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Over 30 local sixth-form students have been taking part in research projects in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics subjects over the past couple of months as part of a programme of research placements supported by the Nuffield Foundation.

Thalia Ballinger is studying at Collyer’s College in Horsham and is working on a project with Senior Lecturer, Simon Jeffs. Speaking about her placement, Thalia said: “I would love to study medicine at University. I was reading a book from the college library that really opened my eyes to the research side of medicine. I found out about the Nuffield programme and decided to apply.

“I am working with Simon on a research project looking into the science behind the myths around cranberry juice as a cure for cystitis. You don’t get a chance to work in a proper research environment like this at college. That is what makes this so fantastic. I am also enjoying swapping stories with Simon who it turns out also studied at Collyer’s!”

Thalia Ballinger

Eleanor Goodier

Eleanor Goodier is also studying at Collyer’s College in Horsham: “I found out about the Nuffield programme when I was doing some work on one of my GSCE’s. I am thinking about studying chemistry at university. This is a completely different experience and environment. I have seen liquid nitrogen being used, but never had the chance to work with it before and I have also had the chance to work alongside PhD students. I would recommend this programme to anyone.”

Sam Eserin is studying at BHASVIC : “I am hoping to study Natural Sciences at University. I was really keen to get some ‘hands on’ research experience to help with my personal statement. Working on this project looking at the effects of different biofuels on engine performance is great. I wouldn’t get the chance to do anything like this at college. It really gives you an idea of what doing research at university is like.”

Both Eleanor and Sam are working with Dr Rob Morgan who leads the ESPRC Ultra-Efficient Engines and Fuels Project, a joint project between the 香蕉直播, University College London, Brunel University and Oxford University working with global companies BP, Ricardo, Jaguar land Rover and Delphi Diesel Systems.

Sam Eserin

Dr Rob Morgan and Sam Eserin

Commenting on the placement students, Rob Morgan said: “It is incredibly important to nurture the research scientist and engineers of the future. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Eleanor and Sam. Programmes like this are a great way of giving young people a taste of what university and research are all about and firing their enthusiasm.”

The research placements programme is one of a number of activities organised by STEM Sussex, the outreach support department at the 香蕉直播 that works in partnership with employers and schools to enthuse and inspire young people about science, technology, engineering and maths. The placements programme has a particular emphasis on college students who generally do not have any family experience of applying to, or studying at, university.