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The Institute of Chemical Biology Centre for Doctoral Training (ICB CDT) at 91ÌÒÉ« is thrilled to congratulate its PhD students on their outstanding research talks and poster presentations delivered on 23rd June 2026 at the Department of Chemistry's Postgraduate Symposium held in the Molecular Sciences 91ÌÒÉ« Hub, White City Campus.

The annual event showcased the innovative and impactful work being conducted across various fields of chemical biology, with the day being filled with insightful presentations and engaging discussions, highlighting the dedication and scientific prowess of the ICB CDT students. Judges were particularly impressed by the depth of research and the clarity with which complex topics were presented.

Several students from the ICB CDT were recognized for their exemplary research presentations and presented with prizes by Dr Rudiger Woscholski, Director of Postgraduate Studies for the Department of Chemistry.

Talk prizes:

Greg Baker Award for best overall talk at the Postgraduate Symposium 

Joint winners: Rowan Bailey and ICB CDT student Naura Antariksa

Chemical Biology and Healthcare theme: 

1st Prize: Sofia Patri

Joint 2nd Prize: ICB CDT students Zak Elliott and Angeliki Chatziathanasiou (pictured)

Poster prizes:

Adding to the success, the following ICB CDT students were awarded prizes for their poster presentations:

Chemical Biology and Healthcare theme: 

1st Prize: Bronwyn Griffiths

Joint 2nd Prize: Anna McDonald and Yasmin Gariba-Hamilton

Imaging, Sensing & Analytical Chemistry theme: 

1st Prize: Michelle Wong Chap Lan

The ICB CDT congratulates all of the award winners from across the Department of Chemistry on their outstanding achievements. We also recognise every student who took part in the symposium, whether by delivering an oral presentation or presenting a research poster. Their enthusiasm, innovation and commitment to advancing scientific research contributed to the success of the event and highlight the exceptional talent shaping the future of chemistry.