@quantumdaisy.bsky.social
Quantum Computing Outreach and Education Lead @ NQCC | Quantum physicist turned science communicator, writer & educator | Public Engagement Professional | STS practitioner-researcher | Neuroinclusion advocate Views my own (they/she)
A great day on Monday at the Royal Institution, where I was helping out the IOP with their quantum celebration event! I chaired a session and co-led our final wrap-up summary and discussion with the lovely Tushna Commissariat and Sir Peter Knight βοΈ
06.11.2025 10:31 β π 5 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0I've decided to start blogging again π
My first post in this new blog, "Back to blogging! Exploring my identity as a science communicator and public engagement professional", can be found here: www.daisyshearer.com/blog/2025/10...
Ready for a busy weekend at the Summer Science Exhibition!
So far, we've had over 5,000 meaningful interactions with the public at The Quantum Zone this week. I'm so thankful to our partners and volunteers whose hard work has really paid off!
Two more days left, and then it's back to the office!
We're now over half way through the Summer Science Exhibition. I can't believe the incredible turnout we've had at 'the quantum zone' both in terms of volunteers and visitors!
Here's to more excellent conversations about quantum this week π¨οΈ
Thanks so much to everyone who came to the session (spie.org/photonics-we...) and for the thoughtful questions and discussion! Please feel free to reach out for advice or resources as I am more than happy to share.
03.02.2025 20:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0I had quite a few requests to share my slides from my 'neuroinclusion in physics' lunch and learn at SPIE Photonics West, so here they are: static1.squarespace.com/static/5bc20...
03.02.2025 20:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0βοΈ To do good quantum education and outreach, we need to ensure we're evaluating programmes and projects effectively and producing educational research to inform our practice. This can form the basis for a shared understanding of best practices in this space.
03.02.2025 16:58 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0βοΈ We need a diverse quantum workforce and targeted outreach is needed for this as well as grass-routes efforts and showcasing diverse role models.
03.02.2025 16:58 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0βοΈ Teachers play a key role in developing the quantum workforce, from K-12 through to undergraduate and graduate level to teaching current professionals the skills they need to pivot into quantum.
03.02.2025 16:58 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0βοΈ Technical skills are becoming increasingly important for quantum across the board, e.g. optical and photonics engineering, electrical engineering, nanofabrication, software development, and applied physics.
03.02.2025 16:58 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0We covered a lot in the session but the key takeaways for me were:
βοΈ A joined-up approach is key, whether that's across educational levels, quantum roles, or geographically across various national regions.
A conference centre from across a zebra crossing. Skyscrapers can be seen reflected in the building's glass and there are banners saying 'SPIE. PHOTONICS WEST' on a red background displayed.
A large illuminated 'SPIE.' sign. The letters are white with a red full stop at the end.
A powerpoint slide on projected onto a screen saying 'Quantum West: Building a Quantum Workforce' on a red background.
It was a pleasure to sit on the 'Building a Quantum Workforce' panel at Photonics West last week!
Thanks so much to Jess Wade for inviting me and chairing and to Heather Lewandowski, Halina Rubinsztein-Dunlop, Thomas A. Searles and Jacob Douglass for the interesting discussion.
Hi all! I've finally got myself set up on here so I thought I'd do an #introduction
I'm a quantum physicist turned science communicator, writer and educator, currently working at the NQCC on public engagement!
I mostly talk about quantum stuff, public engagement, education and neuroinclusion π
