My experience in SAMBa shaped me as a versatile researcher with the ability to use maths to make an impact.
Before joining SAMBa, I did a BSc in Mathematics and Physics at the University of Limerick and an MSc in Modern Applications of Mathematics at the University of Bath.My PhD research was concerned with optimising the quality of seismic images, and involved research in a number of mathematical fields, including numerical analysis, optimisation, inverse problems and machine learning.I am now working as a Research and Development Engineer in CameraForensics, a digital forensics company that works towards developing innovative techniques to support investigators of online crime, particularly those working to help safeguard victims of child abuse.SAMBa gave me a broad range of skills across all areas of maths, and participating in ITTs gave me the opportunity to apply my academic knowledge to real world applications. My experience in SAMBa shaped me as a versatile researcher with the ability to use maths to make an impact.
I really valued the experience of being part of a cohort of students in SAMBa, which guaranteed that we were not doing our PhDs in isolation, despite working intensively on independent projects
You get a lot of freedom to choose your research area...and there is a wide range of research areas within the department from which to choose
I can't imagine studying for my PhD anywhere other than SAMBa
Being a part of SAMBa was a great way to broaden my research interests and to apply this knowledge to cross-displinary problems
I was able to use the SAMBa training in statistics, to support training workshops in Mexico and in fact took a break from my PhD to take on a statistics teaching assistant role.
The ITTs can be really fun. The best part is that each time you participate you come out with a head full of new ideas and knowledge. Truly amazing
SAMBa exposes students to a wide range of cutting edge statistical and mathematical research that will be useful to them in their PhD and later career
SAMBa’s most remarkable feature is the variety of study options it offers
SAMBa offers high level training in statistical and applied mathematical disciplines, as well as direct engagement with industrial partners
(My supervisors) encouraged me to take my own research direction, guided by my interests, and to be involved in the wider community, presenting at and attending a wide range of national and international conferences
