A classic response to anyone asking about what I study.

My interest in geology began young, specifically when I won (or rather my mother won, and handed it off to me) a wee box of minerals and fossils at my primary school summer fâte. Since, I have been endlessly curious about how our Earth, and everything living on it, works.

Through university, my interests have centred around applying the geological knowledge and skills learnt in-class on impactful issues of our changing climate, such as exploration for critical metals needed for the ‘green transition’. This culminated in my first expedition, heading to the south of Greenland with a mixed team of Phd, masters and undergraduate students. Here we studied the Ilímausaaq igneous intrusion, a strategically important ore-hosting body. Investigating the mechanisms of formation and critical metal enrichment of the area, I was hooked - even with the mosquitos, stinky socks, and spam.

Since, I have travelled to Peru for my dissertation project, investigating and characterising the mineralogy of a carbonate-replacement deposit hosting Mn, Ag, and Cu. Supported by Aftermath Silver Ltd and MIS, this project will be ongoing for the remainder of 2023.

Having already many visited beautiful places for fieldwork, my studies have allowed me to develop another hobby of mine - art and photography. The dynamic earth was the focus of my A level art course several years ago, and since I find my camera roll and notebooks to be ever-filling with a record of my adventures.

Alongside the science, creating accessible spaces within exploration and geology is important to me - thats why this year I am taking on the role of Women In Mining UK representative in the University of St Andrews Geological Society. My aims for the position include hosting a series of seminars, mentoring sessions, and practical workshops to increase visibility of women in the mining sector.