In the second episode of the UK Young Academy podcast, Fatemeh Shahbazi, an Associate Professor at the University of Warwick, shares her journey in mechanical engineering and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).

She discusses her passion for education, innovative teaching methods, and her involvement with the UK Young Academy, particularly the IMAGINE project aimed at empowering disadvantaged children.

Fatemeh reflects on the importance of collaboration and inclusivity in academia and encourages others to pursue their passions.

Learn more about Fatemeh and connect:

• ⁠UK Young Academy website profile⁠

• ⁠Fatemeh's LinkedIn⁠

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fatemeh Shahbazi

01:05 Journey into computational fluid dynamics

03:50 Passion for education and innovative teaching

04:46 Involvement with the UK Young Academy

05:11 The IMAGINE project: empowering disadvantaged children

07:26 Challenges and lessons learned when volunteering

09:31 Impact of UK Young Academy on personal growth

11:22 Future aspirations

13:21 Key Lessons from UK Young Academy involvement

14:27 Vision for the future of UK Young Academy

15:58 Exciting projects in mechanical engineering

16:41 Engagement opportunities for collaboration

17:11 Quick fire round

On the fourth episode of the UK Young Academy podcast, Nikita Hari, an electronics engineer and educator, shares her journey from academia to industry, emphasising the importance of interdisciplinary work and the role of the UK Young Academy in fostering collaboration.

She discusses her work in engineering education, her involvement in tech start-ups, and her contributions to science and technology diplomacy. Nikita also offers advice to young professionals, highlighting the value of embracing failure and taking risks.

Learn more about Nikita and connect:

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

• ⁠Website⁠

• ⁠Google Scholar⁠

• ⁠University of Oxford staff profile⁠

• ⁠UK Young Academy website profile⁠

Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction to Nikita Hari

00:03:00 Career journey and education

00:09:00 Interdisciplinary work and innovation

00:15:00 Role in tech startups

00:21:00 Science and technology diplomacy

00:27:00 Advice for young professionals

On the third episode of the UK Young Academy podcast, Denis Newman-Griffis shares their journey from computer science to leading AI and health initiatives at the University of Sheffield. They discuss the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, challenges faced in academia, and their motivations for joining the UK Young Academy.

Denis highlights their contributions to the Young Academy, the impact of this work on their professional life, and their aspirations for the future of the organisation. They emphasise the need for continuous improvement and the importance of building a supportive community.

Learn more about Denis and connect:

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

• ⁠Website ⁠

• ⁠Google Scholar⁠

• ⁠UK Young Academy website profile⁠

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Denis

02:55 Denis' journey in AI and health

05:59 Interdisciplinary challenges in research

08:42 Motivation for joining the UK Young Academy

11:26 Contributions to the UK Young Academy

14:40 Overcoming challenges in a Young Organisation

17:52 Impact of UK Young Academy on Denis' work

20:32 Future aspirations for the UK Young Academy

23:32 Engaging with the community

26:20 Final thoughts and advice