science department News
Miss M Wilkins
On Wednesday evening, eleven of our Year 12 Science students travelled into London for an evening packed with curiosity, discovery, and inspiration.
Their first stop was the iconic British Library. While under-18s can’t yet access the vast collection of books without a reader pass, students were struck by the scale of the building and are already planning to return when they can make full use of its world-class facilities. The group then headed to the Francis Crick Institute to take part in the “Sip of Science” event — an incredible opportunity to meet and talk with scientists across all fields. From medicine and biology to data science and artificial intelligence, the students asked thoughtful, probing questions that really impressed the professionals. Topics ranged from the origins of the first cell to the role of AI in protein tagging, with our students showing real depth of knowledge and a passion for the subject. A highlight of the evening was the fact that all of the scientists they spoke with were women — a brilliant reminder of the strength of representation and a real celebration of girl power in science. With the Welcome Photography Prize winners exhibition as the backdrop, it was an evening that not only broadened horizons but also left students feeling inspired about their own future paths in science and medicine. Staff at the event commented on how engaging and insightful our students were in their conversations — something we are very proud of.
Made with FlippingBook Digital Publishing Software