Science communication consultant and outreach consulting

Dr John Ankers science communication prize — Receiving the BSCB science writing prize.

Science communication is about telling your story. I can help. I’ve worked as a freelance science writer for the Medical Research Council and contributed articles to The Royal Statistical Society and an award-winning piece for the British Society for Cell Biology. I also co-led an exhibit at the Royal Society Summer science exhibition.

Science communication is about telling stories.

Spending 11 years in a research environment, I’ve also written and published in peer-reviews journals, specialising in cell biology, cell signalling and mathematical modelling. I know how to phrase and pitch complex research for a lay audience or the general public. My past work covers a diverse range of fields from disease to biomedicine, writing for a long standing project Biomedical picture of the day (formerly based at the MRC in London). I have pitched science to the media, members of parliament and press offices at UK universities.

I offer the following science communication services:

Lay summaries – drafting short, punchy research summaries/ lay summaries for web sites, research paper abstracts, charities, policy documents, grant proposals and outreach/ impact statements.
Science writing – I’m always interested to get involved in science writing projects including books, magazines and children’s media.
#JournoRequest and Help A Reporter Out (HARO) – expert commentary on biomedical research and online tutoring.
Scientific consulting in TV and film – Consulting on biology, biomedical science and cancer in media projects (film, TV, games and print media).

My specialisms are: Cancer, mathematical modelling, cell biology, cell signalling, Systems biology, critical thinking, online tutoring.

Please do get in touch to discuss your needs, availability and pricing.

John

John@wooltontutors.co.uk

Dr John Ankers is a specialist online biology tutor and academic coach.

Science communication consultant in Woolton Village, Liverpool, UK

Our Google Reviews

          
   Denise ROCHE 
 2024-08-26
 
 
   I would highly recommend John’s science tutoring to anyone who is serious about improving grades and developing confidence and interest in science and maths. My daughter’s GCSE grades in Biology increased by 3 and Maths by 2 between her mocks, when she started working with John, and her final summer exams. We can’t thank John enough for helping her achieve the high grades. John is very professional and extremely knowledgeable about the subjects and GCSE curricula, but also importantly, exam techniques and mark schemes. He has an exceptional ability to explain methods and concepts in an accessible way and paces according to the student. John is very intelligent and passionate about the subjects so is able to contextualise tricky concepts, adding interest with real-life applications and fostering understanding. He let my daughter choose what areas and topics to work on each week so she was secure in all areas that may come up in the GCSE exams.
John has been such an effective tutor to my daughter and his patience, encouragement and student-centeredness were invaluable in her getting such good results.
  
 
 
       
   Lucy Stafford-Hughes 
 2024-03-28
 
 
   We highly recommend John for GCSE Science tutoring. He is calm and patient and has a great way of explaining topics.
My daughters confidence and grades have grown beyond her expectations and she is feeling positive about her upcoming exams.
  
 
 
       
   Jacqui Adamson 
 2024-03-20
 
 
   My son has been receiving online tutoring from John for GCSE maths and science for several months. John has been brilliant at identifying any gaps in my sons knowledge and tailoring the sessions to his particular needs. He enjoys the sessions and finds them very engaging. His predicted GCSE grades have increased considerably and we are very happy with the results.
  
 
 
       
   Faye Ford 
 2024-03-06
 
 
   Dr Ankers is a fantastic teacher that knows his subject areas in great details and his knowledge surpassed every teacher that have taught my three children.

Dr Ankers also has excellent recall and exams techniques systems that will boost all his students' confidence and readiness for their exams.

I am so thankful to have him as my son's tutor.

Thank you very much Dr Ankers!!!! Guess what? Malik is thoroughly enjoying his time under your tutelage and he now knows the direction of his career path and that's all down to you.

We highly appreciate all that you are doing, thanks as always. All your efforts and time is highly valued.
  
 
 
       
   Gemma K 
 2024-02-14
 
 
   John currently tutors me online, supporting with the critical thinking side of my post-graduate course. He is incredibly patient and clearly knowledgeable in the field of science.
I would absolutely recommend John to anyone needing support with their academic work.
  
 
 
       
   Michelle Black 
 2024-01-21
 
 
   Dr John has gave my daughter so much confidence. She is thoroughly enjoying her lessons online. My daughter uses her lessons to get answers to all her misconceptions and get a tailored learning experience. Dr John is a very skilled educator who has helped my daughter to understand various concepts of biological science. His teaching style has been perfect for her and she actually looks forward to the sessions. I would highly recommend Dr John to any biology student.
  
