Hello! I’m a Philosophy student at Durham University, with academic interests in applied ethics, decision-making, and political philosophy. My broader aim is to use interdisciplinary research to drive measurable, socially meaningful change.
My current research explores barriers to public transport adoption, with a view toward long-term policy implementation. This project brings together behavioural science, psychology, urban planning, and design to contribute to more sustainable and inclusive transport policies.
Outside of Laidlaw, I enjoy music, concerts, and learning languages, and occasionally (but unfortunately) philosophising.
Hi, my name is Amber and I'm a year two psychology student at the University of Hong Kong. I spent my first summer at University of Leeds. My research project aims to identify features of boardgames that can predict its reading difficulty. We attempt to create a formula so that laymen can use it to grade boardgames and choose the appropriate game that balances entertainment and learning. Feel free to contact me if you are interested in my research project, or anything about psychology!
I recently withdrew from studying (general) Engineering at Durham University, and am now exploring defence, development, and diplomacy: writing for Durham Diplomatic Society, and volunteering remotely as visiting coach for Durham University Negotiation Society.
The Laidlaw Leadership and Research Scholarship's summer research internship, with my supervisor Prof. Toby Breckon, has provided me great insight into computer vision and pattern recognition research, which not only happily furthered my curiosity, but also better positioned me to report on the Royal Aeronautical Society's recent conference on automation, which I expect to mark a turning point in my career.
My previous work in STEM includes co-authoring "Preliminary results from the ROJER-X...", a conference paper which you can find the abstract of through my LinkedIn profile's "Publications" section. The full paper on the ROJER-X remains in preparation.
Hi, I am a student at the University of Durham studying Theology and Religion. I was born in London, but am also from Poland.
I am passionate about my course, but for me, the most captivating aspects of my degree have included the areas such as biblical studies, and the anthropology/sociology of religion.
Beyond my course, I am also a passionate language learner currently learning French and biblical Greek.
My career aspirations are open to continuing further education, becoming a teacher or lawyer, or joining the civil service.
I am enthusiastic about the opportunities the Laidlaw Foundation provides and am excited to embark on this journey.
Hello! I'm Edie, a Physical Geography student at Durham University, with aspirations to enter the sustainable agriculture and environment world once I graduate. I'm really interested in how we can marry together the developing needs of humanity in a time of climate change and planetary uncertainty.
I am passionate about creating an inclusive sense of belonging for students, leadership development, harm reduction, and helping students identify their version of success. I have worked in higher education for the last eight years in different functional areas, including identity-based advocacy, orientation, transition and retention, fraternity and sorority life, and leadership development. I have a B.A. from Willamette University in American Ethnic Studies and History and a M.S. in Educational Administration with an emphasis in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education from Texas A&M University (Gig 'em!).
I spend my free time fly-fishing, hiking, watching anything in the Star Wars universe, reading, browsing record stores, going to concerts, and searching for the best flat white in NE England!
Hello! I am Mairéad, a PPE student at Durham University. I am really interested in social justice and how human rights are upheld/fail to be upheld. I have aspirations to work in the international human rights sector. I am excited to hear about other people's research and looking forward to being part of the 2024 cohort of research and leadership scholars!
Outside of academics, I'm quite involved in some charity and activist work, particularly around the protection of refugee rights. I'm also big into netball and run my college's team!
Hi! I am a junior at Cornell University pursuing an independent major of Interdisciplinary Studies (Education, Information Science, Psychology). Through Laidlaw, I am conducting research on the social-ecological impacts of Indonesia's capital relocation and am excited to explore the intersection between bioacoustics, Indigenous knowledge, and public education. Feel free to connect with me on here or on LinkedIn!
Hello! I am a rising sophomore interested in the intersection between health, environment, and advocacy. During Laidlaw, I am excited to research the impact of radiation on the Pacific Islands, specifically regarding contamination in local fruit and vegetation of Kiribati island.
Hello! I am Emily, a Biosciences student at Durham University with aspirations to become an academic researcher. I am particularly interested in molecular biology and genetics.
I love meeting people and learning new things - I would love to connect with you!