Testimonials

"I'm writing, first and foremost, to express my deep gratitude for you taking the time to create and share a video with our "Camp" of Mathematical Queeries students this year. Your video and that of the other queer and trans-STEM professionals were so impactful in helping the campers to see themselves in STEM... Thank you again for the work you do and the light you shine in STEM. Your existence and thriving in STEM means more to so many than we will ever know. ''

"I just wanted to convey my feedback about Dr Malone's talk. This was one of the most insightful and inspirational talks I've ever had the privilege of listening to, and I'm grateful that the organizing committee put this in the agenda. I hope there will be more talks like this in the future, and that some of the actionable items from the talk are acted upon.''

"One of the inspirational role models at PARI2022 was keynote speaker Dr. Claire Malone. As a physicist with cerebral palsy, she showed the conference participants that being a good science communicator doesn’t need to be hampered by a physical disability. She linked her physics work on the Standard Model to her own challenges, comparing the so-called invisible particles to the invisibility of the LGBTQIA+ community in STEM. There are too few outspoken students in this group to give universities an incentive to build a support system. Malone reiterated the message that science needs more diversity in its role models, adding that everyone can be a role model for someone.''

"One of the inspirational role models at PARI2022 was keynote speaker Dr. Claire Malone. As a physicist with cerebral palsy, she showed the conference participants that being a good science communicator doesn’t need to be hampered by a physical disability. She linked her physics work on the Standard Model to her own challenges, comparing the so-called invisible particles to the invisibility of the LGBTQIA+ community in STEM. There are too few outspoken students in this group to give universities an incentive to build a support system. Malone reiterated the message that science needs more diversity in its role models, adding that everyone can be a role model for someone " Bringing Society Inside the Walls of Science Facilities, Journal of Science Communication.''

"I originally saw Claire at a TEDx talk and was immediately impressed by her passion for science and her ability as a communicator. Consequently I invited her to present at an International Women in Science conference where she spoke about her specialism of nuclear physics and conveyed it in a manner that was readily accessible to all. Claire has not let her physical limitations impede her determination to excel in her research which is a testament to her drive and enthusiasm for her subject. As an inclusivity advocate I can think of no one better to push forward the case for equality and diversity. Her vitality and passion for both science and inclusivity make her an ideal role model."

"The FS Club were delighted to host Claire for a webinar in December 2021, where she took the audience on a journey of her studies and work at CERN. Her presentation was pitched at just the right level for our non-physics audience, explaining her work with enough detail and additional background to get her points across. Claire was an excellent speaker by any measure, and it was uplifting to hear how she overcame her unique challenges along the way to finally arrive at CERN, working at the cutting edge of high energy physics. She is a role model for all in the STEM community, showing that with the right mind set and determination we really can achieve the stars."

Working with Claire on her talk for TEDxLondonWomen 2020 talk was an amazing experience! Her enthusiasm for science is infectious, and she is equally passionate about ensuring science can be understood by people from all backgrounds - that no-one is excluded from learning more about the world around us.  The outcome of her intelligent and inclusive approach to science communication was an amazing talk, which garnered in excess of 1.8 Million views in its first year alone and was promoted to TED.com. This is an incredible achievement and testament to Claire’s ability to explain complex concepts in an accessible way, injected with a splash of humour and fun! 

"Throughout her studies at Cambridge, Claire curated a wide and impressive range of public talks. These not only demonstrated her dedication to outreach and excellence in communication of her science, but also her commitment to equality and inclusion in STEM."