In partnership with the Dill Faulkes Educational Trust
Every year, Liverpool John Moores University's Astrophysics Research Institute (ARI) offers 20 Year 12 students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in astrophysics during a week-long work experience. This year, students once again embarked on an extraordinary 5-day journey, learning from professionals, enhancing their STEM skills, and conducting their own research projects in a one-of-a-kind learning environment.
Occupation: Planetary Physicist and Communicator
Year born: 1983
Every year, the LJMU's Astrophysics Research Institute (ARI) welcomes 20 Year 12 students for a week's work experience. Students spend an amazing 5 days learning about astrophysics from professionals, developing their STEM skills, and completing their own research projects.
Occupation: Astrophysicist
Research Areas: Galaxy formation, Observational astronomy
"I consider myself extremely lucky to be where I am, do what I do, and to be surrounded by so many amazing people here in Liverpool."
Occupation: Astronomer and Professor
Year born: 1960
Occupation: Astronomer and CEO
Research Area: Education, Science Communication, Planetariums, and Astronomy
