Amy is a final year PhD student at Glasgow Caledonian University. Her PhD research focuses on exploring the lived experience of Hepatitis C reinfection amongst people who inject drugs, and the opinions of Healthcare Professionals in relation to Hepatitis C reinfection. She is a member of the Substance Use Research Group (@SubMisuseGcu) and also the Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus Research Group at GCU. Twitter: @amykmce

The One Where You Survive A PhD In A Global Pandemic…

Discover how one PhD student survived and even thrived during the global pandemic in this inspiring story of resilience and perseverance. From coping with the uncertainties of lockdown to finding balance and kindness in academic life, this journey offers valuable insights and lessons for anyone pursuing a PhD.

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From Stay-at-Home Mom to Doctorate Student at 50

Not all doctoral degrees are earned in your 30s and 40s. While many pursue doctoral degrees during those years to attain professional gains and financial security, this article shows how enrolling in a PhD program in your 50s can bring a fresh lens due to entering a new season of life and finally having a window of opportunity to step outside your comfort zone.

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