Profile
Alexander Henderson
Enjoying all the great questions!
My CV
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Education:
Harrow School (2002-2007); University of Bristol (2007-2011 & 2011-present)
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Qualifications:
I am close to finishing a PhD in synthetic chemistry
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Work History:
All over! Study Abroad Program at the University of Texas, Austin (2009-10); Summer Fellowship at Kyoto University, Japan (2013)
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Current Job:
Studying for my PhD (Doctorate…. the “Dr” title)
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My Typical Day:
Coffee, purify reactions, coffee and read about chemistry, set up new reactions, coffee and have delusions of grandeur.
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What I'd do with the prize money:
Give it to our OutReach Programme and help school kids get into science
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Curious, determined, and independent
Were you ever in trouble at school?
I got caught occasionally
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Vance Joy
What's your favourite food?
BBQ; preferably Texan
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
Success, the answers and better eyesight
Tell us a joke.
Q: What is brown and sticky? A: A brown stick!
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