"This placement has been the most valuable work experience I could have had. I've picked up so many practical skills, but also how to collect and present data clearly. I've learnt how to manage my time better, multi-task and be more patient."
"Getting real and sometimes unexpected results from my experiments was very satisfying and gave me the sense that I had achieved something and contributed to the lab's field of research."
"My post-doc supervisor could not have done a better job, as I am sure that the fact this was such an amazing experience is mostly due to the understanding, patience and friendliness he demonstrated over the summer."
"I learnt a lot in my time here, both science and the lab experience in general. I also got a lot of support from everyone in the lab and had a really good time getting to know everyone."
"I really enjoyed developing skills that are not covered particularly well at University. Lab work at University is nothing like actually working in research, and the chance to see what it is actually like is really important."
"Everything exceeded expectations, and I honestly enjoyed every day."
"I think that it has been a real benefit to the lab to have the student with us this summer."
"It was good to have the student around, we achieved a lot and there is a distinct possibility that her name will appear on a future publication."
"I firmly believe that hands-on lab experience is critical for training tomorrow's researchers, and I was glad to take part!"
Most of the students who have been on an LRI Summer Studentship go on to apply for a place on a PhD programme.
The following are three of our past students describing their summer studentship experiences.
