Science Magazine Society: Biology Editor

Hi everyone! I am Melanie, a Y2 Medical Innovation and Enterprise student with a passion for biology and science communication. My degree allows me to explore the intersection of biomedical research, innovation and real-world impact, strengthening both my scientific understanding and my curiosity about emerging discoveries. Previously, I was a Biology Writer for GirlsInSTEM (a non-profit organisation to build learning opportunities to help disadvantaged communities explore STEM) where I translated complex topics into engaging, accessible articles for a wider audience. I’m enthusiastic about staying up to date with new research and highlighting exciting developments within the life sciences. I would be thrilled to contribute to UCL Science Magazine as a Biology Editor and help create content that informs, engages and educates.

Hi everyone, my name is Imogen, I am a Biological Sciences student, and I am so excited to be running for Biology Editor!

As first-year representative for the magazine, I have created weekly sections for News Bites/ The Bulletin and contributed an article. As editor of the ‘Biology Bazinga’ magazine in 2025, and an English tutor, I gained experience giving constructive feedback and collaborating with others to hone their work. 

I am passionate about working with writers and tailoring the editing process to achieve their personal vision, whilst ensuring that quality and scientific accuracy is maintained through meticulous attention to detail and an extensive understanding of grammar. There is always something new to learn in science and it is my goal to encourage everyone to share their knowledge and unique perspective by getting involved with the magazine. 

I believe in the importance of science communication as a pathway to spread enjoyment of science to others and to improve awareness of critical issues. This is what has inspired my love of writing, and I would be thrilled to continue contributing to the magazine and working with all of the amazing members of the committee. 

Hello, I am Peggy Greenway, and I am running for Biology Editor. 

While I am studying Biology, I am constantly looking for ways to combine my love for the natural world with my expertise in essay writing, literary criticism and public communication. 

As Biology Editor I will guide writers to precision and accessibility, while remaining faithful to their personal angle and style, as it is the wealth of different authors that gives Science Magazine its unique value. Having written for the magazine myself, I will emulate the valuable guidance I received from my editor, while also supplying in-depth feedback, to encourage new writers to return to the magazine again. In the age of AI, writing independently may seem an impossible task, so I will work to break down the barrier of insecurity and teach writers to trust their own skill. 

While the target audience of the Science Magazine is mainly the student body, I am skilled in writing and presenting to a range of audiences, from primary school children to peers and professors during my degree. My self-confidence and affinity for public speaking will allow me to seamlessly fit into the Science Magazine team, alongside my rigorous personal organisation and dedication to perfecting my input. 

I believe the mark of an excellent scientist is not simply innovation and understanding on your own terms, but the ability to explain your knowledge to the world. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to working as your Biology Editor.

I have enjoyed serving as a Biology Editor for the Science Magazine Society over the past year. This role has allowed me to engage critically with emerging scientific ideas, support contributors in refining their work, and help uphold the clarity of the biology content. I am eager to continue in this position so that I can further contribute to maintaining high editorial standards, mentoring writers, and ensuring that our biology articles remain accurate, accessible, and of the highest quality.
 

I am a second-year BSc Medical Innovation and Enterprise student, and I am excited to apply for the position of Biology Editor. My degree is the intersection of biology and technology, allowing me to approach articles from a deep biological but also nuanced perspective.

My interest in reading biology-related articles developed through my school’s Biology Journal Club, where I enjoyed exploring topics ranging from the latest healthcare innovations to emerging research such as the potential use of psilocybin (“magic mushrooms”) in treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Being part of the UCL Science Magazine would be a great opportunity to further my passion for reading and writing about biology.

I also have previous experience as a Lead Writer for my school magazine, where I focused on the medical and biology sections. In this role, I coordinated between student writers and the editorial team, strengthening my communication and organisational skills while working towards tight publishing deadlines. I also appreciate the importance of being approachable and supportive so that contributors feel confident sharing and developing their ideas.

I really enjoy transforming technical research into engaging content for readers who may not have a scientific background but are curious about new discoveries. Overall, I would love to contribute to the UCL Science Magazine team and help make the biology section something readers look forward to in every issue.

As a second-year Pharmacology student, I am extremely passionate about all forms of biology, as biology shapes the world around us. I am standing to hopefully continue as Biology Editor for UCL Science Magazine since I believe biology at UCL deserves writing that is clear, bold, and genuinely exciting.

Over the past few months in this role, I have found it incredibly rewarding to be able to support student writers in turning complex research into engaging yet scientifically accurate stories for everyone in UCL to enjoy. As Biology Editor, I will focus on three things: clarity, creativity, and community. I love working as a team, and want to highlight student research, amplify diverse voices, and explore interdisciplinary topics that connect biology to medicine, technology, and society. 

I’m genuinely excited to keep shaping UCL SciMag’s biology section and make it the leading student-led science voice at UCL:))

Hello!

I'm Maryam, a third-year Pharmacy student with a deep interest in biology and health innovation; fields that, incidentally, this magazine covers with enviable flair.

After two years of eagerly reading every new edition and months of pestering your current Physics Editor with unsolicited ideas (sorry Zainab), I decided it was time to get involved properly.

I’d say I have experience in both science and storytelling. As a previous regular delegate in Model United Nations WHO committee conferences, I learned to turn dense research into speeches engaging enough to keep a room awake (70% enthusiasm, 30% survival instinct). My degree also requires me to speak directly with patients, meaning I constantly break down complex pharmacology and physiology into explanations that are clear, accessible, and genuinely helpful; a skill I’ve come to value immensely.

This year, I’ve worked as a researcher for the Fight the Fakes Alliance, which I’ve loved, particularly the challenge of translating global health issues into impactful, digestible content. I’ve also worked as a content creator for a wellness-focused platform, further bettering my ability to draw wider audiences into science focused areas.

I’d love to bring that same energy, curiosity, and dry humour to the Biology section and create content that’s scientifically robust but still brimming with life (pun very much intended).