George Rumble

I recently finished working as a research associate at Lancaster University where I grew, maintained, and processed various plant species, primarily using histological techniques, to improve understanding of their anatomy and physiology. I am looking to develop my interests and skills in a laboratory setting, building on my experience as an MSci Biomedicine graduate and research associate. 

As a research associate, I grew crops and model species for histological investigation with the aim of improving understanding of how photosynthetic types evolve and how they can be genetically engineered to improve crop yield. Techniques used to investigate leaf anatomy and physiology often involved fixation/embedding of leaf sections followed by brightfield/confocal imaging and analysis of leaf anatomy. Further techniques included drying, weighing, and milling of leaf tissue, and measurement of photosynthesis using a LICOR 6800. Responsibilities also included training new staff, maintaining consumable stocks, and helping others as needed. 

Lancaster University                                                                                               October 2018 – June 2022 

MSci Hons Biomedicine, 1st    

The Sixth Form College Farnborough, Farnborough                                  September 2016 – June 2018 

A Levels: Biology (A), Mathematics (A), Physics (B) 

Frogmore Secondary School, Yateley                                                            September 2012 – June 2016 

GCSEs: 11 GCSE grades A*-B including Maths (A*) and English Language (B).