ND diagnosis or self-identify as:
Dyslexic.
Job title:
Retired Embryologist
Degree/apprenticeship or route to current job:
PhD, by publication.
What were your challenges in school?
Problems with English and History, I failed them every time, but I loved Biology and Technical subjects, and even won a technical prize.
What strategies/assistive technology do you use to help you in your work?
I excelled at practical tasks so concentrated on these during my working career.
What ND skills have allowed you to succeed (or progress) in your STEM career?
I could always think out of the box and could find more innovative ways to do complex tasks in embryology.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Form a team with others who are good at other aspects of your work.