest of mine is the maintenance of mental health recovery, and how post-acute care in communities and systems can support the longevity of recovery and prevent relapse.
Leni Klöcker

Student, Cambridge University

I'm a second year at Cambridge studying Anthropology and Political Science which means I am yet to settle on only one topic for my research project. This summer, I was able to work with Experience Cambridge CIC for my Leadership in Action placement, trying to make information more accessible to people experiencing homelessness in the Cambridge area. 
Freddie Fineman

History of Art, BA (Hons) student , University of Cambridge

After a year of studying English Literature at the University of Cambridge, I have recently changed degree to History of Art. I undertook my LiA project at Cambridge Junction, a charity, social enterprise and leading cultural venue in Cambridge, UK. 
Stefani Naydenova

Undergraduate student , University College London (UCL)

Galiya Akhmetova

Student | Researcher, The University of Hong Kong

Hi~ My name is Galiya, I'm from Kazakhstan, currently based in Hong Kong. Love learning about different cultures and languages, so if you want to connect and discuss literally anything, hit me up on DMs :D Briefly about my interests and achievements: I am interested in AI ethics and learning science and have built a track record at the intersection of education and AI.  My experience spans teaching, admissions consulting, and content creation in international environments across Kazakhstan, South Korea, Italy, and Hong Kong. I am particularly interested in improving access to global education and how AI is reshaping the traditional forms of education. Currently, I am developing research through the Laidlaw Scholars Programme, focusing on university-level assessment methods in the context of GenAI.
Anushka Peer

Laidlaw Scholar & Chemistry Student, Duke University

Anushka is a third-year student at Duke University in North Carolina, USA studying chemistry, medical sociology, and global health. She's passionate about leveraging scientific techniques in order to advance health equity, especially for rural and underserved populations. Her 2026 Laidlaw research summer was at the University of Leeds' Department for Nuclear and Chemical Engineering and about addressing the public health challenge of fluoride-contaminated drinking water in Tanzania by developing a novel, sustainable ion-exchange model to selectively remove fluoride from groundwater. 
Lauren Landowski

Natural Sciences Student, University of Cambridge

Hi! I'm Lauren, a first year Biology student at Cambridge, with a particular interest in Biochemistry and Physiology. This has inspired my LiA, looking into how the Social Determinants of Health are being addressed locally in Cambridge by The Red Hen Project - a local charity working to support families experiencing hardship to raise happy, health, and independent children. Working alongside the charity has exposed me to the stark health inequalities that exist even within Cambridge, strengthening my passion for public health and inspiring me to pursue a career focused on improving outcomes for children, families, and communities. 
Nadine Maayah

Student, University of Leeds

Hello! My name is Nadine, and I am a second-year Genetics student at the University of Leeds. I am interested in pursuing a career in research and global health, with a particular focus on cardiovascular science and immunology. I am passionate about addressing pressing global health challenges through impactful solutions that improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. I strongly believe that healthcare should be accessible to all communities worldwide, and I am committed to contributing to this goal. Through my leadership and medical communications experience, I have developed strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and I am now eager to expand into more lab-based roles where I can contribute directly to improving patient care and advancing scientific research. This summer, I will be joining a research team at the Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine, where we will investigate a novel molecular pathway involved in the progression of cardiovascular disease in individuals with insulin resistance. This opportunity will allow me to deepen my understanding of translational research and its potential to improve health outcomes. Although still early in my journey, I am excited to begin my Leadership-in-Action project and explore how meaningful research can be applied to real-world health challenges. The Middle East faces a particularly high incidence of cardiovascular disease, with heart disease accounting for approximately one in three deaths annually and occurring, on average, at least a decade earlier than in many Western countries. As a Laidlaw Scholar, I hope to use my platform to contribute to tackling this growing crisis and promoting more equitable global healthcare outcomes.