Profile
Caitlin Lewis
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About Me:
I live and study in Nottingham as a PhD student in chemistry at the University of Nottingham. ⚛️ Apart from science, I love to dance, and my favourite style is salsa! 💃
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My pronouns are:
She/Her
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My Work:
I am a PhD student researching how quantum computing can be applied in chemistry.
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My Typical Day:
I wake up between 7-8. When I’m ready, I’ll walk into the office which takes about 20 min. When I get there, I write my daily to do list (which will usually include some form of reading, writing or calculations/coding). I break for lunch just after 12 and eat with others in the computational chemistry department. Once I’ve checked off my to do list, I’ll write a summary of the day or next steps and head home between 4-5.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
dancing quantum chemist
What did you want to be after you left school?
A science TV show presenter
Were you ever in trouble at school?
No, I was a goody two shoes.
If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?
If not science, I think I would have gone into music or performing arts.
Who is your favourite singer or band?
First aid kit
What's your favourite food?
Chocolate
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
To be better at dance tricks, to be less anxious, and to have my own science TV show.
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