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CSR member shows great courage and determination

2 August 2021

Amber Young shares her story of focusing on achievement during serious illness

CSR member, Dr Amber Young, completed her PhD while receiving chemotherapy for secondary cancer in her liver and bones.

Her inspiring story is featured in the University of Bristol News here

She said, “If anything, it made me more determined than ever to get my PhD done. The PhD gave me motivation to leave a legacy."
 
Her work identified seven core outcomes which should be reported in all burn trials, to enhance treatment and recovery for burns victims.
 
You can read Amber's thesis here.
 
We are very fortunate to have Amber on the team, and wish her and family all the best.
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