Consultants

Name: Hannah Claus 

Current Position: PhD Candidate in Computation, Cognition, and Language

Previous Education: MSc in Artificial Intelligence, Queen Mary University of London; BSc in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, University of Bedfordshire

Scholarship(s): Gates Cambridge Scholar, ELLIS Scholar, Google DeepMind Scholar

Profile Summary:
Hannah Claus is a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge’s Language Technology Lab, researching low-resource large language models, cultural adaptation, and the social impact of AI. As a Gates Cambridge Scholar and part of the ELLIS PhD Programme, she is co-supervised at the University of Copenhagen. Previously, she earned an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from Queen Mary University of London as a Google DeepMind Scholar. Her work spans AI ethics, accessibility, explainability, and robotics, with research experience at the Ada Lovelace Institute and the German Aerospace Center. Passionate about diversity in AI, she actively supports initiatives that empower women and underrepresented groups in tech.

Name: Mary-Brenda Akoda

Current Position: Postgraduate Researcher (Master of Research) in AI and Machine Learning, Imperial College London & I-X

Previous Education: BSc (First Class) in Computer Science (Machine Learning & AI), Goldsmiths, University of London

Scholarship(s): Google DeepMind Scholar (1 of 2 at Imperial, and the only international awardee), Commonwealth Scholar (declined for Google DeepMind), Google Europe Scholar, Google EMEA Scholar, Palantir Women in Technology Scholar, Bending Spoons Computer Science Scholar, Bloomberg Startup Scholar

Profile Summary:

Mary-Brenda is a Google DeepMind Scholar and AI researcher developing state-of-the-art deep generative models for accelerated MRI reconstruction at I-X, Imperial College London’s AI research lab. She holds a patent in AI for Ophthalmology and brings over 7 years of experience in AI and software engineering, alongside 12+ years as an entrepreneur and professional writing coach. Her background includes leading Nigeria’s first AI research in diabetic retinopathy detection; co-founding Nkanda, an EdTech startup awarded research grants by the Mastercard Foundation and Imminent (Translated’s AI research lab); and building enterprise software used by 1,500+ companies—including Amazon and Autodesk—during her time at Microsoft, where she worked across three teams, including the Microsoft Mixed Reality and AI Research Lab in Cambridge. Mary-Brenda has mentored students at several universities and thousands globally through her Udemy ChatGPT Masterclass, ranked in the top 3% of all Udemy courses. Earlier in her journey, she worked as a writing coach and editor, supporting Anglophone, Francophone, Lusophone, and Arabophone students in securing top UK and US admissions and scholarships, including the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship. With first-hand experience securing elite opportunities, and helping others do the same, Mary-Brenda offers practical, personalised guidance to students navigating competitive applications.

Name: Ruth Nanjala 

Current Position: PhD in Molecular and Cellular Medicine, University of Oxford

Previous Education: MSc in Bioinformatics, University of Cape Town; BSc Microbiology, Pwani University

Scholarship(s):  Clarendon Scholarship

Profile Summary:

Ruth Nanjala is a trailblazing leader driving impactful initiatives in science, mentorship, and community building. As the founder of My Science Journey (mysciencejourney.com), she has created a thriving platform that connects scientists across career stages, fostering mentorship, networking, and science career exploration for aspiring African researchers through storytelling. As a doctoral candidate in Molecular and Cellular Medicine at the University of Oxford, Nanjala’s research integrates computational and statistical approaches in human genetics, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the field. With a passion for mentorship, advocacy, and scientific discovery, she continues to inspire the next generation of African scientists and global changemakers.

Name: Precious Ozemoya

Current Position: Cultural Producer

Previous Education: MSc in International Development, University of Bristol

Scholarship(s): Commonwealth scholarship

Profile Summary:

Precious Ozemoya is an experienced scholarship consultant with an enthusiasm for helping students unlock educational opportunities through academic advising, scholarship planning and application support. Precious has supported students in securing funding and scholarships for postgraduate programs worldwide. 

Passionate about educational equity and global mobility, Precious provides expert guidance on scholarship research, eligibility strategy, essay development, and interview preparation. Precious takes delight in offering personalised support that aligns with each individual academic profile and career goals. She is known for a personalised and results-driven approach, and supports individuals in crafting compelling personal statements, motivation letters, CVs, building competitive application portfolios, and meeting deadlines with confidence. Precious is committed to empowering individuals to pursue their academic goals without the burden of financial barriers and thrive in their academic journey.

