Our people

Meet the extraordinary individuals making a difference.

Ahead of the game

Charlotte StapleyJun 4, 20217 min read
Edinburgh alumna Elena Höge shares how she launched a startup company to build educational adventure games that focus on sustainability.

The politics of a pandemic

Guy AtkinsonMay 13, 20215 min read
From advising the Scottish Government to writing opinion pieces for the media, Professor of Global Public Health in the University’s Usher Institute, Devi Sridhar is using her expertise to help guide the country though the coronavirus health crisis.

A voice for human rights

Lynn McMathMay 4, 202110 min read
Debora Kayembe is pushing the equality and diversity agenda forward in her role as our new Rector.

Keeping it real

Sarah LincolnApr 15, 20217 min read
An interview with Pulitzer Prize-winning special correspondent and English Literature graduate Andrew Marshall.

On the rise

Sarah LincolnApr 1, 20218 min read
Whether he’s baking in the final of The Great British Bake Off, playing in a badminton competition or adapting to digital learning, student Peter Sawkins rises to the challenge. He shares his inspirations and aspirations.