People Make Research: CREATIVITY by Res Dev

Alvise Favotto

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:45:16 UTC

Alvise Favotto is one of my supervisors, who has been an incredible source of motivation for me. He sets clear goals and expectations while providing full academic support, always encouraging me to perform at my best. No matter how busy he is, he’s always available to help, even if that means scheduling extra meetings. He values creativity, listens to all my research ideas (even the silly ones!), and helps me refine them until they develop into something meaningful.

Beyond academia, Alvise has played a huge role in my professional development. He has provided me with training, mentoring, and career opportunities, helping me strengthen my profile and prepare for the job market.

Aula Ammar

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:45:28 UTC

Aula is an invaluable member of the team, who uses her knowledge and expertise to foster a supportive research culture. She ensures researchers at all levels receive guidance and encouragement- making time to teach undergraduate students, mentor PhD students and meaningfully lead projects. Aula leads by example with her high-quality of work, in-depth analysis and drive for research. Aula uses this knowledge and patience to train other members of the research group, as part of leading key projects, and has a big impact in the research group.

Cia Jackson

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:45:38 UTC

Dr Cia Jackson has transformed research storytelling through her innovative and creative approach with the College of Arts & Humanities' Glasgow Stories podcast. By creating a strategic platform that amplifies CoAH researchers' work, particularly those of early career researchers, she has developed a method of research communication that elevates our storytelling. Her collaborative approach brings together digital media, central communications, and academic colleagues to identify and showcase compelling research stories. Through this podcast, she not only provides a media platform for researchers but also creates a supportive ecosystem that values and celebrates scholarly work across the College, making research more accessible and engaging for both academic and public audiences. It is also providing a pipeline of impactful stories to engage the media also.

Ed Roberts

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:46:01 UTC

As a thoughtful, compassionate and an inclusive principal investigator, Ed created a uniquely positive research environment that isn’t limited to his lab but palpable throughout the institute. He built his lab around kindness to individuals and passion for science, both of which are reflected in his unwavering strive to support everyone and his genuine nurture of their potential. That combined with his openness and acceptance of all aspects of a personal identity created a safe space that not only inspires individuals to grow into unique scientists themselves but drives them to elevate those around them.

Nathalie Tasler

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:46:20 UTC

Nathalie is an inspirational and hugely collegiate scholarship leader. Nathalie’s approach combines sustainable structural community support with attention to nurturing the scholarship identity and confidence of the individual. The range of initiatives that Nathalie develops and connects staff to demonstrates her commitment to providing support and inspiration in whatever format it is needed. Creative, playful and inclusive approaches underpin the support Nathalie provides and she is always keen to adapt and curate resources and training for discipline or cohort-specific needs. Warmth, regard for wellbeing and authenticity characterise Nathalie’s interactions with colleagues fostering explorative and creative scholarship inquiries.

Lisa Bradley

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:46:43 UTC

Lisa is a fabulous supervisor and experienced researcher in creative methods and art practices. I really enjoy the conversations with creative approaches and writing practices. As it is never easy to write papers in second language as English and work with people from different disciplines, cultural backgrounds and social contexts, Lisa suggested me to explore different ways of sense-making. She is always open-minded and patiently to hear my experiences on practising art-methods and wired experiments of making inquiries. Due to her passions in research, my colleagues and I can always have her genuine opinions, learn from her workshop practices and helpful feedback to overcome writing challenges.

Matias Perez

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:46:57 UTC

Matias is an inspirational Research Fellow. He gives 100% to everything he does - has creative ideas, designs approaches to address them and carries out research to a high standard. He's also a role model for other researchers, giving his time to advise and train more junior lab members to address fundamental and clinical research challenges. He never gives up - and despite the challenges a scientific career can have, hope it continues!

