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

In this episode of season 1 of the UK Young Academy podcast, Sandeep Sandhu, the Executive Director at Innovate UK Business Connect, shares her journey from research to innovation and the importance of collaboration across academia, industry, and government.

She discusses her involvement in science and technology diplomacy through her UK Young Academy project and the challenges and successes she's experienced in developing these initiatives. Sandeep emphasises the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and networking, and shares her aspirations for the future of the UK Young Academy.

Learn more about Sandeep and connect:

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

• ⁠UK Young Academy website profile⁠

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sandeep

03:19 Journey from research to innovation

06:04 The importance of collaboration in academia and Industry

08:26 Science and technology diplomacy initiatives

10:58 Challenges in science diplomacy projects

13:34 Impact of UK Young Academy involvement

15:54 Future aspirations for the UK Young Academy

18:45 Key lessons learned from UK Young Academy

21:10 Quickfire round and final thoughts

In the first episode of the UK Young Academy's podcast, meet member Keri Wong, a psychologist and criminologist. Keri shares her journey in academia, her research focus on youth mental health and community engagement, and her involvement with the UK Young Academy.

She discusses her research experiences, the impact of her work, and the importance of collaboration among early-career researchers. Keri emphasises the need for scientists to engage in science diplomacy and the value of community in driving positive change.

Learn more about Keri and connect:

• ⁠UK Young Academy website profile ⁠

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

• ⁠Keri's Wong Lab website⁠

• ⁠Google Scholar⁠

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Keri Wong

03:31 Research focus and community engagement

05:49 Surprising findings in research

06:33 Involvement in the UK Young Academy

08:20 Experiences and contributions in the UK Young Academy

10:53 Challenges and overcoming obstacles

13:26 Impact of the UK Young Academy on perspectives

16:12 Aspirations for future impact

18:17 Lessons learned from the UK Young Academy

20:28 Future vision for the UK Young Academy

21:59 Integrating research and policy experience

24:29 Support from UK Young Academy members

25:10 Quickfire round and final thoughts

Hear from rising stars across disciplines and sectors as they share their journeys, including the highs and lows of their careers, and what drives them to make a difference.