Royal Holloway University of London at Sunset

Minds in Motion

Welcome to Active Intellect

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Welcome to Active Intellect! Just a girl, studying for her PhD, whilst running Fitness Classes

At its core, this blog strives to inspire and educate, nurturing a deeper understanding of biology and conservation, with some crazy fitness thrown in. Oh, and Books! Learn more

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“Esse quam videri”
— RHUL motto

The blogs

  • Making science accessible. My PhD research findings, and Researcher Spotlight articles, written simply! Visit →

  • Experience of studying for a PhD, alongside the daily grind; parenthood, and fitness - teaching group cycle and Hyrox training. Let’s go! Visit →

    New! PhD in Rest Mode - Let’s talk books! Visit →

  • Coming soon! Podcast mini-episodes. My chats with friends, colleagues and hopefully, other academics… Visit—>