Ms. Michaela Lastovickova, a third-year Materials Science and Engineering student and an exceptional researcher at the Queen Mary Centre for Undergraduate Research (QMCUR), has been selected for CERN’s prestigious Summer Student Programme - an incredible achievement, as the programme received over 10,000 applications.

With a deep passion for radiation detectors and subatomic particle interactions, Michaela’s outstanding research and dedication set her apart in the highly competitive selection process.

The paid summer programme, running from June to August, features an intensive schedule of expert-led lectures and hands-on projects, providing Michaela with a unique opportunity to further develop her expertise and investigative skills at one of the world’s leading scientific institutions.

As she prepares to graduate this summer, QMCUR hopes to retain Michaela within its research community, supporting her ongoing work and fostering collaborations in her future studies - ensuring that her talent remains closely connected to our institution.