Manuel Salmeron-Sanchez

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:47:19 UTC

Manuel is more than a mentor, he’s a deeply supportive guide who truly sees and nurtures people. With patience, wisdom, and genuine care, he helps others believe in themselves and grow into their best selves. He listens, advises, and encourages without ever making you feel like a burden. Beyond career guidance, Manuel brings creativity and curiosity to research, treating science as an exciting journey rather than a strict path. He challenges assumptions, inspires exploration, and shows how to think beyond the obvious. Remarkably intuitive, he knows when to push, guide, or step back, always fostering independence. With Manuel, growth feels natural, and success feels possible, because he believes in you every step of the way.

Deirdre Heddon

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:47:30 UTC

What I appreciate most about Dee is her generosity. It’s in every area of her practice, from her intellectual generosity- her openness in sharing ideas and concepts- to making new connections between colleagues, to her generosity with her time, creativity and energy. Every time I work with her, or even just bump into her in the street, I leave that interaction full of all that great energy, re-invigorated, and ready to be at my best. Dee’s warmth and generosity are rare qualities—I'm trying my best to carry that spirit forward by bringing it into my own practice.

Kay Guccione

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:47:52 UTC

Kay shows up for me as a supportive colleague in so many ways…kicking around ideas, plotting and planning the next big project, short and sassy pep talks, an insightful sounding board, a committed collaborator. Everyone needs a Kay on their side.

Frances Mair

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:48:20 UTC

An exceptional mentor, collaborator and role model. She is always available to support both technically and professionally. You can ask them for help any time۔ Open to connect to external collaborators without hesitation. full of novel ideas to serve humanity.

Emma Parsons

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:48:32 UTC

Emma has completely revolutionised the culture of our research group and impacts other researchers profoundly; from everyday guidance to big-picture career moves. It has been a joy to watch Emma thrive in her role and continue to push for bigger and better. Through her creativity, drive and enthusiasm, Emma has created new and exciting opportunities for the research group. Additionally, she has designed and overseen new public engagement initiatives and effectively managed grant proposals, all while promoting an inclusive research environment. We are incredibly lucky to have Emma.

Charlotte Reid

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:48:57 UTC

Many will have watched Charlotte's fantastic videos about researchers in the ARC, however, few may have had the chance to see Charlotte working behind the lens. Charlotte has a keen creative eye and a supportive nature, which really brings the people she works with out of their shell, and this is what makes Charlotte's finished articles so engaging and interesting to watch. While her videos showcase the amazing work of others, I would like to take this opportunity to showcase the amazing work of Charlotte! She truly sees researchers and makes them and their work so visible to others in such a creative and meaningful way.

Catherine Lido

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:49:31 UTC

My primary supervisor has been exceptionally supportive throughout my research degree. Professor Lido's deep knowledge of my research area has provided invaluable insight, while her approachable and encouraging demeanour has created a positive environment where I feel comfortable discussing challenges. Her consistent guidance and constructive feedback have helped me refine my work and develop as an independent researcher. Professor Lido's leadership fosters a collaborative and respectful research culture, which has greatly contributed to my academic growth and confidence.

Lazaros Karaliotas

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:49:40 UTC

My PhD experience with Lazaros has reminded me that the mutual relationship between researchers and research forms the foundation of creativity. A critical position towards research, and the ongoing process of reflecting this in our work, has shaped my geographical thinking about life. WE have made RESEARCH on creativity among ever-changing uncertainties in Glasgow. I am always grateful, Lazaros.

Jennifer Barrie

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:49:50 UTC

Jen, a force like no other, true and bright,

An eco-warrior, sets nature alight.

For 45years, she’s worked with great care,

A voice for the union, always fiercely fair.

No prisoners taken when justice’s at stake,

She stands for what’s right, every small break.

Her laugh, like a melody, joyful and pure,

A sound that lifts spirits, making hearts sure.

And in the kitchen, a secret delight,

Her baking, a masterpiece, every bite!

Her legacy’s written in research and song,

A beacon of knowledge, where all belong.

Jen, your impact is far and wide,

Through all your efforts, you’ve helped us to stride.

So here’s to you, Jen, for all you’ve achieved,

A champion, a mentor, by us all believed.

