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Today, I'm excited to introduce you to Kamiya. She began her career inbiomedical science, driven by a passion for understanding the real-world impact of research.

Starting in the lab, she honed her scientific expertise before transitioning to a pivotal role at anNHS 111 call center, where she developed exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. These experiences laid the foundation for her career in regulatory medical writing.

Today, Kamiya works atMantra Systems, a company dedicated to guiding innovative medical devices through complex regulatory landscapes. Her role involves crafting clinical evaluation reports, state-of-the-art documents, and regulatory submissions, ensuring devices meet stringent safety and efficacy standards.

Visit Mantra System here: https://www.mantrasystems.co.uk/

Alice has built an impressive career in the healthcare field, specializing in cancer genetics and neurodegenerative inherited conditions. After earning First Class Honours in Human Biology from Loughborough University, she went on to complete a Master's degree in Genes, Environment, and Development at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience. Alice’s journey into genetic counselling was shaped through the Scientist Training Programme at Guy’s Hospital, where she honed her clinical skills and began her work with families affected by genetic conditions. 

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Thank you for being here! I hope you found this episode useful. If you did, please make sure you rate the podcast and send me a DM with what topics I should cover next 😊 I’ll see you next time.

Please find more information relevant to this episode here:

HCPC: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/

The Biomedical Science Student website: https://thebiomedicalsciencestudent.com/

More from Alex:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biomedicalsciencestudent

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiomedicalxsciencestudent/

Email: thebiomedicalsciencestudent@outlook.com

Thank you for being here! I hope you found this episode useful. If you did, please make sure you rate the podcast and send me a DM with what topics I should cover next 😊 I’ll see you next time.

Please find more information relevant to this episode here:

HCPC: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/

The Biomedical Science Student website: https://thebiomedicalsciencestudent.com/

More from Alex:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biomedicalsciencestudent

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiomedicalxsciencestudent/

Email: thebiomedicalsciencestudent@outlook.com

Thank you for being here! I hope you found this episode useful. If you did, please make sure you rate the podcast and send me a DM with what topics I should cover next 😊 I’ll see you next time.

Please find more information relevant to this episode here:

HCPC: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/

The Biomedical Science Student website: https://thebiomedicalsciencestudent.com/

More from Alex:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biomedicalsciencestudent

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiomedicalxsciencestudent/

Email: thebiomedicalsciencestudent@outlook.com

In this episode Alex walks you through what a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist interview in the NHS is like and what to expect if you will be interviewing for a similar position. If you want to learn more about how an interview is conducted and what types of questions you can be asked this is the episode for you. 

50 Interview questions for Biomedical Scientist interviews: https://thebiomedicalsciencestudent.com/50-biomedical-scientist-interview-questions-zesqvk

More from Alex: Instagram | Website | TikTok | LinkedIn

Today, I’m excited to introduce my friend Gilma, who is a Heathcare Coordinator at Burgopak, an award-winning packaging design agency.

She’s part of a team that brings innovative, patented solutions to a wide variety of industries. Gilma has an extensive background in packaging design and project management, and she’s here to share her experiences in the healthcare packaging industry and offer insights for those interested in pursuing this field.

The healthcare packaging industry plays a crucial role in the safe and effective delivery of medical products, ranging from pharmaceuticals to medical devices.

As healthcare innovation continues to grow, so does the demand for advanced, functional packaging solutions. This sector is not only essential for safety and compliance but also offers exciting opportunities for creativity and problem-solving.

For those interested in design, sustainability, and making a tangible impact in healthcare, this industry is an exciting field to explore.

Bugopak: https://burgopak.com/

More from Gilma

• Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/gilmanda?igsh=MXpwajBoenU0anpr&utm_source=qr
• "Navigating the 20s" Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0VfrTvNWf0MJ8k3Fuwq9Tr?si=g76HigA0TMGXOHxgEcOo0A
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilma-da-gama-/

Introducing you to Abdul 👏

After earning his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from Durham University, he completed a placement at Procter & Gamble, where he worked in R&D analyzing the effectiveness of proteases in household products like Fairy Liquid and Lenor.

Following this, Abdul worked as a lab technician at Imperial College before pursuing a PhD with the White Rose Mechanistic Biology DTP. His research delves into single-molecule biophysics to understand bacterial plasmid segregation, a critical process in antibiotic resistance.

Combining academic excellence with industry insight, Abdul offers a fresh perspective on tackling major healthcare challenges.

Links Related to this Episode:

White Rose: https://www.whiterose-mechanisticbiology-dtp.ac.uk/

P&G: https://www.pg.co.uk/

Follow Abdul:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdulkabir-adenopo-14495b176/• X: https://x.com/abdul_adenopo

Today I'm breaking down the differencdifference between Biomedical Science and Biomedicine courses using the Lancaster University courses as an example.

Check out the 3 work experiences I reviewed in this episode:

• https://www.bna.org.uk/careers/undergraduate-summer-research-placements/
• https://www.ukri.org/who-we-are/stfc/work-for-stfc/summer-placement-scheme/
• https://www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/students/student-placement-scheme/