Lucy Saunders

Lucy Saunders is a highly experienced beamline scientist specializing in high-resolution powder diffraction at Diamond Light Source since June 2021. With a strong background in structural and physical chemistry, Lucy holds a PhD from the University of Bath, where research focused on proton transfer in hydrogen-bonded molecular complexes. Additionally, Lucy has been a freelance science writer for Research Publishing International Ltd. since February 2017, crafting articles that connect academic research in physics and chemistry to a broader audience. Previous roles include a postdoctoral associate at Diamond Light Source, a technical documents writer at BES Rehab Ltd., and research trainee at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility. Lucy's academic foundation includes a First Class Degree in Chemistry from the University of Bath, complemented by various roles that emphasize communication, leadership, and customer service skills.