Tien Thuy Quach MRSC

I first became a Young Observer which was awarded by the Royal Society of Chemistry-International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry in 2021. I could have opportunities to contribute to the success of FORGE conferences 2021 and 2022 organised by the Particle Characterisation Interest Group (PCIG) where I then became the Committee Member. I am very grateful for all sharing from the RSC-PCIG colleagues since the first day we met.

I couldn’t forget the time for multiple online meetings (usually every Tuesday afternoon) to discuss the principal scheme or programme, allocate main tasks, and prepare relevant materials for the FORGE Conference 2022. Of course, we had several disagreements and needed to share specific points to reach approval from the majority. I learned that we could reach common targets when learning to respect other perspectives and utilise dissimilar strategies.

By volunteering with RSC, I could continue doing what I love and strengthen my knowledge, skills, and experiences in new fields. Now, I fancy networking and transferring the beauty of novel technologies and sciences to widen audiences. I am more open to working with different individuals and teams to facilitate more students and researchers especially those with disadvantaged backgrounds. I look forward to discussing and cooperating with those who share the same interests.

In 2023, I proposed and launched a project to update the emerging technologies for making and analysing the particles and enhance communication/networking in the RSC-PCIG. I want to spread the spirit of sharing, the experiences of doing research, and the participation in relevant activities to inspire more students and researchers to follow their passion for doing research and supporting the community. I believe not only me but also other people are willing to do the same thing, so I love to hear and/or read more distinctive stories all over the world.