Our People: Inspirational Women
A University-wide initiative celebrating and recognising the inspiring women in our University community.
Our People: Inspirational Women
Showcasing and celebrating women from across our University and increasing the number of women represented in portraits and photography around campus.
Find out more about the initiative
Dr Alice Pyne
Dr Alice Pyne, Senior Lecturer and UK Research and Innovation Future Leaders Fellow shares more about her research and the impact of her open source pipeline.
Ameena Blake
Ustadha Ameena Blake, Muslim Chaplain shares the work of the charity she established and hopes for the University's Religion, Belief and No Belief Strategy.
Learn about Ameena's work both in and outside the University
Dr Asha Akram
Dr Asha Akram, Senior University Teacher (Teaching and Scholarship) reflects on her passion for teaching and how she hopes to create a more inclusive university for all.
Dr Clara Frias
Professor Clara Frias, Head of the Composite Centre, reflects on the collective achievements of all colleagues and how she hopes to see more women exploring manufacturing pathways.
Read about Clara's composite work and collaborative research
Dr Claudia von Bastian
Dr Claudia von Bastian, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, discusses lab culture, research exchange and the value of reflection in an academic environment.
Dr Cynthia Das
Dr Cynthia Das, GP and Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director for the University Health Service reflects on her passion for passion for student healthcare and the importance of her family.
Dr Faith Howard
Dr Faith Howard, Postdoctoral Cancer Researcher reflects on bridging the gap between academic research and commercialisation and her approach to research.
Professor Heather Mortiboys
Professor Heather Mortiboys, Professor of Cellular Neuroscience and Metabolism, reflects on the importance of mentoring and supporting early career researchers.
Dr Iwona Zwierzak
Dr Iwona Zwierzak, Technology Lead at the Simulation and Verification Group reflects on her goals for Net Zero and her ongoing commitment toward addressing gender gaps at the Nuclear AMRC.
Jennifer Kerr
Jennifer Kerr, University Teacher reflects on the importance of diversity and inclusion in architecture, teaching and education.
Julie Bradley
Julie Bradley, Operations Manager reflects on the importance of community at the School of Law and the role of the student voice.
Find out Julie's work to make the School of Law welcoming for all
Dr Katherine Fish
Dr Katherine Fish, Research Fellow in Water Microbiology, shares the importance of considering microbial biofilms on our water pipes and outreach activities.
Professor Lizzy Cross
Professor Lizzy Cross, Professor of Structural Dynamics and Head of Department shares more about the real-world impact of her research and creating a welcoming and inclusive department where all can thrive.
Lynette Whitehouse
Lynette Whitehouse, Security Support Officer reflects on giving back to her local community and supporting students across campus.
Learn about Lynette's work to supporting our students on campus
Marie Baxter
Marie Baxter, Project Engineer shares more about her work at the Royce Translational Centre the impact she hopes this with have and the importance of the visibility of women in engineering.
Professor Munitta Muthana
Professor Munitta Muthana, Professor of Immuno-oncology shares more about her research and reflects on her role as School Director of One University.
Rachel Tucker
Rachel Tucker, Senior Research Technician and Genomics Laboratory Manager reflects on her career journey, including her unusual and fantastic organisms such as Nightjars and Brittlestar.
Rhonda Allen
Rhonda Allen, Research Associate in Roots and Futures Project shares more about the work of the project and the impact she hopes to see from the work on local communities.
Professor Rosanna Keefe
Professor Rosanna Keefe, Professor of Philosophy and Head of Department reflects on her research and the community of philosophers at Sheffield.
Professor Ruth Blakeley
Professor Ruth Blakeley, Vice-President for Social Sciences reflects on the bigger questions that have emerged from her research and the role of mentoring.
Terezia Rostas
Terezia Rostas, Research Associate shares more about her commitment to supporting local communities and the significance of the traditional Romani skirt.