u/iloveamywinehous3

Hi! I’m currently starting my undergrad in biomedical science in September. I went to uni previously last year at which point I found out about the STP and that I would love to do it, but had to drop out for personal reasons. Regardless, I’m starting again in September and wondered what advice people would offer me to maximise my chances of getting onto the STP after my undergrad. I’d also consider doing a masters after.

Currently (although this may change) I’m most intrigued by doing genomics / cancer genomics. My uni offers work experience in an NHS-Uni partnership lab which I could take advantage of.

Is it realistic to have a chance of getting onto the STP straight after my undergrad if I did work experience etc - things just seem to be getting more and more competitive.

Thank you in advance!

Looking to get into running a half marathon and overwhelmed by the choice of shoes - not sure what it is I’m meant to be looking for. I’m a student and buy mostly second hand so normally I’d get the cheapest possible option, but I also broke my ankle 5 years ago so I’m happy to up my budget a little bit to support that. I’ve had issues with my ankle when doing long distance hikes so not sure how to go about running long distances. Only just getting into running and so ANY, even basic, tips aside from shoe recommendations will be suuuuuper appreciated!! (Also in the UK if this influences any shoe recommendations) Thank you so much !