PFAS: Understanding "Forever Chemicals" and Their Impact on Health

Laura holds a BSc in Zoology from Queen Mary University of London, an MSc in Palaeoanthropology from UCL, and a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Royal Holloway, University of London. Her academic journey has been fueled by a broad interest in the life sciences and a passion for making complex science accessible to diverse audiences. Before joining Technology Networks in 2025, she gained experience across several areas of science communication, including e-learning, external communications, and science writing. Her work has focused on translating technical research into engaging, understandable content tailored for both specialist and general audiences. As a Scientific Content Producer for custom video content at Technology Networks, Laura is particularly interested in bridging the gap between scientific discovery and public engagement through creative storytelling. Her work aims to support scientific literacy while highlighting the real-world impact of research and innovation.

Jerome Burke, MD, PhD is a Medical Toxicologist (Physician-Scientist) with 20+ years of experience in clinical/non-clinical toxicology, translational research, regulatory affairs management for federal agencies’ product submissions and preventative medicine. He has experience as a Research Trials Manager and Clinical Informaticist, with a demonstrated history of working in Pharma and research consulting.