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Mary Adeturinmo: Combining science and creativity

Celebrating Disability History Month

“Raising awareness about living with Sickle Cell can help others facing similar challenges and demonstrate that it is possible to thrive in science while living with a disability.” 

Mary Adeturinmo is currently Interim Executive Assistant for the Associate Provosts for EDI, and has previously worked as a Research Assistant based in the National Heart and Lung Institute. Her research role within the EQuity Lab is closely aligned with the Imperial Sickle Cell Group, of which she is a co-founder.

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Nico Henry: Representation and championing inclusivity

Celebrating Disability History Month Nico Henry in front of the Imperial College Union

“People have different disabilities and a lot of them are very hidden. If anyone has any issues, including accessibility issues or anything they want to discuss – I’m here.”

Nico Henry is Deputy President (Welfare) for Imperial College Union, having recently completed his undergraduate degree in theoretical physics.

Championing the students’ union

While he was studying, he didn’t know much about Imperial’s student union or what they did. Now he is on a mission to promote the great work that goes on and speak to as many students as possible.

“Every other Friday I am going to be outside the Senior Common Room at lunchtime. Come along – ask us what we’re up to, leave some feedback or complain. We’re here!”

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Meg Spiteri: Representing the student voice

Celebrating Disability History Month  

Meg Spiteri

“It’s about connecting students with other people going through the same thing and having a sense of community.” 

Alongside her PhD with the Department of Bioengineering, Meg is the Imperial College Union Disabilities Officer.   

Navigating student life  

Now in the third year of her PhD, Meg is developing a medical device to prevent pressure ulcers.  

It was in her first year of her PhD that Meg was diagnosed with autism, and she completed her undergraduate degree at Imperial with minimal adjustments.  

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Lewis Turner: subject matter expert on all things international mobility

Lewis Turner with helicopter in Himalayas

“Given my background and experiences, I feel like I have mobility in my blood.”

Lewis Turner is our International Mobility Manager, leading the International Mobility Team (IMT). He joined Imperial in spring 2022.

Advisors on all things international

The International Mobility Team (IMT) advises on ‘all things international’ and include members from HR, Compliance, and Payroll & Pensions. (more…)

Jordan Nairne: Inspiration and inclusion in IT

Celebrating Black History Month

Jordan Naire

“Since joining Imperial, I’ve felt like part of a more inclusive workplace – they really do a great job of creating a progressive space for minorities.”

Jordan Nairne is an IT Service Management Analyst in ICT who joined Imperial in 2018. He has previously worked in corporate companies, including Transport for London where he was involved in the project to install Wi-Fi on the underground network ahead of the 2012 Olympics.

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Comfort Oluwakoya: Upholding Black voices

“I want Black and minority ethnic students to know that they belong at Imperial and that there’s a place here for them.”

Comfort Oluwakoya is a third year Medical student and is Imperial College Union’s current Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Officer.

Upholding Black voices

Comfort was driven to become the union’s BME Officer as she believes it is vital Black students having a seat at the table and she wants to provide a Black role model for new students. (more…)

Ingrid Logan: Creating an exemplary technical environment

Ingrid Logan

“It’s an honour to be awarded the Imperial College Medal and it’s great to see this type of role and its contribution to the university being recognised.”

Ingrid Logan is the Technical Services and Safety Manager for the Dyson School of Design Engineering. Her career at Imperial began in 2008 as Apprentice Technician for the Innovation Design Engineering course, a joint programme with the Royal College of Art. Her years of contribution and service to the organisation were recognised with an Imperial College Medal, awarded at the Royal Albert Hall as part of Commemoration Day. The medal recognises meritorious or praiseworthy service to Imperial or for having otherwise enhanced its reputation, mission and objectives.

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Alex Stepney, Facility Manager, Central Biomedical Services 

Alex Stepney, Facility Manager, Central Biomedical Services

“I have always been fascinated by the essential role that animal research plays in the mainstream discoveries we see in the media.” 

I have worked in the animal research industry for 32 years, over half of which has been at Imperial College London. I started my career journey in this industry as an Animal Technician in 1992. I believe good connections between the researchers and animal facility staff are critical for the progress of science and the welfare of animals, and my career path has been based on this belief.  

I also believe that continued learning and development help to promote staff engagement. Therefore, I train my staff to meet the highest standards of animal welfare. I encourage staff to talk to the researchers they work with, visit their lab meetings, and attend seminars to understand the research conducted in our facilities. This enables discussions on how improvements can be made to their studies, like housing, habituation, or experimental techniques. It also allows us to offer additional training to improve animal welfare.     (more…)

Professor Samuel Agyei-Mensah: International collaboration and local impact

Celebrating Black History Month

Samuel Agyei-Mensah

“The experience of being a visiting professor has been incredibly beneficial. I’ve been able to strengthen existing networks, develop new partnerships and collaborations, and deliver lectures to student and public audiences.”

Professor Samuel Agyei-Mensah is a Professor of Geography at the University of Ghana and a Visiting Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London. His current role at Imperial follows on from his position as Provost’s Visiting Professor (2023-24), a scheme established to improve the diversity of the university by hosting leading Black and minority ethnic academics.

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