Zhi with friends

I really enjoy the research atmosphere and diversity at Loughborough. Since starting my PhD, I have been working in the School’s Research Hub and I get along with my colleagues very well. The Hub is just like our own little family. We hold lots of activities and spend our daily life together.

Although we all come from different countries, we always work together and help each other. I have received continuous support from my supervisors, colleagues, technicians, administrators, and friends from other schools at the University. It makes PhD study much more colourful and brilliant, rather than only focusing on literature and laboratory work.

My advice to future doctoral researchers is to continue reading about your topic of interest and start your laboratory work as soon as possible as it can help you adjust your research schedule at the very beginning. I would also encourage you to communicate with all the people around you from different schools and disciplines. The more you ask, listen, and talk, the more you learn and have an unforgettable experience. The Loughborough family and campus will make your time even more enjoyable than you can imagine.