Profile
Stephanie Mann
Got a new science YouTube Channel, check out my first video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJmGsQIcAwI
My CV
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Education:
Went to Currie High School in Edinburgh. Did Astrophysics at Glasgow University, then did my EngD between 3 Unis: Strathclyde, Edinburgh and Exeter University
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Qualifications:
MSci in astrophysics at Glasgow University, and EngD in Offshore renewable Energy (pending)
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Work History:
I have worked for E.ON the energy company and before that I did lots of charity work for companies like UNICEF and Banardos
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Current Job:
Innovation Manager at the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
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About Me:
I’m a bit geeky, love the outdoors, and I enjoy learning new things and meeting new people
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Big offshore wind turbines are some of the trickiest types of renewable energy to install. The benefits are that the wind is stronger and more steady offshore, and it doesn’t disturb people so much when it’s offshore. My job is to find ways to make this type of renewable energy cheaper – sometimes that’s through small steps like making each turbine a bit bigger, but sometimes it’s through researching new things like flying wind turbines, which could bring a big change in the cost of energy!
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My Typical Day:
Every day is different but I spend a lot of my time researching new technologies, travelling to various events, meeting technology developers and doing technical computer work in the office
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On Friday I went out to visit a big offshore wind turbine. I took pictures especially to share with you guys on “I’m a Scientist!”
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What I'd do with the prize money:
If I won I would use it to host a series of events at schools that would allow students to make their own fully working wind turbines!
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
tall geeky funny
What did you want to be after you left school?
Rollercoaster Designer
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Not with the teachers but sometimes with other students!
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Muse, Greenday, Avici, Macklemore, Metallica... and disney!
What's your favourite food?
Lasagne
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
To be able to visit every big theme park in the world, to make a positive impact on the world, and to have the ability to teleport instantly to wherever I want whenever I want!
Tell us a joke.
A horse walks into a bar and said "hey". The bartender said "sorry we only have beers"
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