As a world-leader in diagnostics, dedicated to improving the health of populations across the globe, we know the importance of inspiring and nurturing the next generation of scientists who will carry on our hard work and strive to realise our vision.

Our scientists at Randox are all equally passionate, knowledgeable and experienced, and as such often make visits to schools, universities and colleges to spend time with students interested in asking our team about what it’s like to work in a global healthcare company.

This month, Marta Crudden, an R&D Scientist in our Serum Production Team, paid a visit to St. Bride’s Primary School in Belfast, to spend the day with the pupils there and showcase what a career in science has to offer.

Marta commented;

“When I was offered the opportunity to speak at St. Bride’s Primary School I jumped at the chance, because I am passionate about encouraging school children to pursue a career in STEM.  I have a Biomedical Degree from Queen’s University and also spent 5 years there conducting cancer research, so science has played a big part in my life.

“I was delighted to be able to share my experiences with the children, who were very interested in what I had to say.  It was very enjoyable listening to and answering their imaginative questions, and I particularly enjoyed the presentation I gave to the pupils on DNA, because they were all incredibly curious and eager to learn more.

“They were fascinated to hear that all cells, not just humans, have DNA, and therefore were throughly attentive when we moved on to our interactive session on DNA.  During this session I showed them how to extract DNA from strawberries and what it really looks like in a real organism.

“This prompted a lot of interesting questions about cloning animals, including dinosaurs!  There is nothing quite like the imagination and curiosity of children!

“A few days after my day at St Bride’s I received a number of messages from some of the parents saying thank you for my talk, and for inspiring their kids to become interested in science.

“I like to think that some of those children will go on to choose STEM subjects when they go to highschool, and could even end up working here at Randox!  I’m delighted to have been able to share the work we do with the next generation of scientists.”

For more information on how Randox promotes STEM careers within schools and universities please contact randoxpr@randox.com