Manisha Lalloo
Manisha Lalloo is a science writer and communicator.
She studied chemistry at Durham University before discovering she preferred to talk about science than practice it. On making the switch into public engagement she has worked as a blogger, policy advisor and organised a host of science events. Although chemistry remains her first love, today her work has taken her into physics, computing, engineering and beyond.
CareersSix years of AstraZeneca’s graduate training programme
The participants in the scheme are finding success in a variety of careers
CareersShould you take a MOOC?
Five tips on picking a free online course to further your scientific career
CareersRethinking industrial placements
How SMEs are bridging the gap between undergraduates and industry
CareersThe ethics of scientific publishing
How to spot a problem paper – and what you should do about it
CareersMoving to South Africa
With a thriving chemical industry, the country could offer an exciting new life
CareersFinding your future in south east France
The south east of France offers great quality of life for chemists willing to learn the language
CareersHow to give a scientific presentation
Five tips to keep an audience engaged without using cat pictures
ResearchLadder polymer ‘unzipped’ with a pull
Polyladderene transformed to polyacetylene using mechanochemistry
ResearchNew twist for electrodes boosts hydrogen production
Conductive chiral polymer increases process’ efficiency by selecting the ‘right’ electrons
FeatureScience's problem with unconscious bias
Kit Chapman looks at how people are tackling the hidden biases holding sections of society back in pursuing a career in science
CareersShould older academics be forced to retire?
Why some universities are requiring staff to step down
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ResearchHuman-made minerals add to evidence for Anthropocene epoch
List of minerals that form either directly or indirectly as a result of humanity’s activities offers insights into our impact on Earth’s geology
CareersCatching up with AstraZeneca's graduate programme
Three years on, Manisha Lalloo revisits the pharma giant’s training scheme