Lucy Browning

Supported a non-profit initiative developing affordable biosimilar insulin glargine to improve global access to insulin.

Research & Operations Intern at Project Insulin & Saltire Scholar (2026-06 – 2026-08)

Supported a non-profit initiative developing affordable biosimilar insulin glargine to improve global access to insulin.

• Contributed to scientific communications, public-facing educational materials and outreach around insulin affordability, rationing and biosimilar development.
• Produced research summaries, briefing documents, Q&A materials and article drafts to communicate complex scientific and healthcare topics clearly to varied audiences.
• Assisted with media outreach, stakeholder engagement and fundraising communications during the organisation's transition into drug development.

Summer Intern at Alzheimer Scotland (2025-06 – 2025-08)

• Developed public-facing brain health content to improve awareness of evidence-based behaviours linked to cognitive health
• Wrote and contributed to accessible materials for a broad audience ahead of the Brain Health website launch
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to communicate neuroscience and public health topics clearly and inclusively

Data Analysis Summer Intern at University of Aberdeen, Dr Guy Bewick (2025-05 – 2025-09)

• Gained hands-on experience with neuroscientific research methods, including data collection techniques and experimental design
• Organised, filtered and interpreted results using Excel and Wolfram Mathematica
• Presented final data analysis and findings to the supervisor

Resident Review Writer at Women In Neuroscience UK (WiNUK) (2026-02 – Present)

• Produce accessible written reviews of literature, books and research developments for a broad scientific audience
• Support WiNUK's mission to amplify the voices and achievements of women in neuroscience through informative content

Event Coordinator at Neuro-Psych of Women (2025-09 – 2026-03)

• Organised a university-wide seminar focusing on women's health, equality and representation in research
• Reached out to and collaborated with academic staff, students and researchers to coordinate speakers
• Co-hosted the event and presented on the disparity in research

Science Writer at The Gaudie, University of Aberdeen Student Newspaper (2025-09 – 2026-04)

• Wrote and published science articles on neuroscience and neurodegenerative disease, including Parkinson's, Huntington's and Alzheimer's disease research.
• Interpreted primary research and translated complex scientific findings into accurate, engaging journalism for a general audience
• Developed evidence-based articles requiring clarity, scientific accuracy and audience awareness

Editor at The Elphinstone Review (2025-12 – Present)

• Reviewed and edited academic submissions for clarity, structure and adherence to editorial standards
• Provided constructive author feedback to improve flow and precision
• Collaborated with the editorial board on manuscript selection and publication decisions.

Secretary at Aberdeen University Photography Society (2025-06 – Present)

• Coordinated society administration, member communication and event scheduling to support 40 active members
• Maintained records, meeting minutes and correspondence with AUSA and external partners
• Support paid event photography, competitions and collaborative events

BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience with Psychology – University of Aberdeen (2022-09 – 2026-06)

Honours Research Project in Pathology of human α-synuclein expression in Line62 transgenic mouse model – University of Aberdeen (2026-01 – 2026-03)