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MRC Brain Network Dynamics Unit researcher takes outreach programme online

Engagement Opportunities General

MRC Brain Networks Dynamics Unit scientist Dr Natalie Doig has been selected to participate in 'I’m A Scientist, Get me out of here!', a free online outreach event where school pupils meet and interact with scientists.

Over the next two weeks, Natalie will answer questions submitted by school pupils, and engage in live online text-based chats with them. Natalie is representing the brain and wider nervous system, as part of the event’s 'Organs Zone'.  Following a competition format similar to the show ‘X Factor’, the pupils are the judges and vote for their favourite scientists. The winning scientist receives £500 to spend on science communication.

Read more (MRC Brain Networks Dynamics Unit website)

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