Robyn More

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After pouring her hear and soul into her final year project, Robyn received the Ford Kirkpatrick Prize, which served not only as a recognition of her impressive work, but also as a reflection of the resilience it took to make it through this challenging time.

Find out more about Robyn’s story below.

What programme did you study and why did you choose it?

I studied Biology with a focus on human disease and drug discovery. I chose this programme because I’ve always been interested in understanding how diseases work at a molecular level and how this knowledge can be used to develop new treatments. Heriot-Watt’s strong research environment and applied teaching approach really appealed to me.

Did you get any support during your time at Heriot-Watt?

Yes, I received a lot of support from academic staff throughout my degree. In particular, my final year supervisor, Professor Nicholas Leslie, was incredibly helpful and supportive during my project, and I’m really grateful for the guidance he provided.

Can you tell us why you received the Ford Kirkpatrick Prize and what it means to be a prize-winning student?

I was awarded the Ford Kirkpatrick Prize for achieving the highest standard in my final year project on detecting metalloproteins as potential biomarkers for disease. Final year was intense at times and balancing everything could feel overwhelming, so it means a lot to have that hard work recognised.

What unique opportunities have you had during your studies?

I had the chance to take part in the Athena SWAN project with Daniel Green over the summer, which gave me a different perspective on equality and inclusion in science. My final year project also allowed me to get hands-on experience in an exciting and emerging area of biomedical research.

What advice do you have for current students?

Take every opportunity to get involved, whether that’s research, internships, or asking questions in class. And don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. There’s a lot of support available if you reach out.

What are you planning to do after you graduate?

I’m going on to study a master’s in Medical Genetics at Newcastle University. I’m excited to build on what I’ve learnt and explore more of the research side of human disease.