Profile
Yessenia Jauregui-Sánchez
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About Me:
Originally from Mexico, I currently reside in Belfast, Northern Ireland. At 36 years old, I work at Queen’s University Belfast. My passions include nature photography and music.
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My pronouns are:
She/Her
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My Work:
I work as a research fellow at Queen’s University Belfast in Northern Ireland. My research focuses on developing optical imaging systems to see through scattering media.
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Read more
You can find additional details about my professional life on my website: https://jasy8812.owlstown.net
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What I'd do with the prize money:
If I were to win a £500 prize, I would purchase disposable cameras and organise an enjoyable day for Year 6 students at the zoo or aquarium, allowing them to take photos. By the end of the day, we would print the pictures and have a discussion about the animals or scenes they captured. We would choose the best photo and present a waterproof camera to the winner.
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Education:
I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physics in Zacatecas, Mexico. Following that, I obtained a Master’s degree in Optics from the National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics in Puebla, Mexico. Subsequently, I relocated from Mexico to Spain to pursue a Ph.D. in Applied Optics and Physics at Universitat Jaume I in the Valencian Community.
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Work History:
After completing my doctoral studies, I worked at the University of Exeter in England, UK, under the supervision of Professor Jacopo Bertolotti for three years. When I finished this period, I moved to Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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Current Job:
I am currently a research fellow at Queen’s University Belfast in Northern Ireland, focusing on designing optical and photonic instruments, specifically non-invasive computational imaging techniques for biomedical applications.
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Employer:
Queen’s University Belfast, Northern Ireland
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My Interview
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What did you want to be after you left school?
I wanted to be a Scientist.
Were you ever in trouble at school?
No, I was usually a good student with high grades.
If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?
Photographer or Graphic designer
Who is your favourite singer or band?
I love music from the 80s and 90s.
What's your favourite food?
Mexican Food
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
Speak multiple languages, play the piano, and learn how to kayak.
Tell us a joke.
Why did the photon refuse to check a suitcase? Because it was traveling light! ✨
How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Resilient, smart and hard worker woman
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