➀ Hazel Pumphrey, a UKESF Scholar and student at the University of Nottingham, has been recognized for her achievements in photonics and embedded software.

➁ During her placement year at CSA Catapult, she worked on a low-frequency modulate-able LASER driver circuit and characterized VCSELs.

➂ She also programmed automation for experimental trials involving APDs and SPADs, and contributed to community outreach activities in STEM education.

➀ Madhuparna Datta from Cadence Design Systems has joined the UK Electronics Skill Foundation (UKESF) board as a Trustee.

➁ She has over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry and is currently the Application Engineer Director at Cadence.

➂ Madhuparna brings extensive expertise and a commitment to inspiring young people to pursue electronics, particularly addressing the gender imbalance in the sector.