Name: Furkan Pala 

Current Position: PhD Candidate in Computing, Imperial College London

Previous Education: BSc in Computer Engineering, Istanbul Technical University; BSc in Mathematics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University

Scholarship(s): Imperial College Computing Department 

Profile Summary:

Furkan is a PhD researcher in Artificial Intelligence at Imperial College London, with a focus on graph neural networks and their applications in medical imaging. He holds dual BSc degrees in Computer Engineering and Mathematics Engineering from one of Turkey's top universities. His doctoral studies are fully funded by the Department of Computing. Furkan offers expert support in crafting research statements and proposals, tailoring academic CVs, and developing impactful presentations—services designed to enhance your chances of admission to top-tier postgraduate programs in the UK.

Name: Temilola Adeniyi 

Current Position: NIHR Doctoral Fellow 

Previous Education: BSc Health Education(Nigeria), MSc Public Health(University of Bristol)

Scholarship(s): Think Big Scholarship, NIHR Predoctoral Fellowship, NIHR Doctoral Fellowship 

Profile Summary:

Temilola is a first-year NIHR doctoral researcher at the University of Bristol, specialising in public health, behavioural science, and community engagement. Her research focuses on improving STI testing uptake among African and Caribbean communities in the UK through co-produced, evidence-based interventions.

She has a strong track record in participatory health research, having led projects that translated research into practice with tangible community impact. Her experience spans qualitative and quantitative research methods, survey design, data analysis, and report writing.

Temilola has recently published a recent mixed-methods paper on barriers and facilitators to HIV testing, and has presented findings to academic, policy, and community audiences. She is passionate about supporting students to build competitive applications for MSc and PhD programmes and scholarships, drawing on her own experience navigating these pathways.

Name: Patience Adajah

Current Position:  MSc Candidate in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Management at Imperial College London

Previous Education: BSc in Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Benin

Scholarship(s):  Chevening Scholarship

Profile Summary:

Coming from an academic background in Biology, Patience made a successful shift into technology, building a career in Frontend Development. With over four years of experience, she has contributed as a Frontend Developer to startups across various industries. She is also the co-founder of Passportmonie, a Nigeria-based fintech enabling cross-border transfers within Africa.

As a Chevening Scholar, Patience supports aspiring applicants by guiding them in crafting strong applications to achieve their scholarship goals.

Name: Miracle Akanmode 

Current Position: MSc Candidate in Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovation at I-X, Imperial College London

Previous Education: BSc in Electrical Engineering at Landmark University

Scholarship(s): Petroleum Technology Development Fund

Profile Summary:

Miracle Akanmode is a Software Security Engineer and AI Researcher from Nigeria and currently studies for an MSc in Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovation at Imperial-X, Imperial College London’s interdisciplinary initiative on AI, with a full scholarship from the Petroleum Technology Development Fund. His work spans AI innovation in safety-critical settings, community building, and equitable access to technology.

Name: Emmanuel Akinrintoyo 

Current Position: PhD Candidate in Robotics and AI, Imperial College London

Previous Education: MRes in Robotics and Autonomous Systems, MSc in Electronic Information Engineering, BEng in Computer Engineering

Scholarship(s): E3 Scholarship, EPSRC Studentship, Imperial Computing Scholarship, Kentfield Scholarship

Profile Summary:

Emmanuel has a broad experience of academia, having spent about 10 years studying various degrees in 6 universities. He has received scholarships at various levels. Currently, he is a PhD student at I-X and Department of Computing, Imperial College London. He regularly shares his insights and experiences and is keen on ensuring others succeed in their academic pursuits. 

Name: Wen Fan

Current Position: PhD Candidate in Bioengineering, Imperial College London 

Previous Education: MSc in Advanced Control & System Engineering, University of Manchester; BSc in Automation, Hefei University of Technology. 

Scholarship(s): CSC PhD Scholarship, Bristol Faculty Scholarship (shortlisted), UKRI CDT (interview experience) 

Profile Summary:

Wen is a dedicated researcher specialising in tactile robotics, with a particular focus on enhancing the design of vision-based tactile sensors through additive manufacturing techniques. After obtaining his MSc from the University of Manchester, Wen joined the Bristol Robotics Lab as a Research Assistant, where he began his hands-on exploration of tactile sensing and robotics. He later secured the prestigious CSC PhD Scholarship and enrolled in the Engineering Mathematics program at the University of Bristol, before transferring to Imperial College London to continue his doctoral research in Bioengineering. Having navigated multiple admissions processes and scholarship applications—including CSC, UKRI CDT, and institutional awards—Wen offers unique insights into applying to top UK institutions. His experiences are particularly valuable for international students seeking to pursue MSc or PhD programs in the UK, especially in engineering and robotics-related disciplines.