Emma was born and raised in the United Kingdom and studied chemistry at Durham University. After completing a Master’s degree and spending one year working in industry, she moved to Switzerland where she obtained a Ph.D degree in organic chemistry from the University of Zurich. She has since worked and taught biology and chemistry in Brazil, Switzerland and The Hague, before joining IST. Emma speaks English, Dutch, German and Portuguese and loves to work in a multicultural environment. She especially enjoys doing experimental work with students and teaches Chemistry and Sport, Exercise and Health Science at IST.
In her spare time she enjoys exploring new places with her family, reading, embroidery, walking with friends and spending time in the garden.
