Universities: elevate research impact with I’m a Scientist


A photo of Suzi Gage

Our projects like I’m a Scientist provide a high-quality, effective and efficient way for researchers to understand engagement and to boost their confidence and motivation to do more.

  • Develop the public engagement skills of researchers and staff
  • Reach your EDI goals and engage underserved school students with science
  • Showcase science in a cross-curricular activity
  • Choose from packages available at CDT, DTP, Faculty or University level

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The best crash course in science communication

While formal training can instruct early career researchers on the techniques of good communication, it isn’t until those skills are put into practice that they are truly understood. 

Past alumni, like Suzi Gage, Liam Taylor and Julian Raynor, report how participation transformed their public engagement practice. 


Through the Academy, participants reflect on their experience in I’m a Scientist and what they’ve learned about public engagement in practice.

Participants in our projects report improved communication skills and an increase in motivation to do more, shown by many in a significant increase in the amount of engagement carried out after taking part.

Two-thirds of participating school students are from schools with above average rates of Free School Meal provision and/or more than 30 minutes drive from their nearest university.

I’m a Scientist helps you in reaching your EDI goals.

Two-thirds of participating school students are from schools with above average rates of Free School Meal provision and/or more than 30 minutes drive from their nearest university. Our projects help you engage the students that are often missed out in traditional engagement efforts. 

While I’m a Scientist is currently the largest of our projects, we also have opportunities for non-science researchers through I’m a Geographer, I’m a Mathematician, I’m History and I’m a Designer.


Our HEI packages are flexible:

  • CDTs: 5 researchers per year for 2 years @ £300 each
  • Faculty: 15+ researchers per year @ £300 each
  • University: 30+ researchers per year @ £250 each

You’ll be provided with all the promotional materials needed to help you recruit participants. They sign up. We take it from there and report back to you on the engagement taking place.


To find out more about funding or to get an estimate for something more tailored contact shane@mangorol.la or call 01225 667922.