In 2024, Johnson Matthey (JM) directly part-funded Iโm a Scientist (IAS) to engage students with JM work and research. This report is a summary of the activity, interactions, and impact of the JM-funded participants.
Summary:
- 48 JM sta๏ฌ were given access, and 30 actively took part in 2024
- JM-funded scientists took part in 176 chats
- We estimate that nearly 4,000 students from 112 schools took part in Chats with JM-funded scientists
- 71% of participating schools were priority schools
- Taking part has a positive impact on scientists
- 77% reported an increased interest in taking part in future public engagement activities
- 62% reported increased enthusiasm for communicating with lay audiences
- 61% reported increased skills in communicating with lay audiences
- 92% of scientists would recommend the activity
- 89% of scientists reported that the activity met with, or exceeded their expectations
- Taking part supports studentsโ science capital and provides opportunities for whole class engagement
โIโve got more confidence to put myself forward for other public engagement events.โ โ Jemma, Scientist
โClass loved the session. They thought it was extremely worthwhile and felt that it gave them good insight and was a great opportunity to speak to real scientists.โ โ Teacher