Leonardo Franchi

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:50:13 UTC

Leonardo is an excellent colleague. He is always happy to discuss academic matters and to offer encouragement to those around him to excel. His focus in the development of his own research (and teaching) rubs off on those around him, and his affable nature help him to lead in a quiet, reassuring, and impactful way. Leonardo is always happy to bring others into the orbit of his projects, and to help them to make connections with other colleagues and academic communities. I for one am grateful to him for his support and encouragement!

Maria Mcphillips

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:50:41 UTC

Maria models her research leadership in ways that show how the whisper speaks to the storm. She is hugely creative in her vision for how the University should be world-changing, and what that means upstream and downstream for capacity building and empowering the research ecology. Her brilliance as a team and strategic leader is unquestionable. What stands out, though, is that she is not showy or exclusive in that leadership. She listens and consults at all levels, to whoever is best positioned to input ideas. She thinks carefully on what needs to be done, and she credits others when they do it. She is an incredible role model to me, and I know to lots of other colleagues too.

Sadie Ryan

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:50:59 UTC

I really value Sadie’s leadership of the amazing UofG Podcasters community. She brings an open and welcoming atmosphere, tonnes of behind-the-scenes organisation, fosters lovely collaborations, organises talks from fantastic speakers, and suggests lots of exciting things in community meet up and in the Teams space. I’ve loved meeting everyone in the group, listening to and learning from them, and really appreciate all Sadie’s hard work in bringing us together. Thank you Sadie!

Dan Barfod

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:51:40 UTC

I don't believe that Dan is truly aware of the difference he has made, and the respect he inspires, within his team and beyond. He has an outstanding grasp of his research field and is and rigorous and professional in his research, driven by a natural and infectious scientific curiosity. He is generous with his time and has boundless support for everyone, especially his students. Dan has a fun, insightful perspective and a unique creativity for problem solving in the lab, and in the research projects, that he leads with seemingly effortless capability. I feel so grateful to have Dan as a mentor and colleague - he's simply awesome!

Julien Lekernec

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:51:51 UTC

My nominee was deeply committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive research culture. He actively mentors and advocates others, providing guidance that empowers researchers to thrive. His leadership is characterized by collaboration, integrity, and dedication to knowledge-sharing. He created opportunities for professional growth and ensured that diverse perspectives were valued. His support positively affected me by encouraging my development, offering constructive feedback, and facilitating connections that have strengthened my research. His ability to inspire and uplift others has enhanced my confidence and motivated me to contribute.

Margaret Mullin

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-02 13:51:57 UTC

Margaret has been the cornerstone of the Electron Microscopy core for over 30 years. She has supported countless Master students, PhD students, postdocs and principal investigators over her years handling and processing samples for electron microscopy. She has gone above and beyond her role to make sure researchers would get their results, while also managing the facility.

She has published several papers as the result of her dedication to the facility. Everyone who meets her will say her dedication and passion for the facility are remarkable. She is always in a good spirit, receptive and making sure all are happy - this includes having some chocolate always at hand.

Margaret is a driving force of the facility and indeed of the University.

Julia Isakova

researcherdevelopment — 2025-07-25 12:03:19 UTC

Julia, a second-year PhD student at the School of Molecular Biosciences, has made outstanding contributions to Innovation, Engagement, and Enterprise at the Centre for the Cellular Microenvironment (CeMi). She has strengthened industry ties through her collaboration with Horiba, presenting research at their events. Passionate about public engagement, she secured a Glasgow Science Festival in Action internship, co-developing interactive activities. She plays a key role in STEM outreach, organising school events and co-hosting the CeMi podcast. Julia’s creativity, dedication, and communication skills make science more accessible, enhancing industry partnerships and inspiring the public.

Anita Quye

researcherdevelopment — 2025-09-01 21:30:37 UTC

Professor Anita Quye is a knowledgeable, generous, and kind supervisor and lecturer. Her approach to her work nurtures creativity within her research group and the wider department. Her passion for her subject area inspires students to reach beyond their comfort zone into other disciplines, and her academic and personal support of her research students bolsters confidence and equips them with the skills to successfully complete their research. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to work with Anita.