I share an office with a team of seven, and I work most closely with two other technicians. Together, we’re responsible for several labs – mine is the tissue culture lab. There’s always someone around to ask for help, and people are always popping in or messaging for advice. We all get along well, have lunch together and support each other. Being part of a team makes everything easier and more enjoyable.
I work in the Bioengineering department at Imperial College London. I make sure the laboratory is safe, clean and fully stocked so that scientists can focus on their experiments. The laboratory researches diseases like cancer and dementia, as well as testing potential new regenerative medicine, like stem cell treatment or using tiny microchips to help those with brain injuries. It’s great to be part of this process and to know I’m helping to improve the future of medicine.