George Jervis Email & Phone Number

Exeter, Gb

Continuing a project in Dr Hans-Wilhelm Nuetzmann's lab looking at genome organisation, epigenetic gene regulation and chromosome topology in plants.

Bath, England, United Kingdom

Studying genome organisation, epigenetic gene regulation and chromosome topology in Arabidopsis and Wheat. The major project involves the optimization of Hi-C protocol in wheat.

Durham University

Studied a PhD observing plant root systems response to drought using a combination of experimental and computational modelling approaches. The project work was highly independent, requiring strong skills in verbal and written communication, project planning, and organisation. Thesis is available at http://etheses.dur.ac.uk/14837/.

London, United Kingdom

Internship scheme at the Academy of Medical Sciences where I was given the opportunity to assist the Grants and Programmes team. The scheme has given me first-hand experience of the research funding and career development sectors, and helped me build valuable networks with the UK’s most eminent medical scientists and senior science and health stakeholders.

Animal & Plant Science Department

I was awarded the Righ Scholarship to work at the University of Sheffield as a research assistant for Professor Julie Scholes. In the position, I joined a team of skilled researchers working on a project identifying genetic resistance in rice to the parasitic plant known as Witchweed

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Worked under Dr Hassan Dawah on a project focused on developing a database of Diptera in Saudi Arabia. The experience developed key skills such as teamwork and problem solving.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Molecular Biology, Passed

Mbiolsci, Biology, Plant Science, High 2:1

Activities and Societies: Forge Radio - Student Radio Show Presenter for 4 yearsDegree developed skills in research and analysis. Highly.