Opening the Universe: science outreach with Dr. Alex Thompson

Learn about the importance of science outreach as hosts Jeni and Lorenzo chat with Dr. Alex Thompson, a Postdoc at UCL’s department of physics and astronomy. Alex is soon moving to INAF Astronomical Observatory of Palermo and enlightens us of her contribution to ORBYTS, a programme that connects school students to real astrophysics research. Alex shares her career story, from her undergraduate degree to where she is today, showcasing her passion for outreach and shedding light on the found potential of school children apparent through outreach projects such as ORBYTS. Listen in as we are reminded that science is a collaborative effort, and the scientific community is home to all.