 
 
       
   John Bridson 
 2023-08-17
 
 
   John is an excellent tutor who is extremely good at tailoring lessons to the student's level. He responds well to any areas of need identified by the student and he is also proactive in guiding the student to improve in areas where he sees a need. My daughter found him very pleasant, supportive and reassuring, and she saw a clear improvement in her grades with his guidance.
  
 
 
       
   Ewan Knight 
 2023-08-15
 
 
   Having John as a Tutor for A-Level Biology was a great experience. During our online lessons I improved not only in my comprehension of the study of Biology but also heavily in how to approach and answer A-Level Biology questions which as we all know is the key to A-Level Biology. John's methods help to build understanding and intuitiveness when studying the subject of Biology whilst building great camaraderie. All his help through online tutoring was sincerely appreciated and I look forward to using the knowledge learnt throughout my healthcare career.
  
 
 
       
   Sarah W 
 2023-06-23
 
 
   John Ankers was super helpful with my daughters A level biology, patient and very responsive - would highly recommend him!
  
 
 
       
   isaac bone 
 2023-06-22
 
 
   great tutor for a level biology  and highly recommend. flexible and very helpful
  
 
 
  
 
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I would highly recommend John’s science tutoring to anyone who is serious about improving grades and developing confidence and interest in science and maths. My daughter’s GCSE grades in Biology increased by 3 and Maths by 2 between her mocks, when she started working with John, and her final summer exams. We can’t thank John enough for helping her achieve the high grades. John is very professional and extremely knowledgeable about the subjects and GCSE curricula, but also importantly, exam techniques and mark schemes. He has an exceptional ability to explain methods and concepts in an accessible way and paces according to the student. John is very intelligent and passionate about the subjects so is able to contextualise tricky concepts, adding interest with real-life applications and fostering understanding. He let my daughter choose what areas and topics to work on each week so she was secure in all areas that may come up in the GCSE exams. John has been such an effective tutor to my daughter and his patience, encouragement and student-centeredness were invaluable in her getting such good results.

Lucy Stafford-Hughes

2024-03-28

We highly recommend John for GCSE Science tutoring. He is calm and patient and has a great way of explaining topics. My daughters confidence and grades have grown beyond her expectations and she is feeling positive about her upcoming exams.

Jacqui Adamson

2024-03-20

My son has been receiving online tutoring from John for GCSE maths and science for several months. John has been brilliant at identifying any gaps in my sons knowledge and tailoring the sessions to his particular needs. He enjoys the sessions and finds them very engaging. His predicted GCSE grades have increased considerably and we are very happy with the results.

Faye Ford

2024-03-06

Dr Ankers is a fantastic teacher that knows his subject areas in great details and his knowledge surpassed every teacher that have taught my three children. Dr Ankers also has excellent recall and exams techniques systems that will boost all his students' confidence and readiness for their exams. I am so thankful to have him as my son's tutor. Thank you very much Dr Ankers!!!! Guess what? Malik is thoroughly enjoying his time under your tutelage and he now knows the direction of his career path and that's all down to you. We highly appreciate all that you are doing, thanks as always. All your efforts and time is highly valued.

Gemma K

2024-02-14

John currently tutors me online, supporting with the critical thinking side of my post-graduate course. He is incredibly patient and clearly knowledgeable in the field of science. I would absolutely recommend John to anyone needing support with their academic work.

Michelle Black

2024-01-21

Dr John has gave my daughter so much confidence. She is thoroughly enjoying her lessons online. My daughter uses her lessons to get answers to all her misconceptions and get a tailored learning experience. Dr John is a very skilled educator who has helped my daughter to understand various concepts of biological science. His teaching style has been perfect for her and she actually looks forward to the sessions. I would highly recommend Dr John to any biology student.

John Bridson

2023-08-17

John is an excellent tutor who is extremely good at tailoring lessons to the student's level. He responds well to any areas of need identified by the student and he is also proactive in guiding the student to improve in areas where he sees a need. My daughter found him very pleasant, supportive and reassuring, and she saw a clear improvement in her grades with his guidance.

Ewan Knight

2023-08-15

Having John as a Tutor for A-Level Biology was a great experience. During our online lessons I improved not only in my comprehension of the study of Biology but also heavily in how to approach and answer A-Level Biology questions which as we all know is the key to A-Level Biology. John's methods help to build understanding and intuitiveness when studying the subject of Biology whilst building great camaraderie. All his help through online tutoring was sincerely appreciated and I look forward to using the knowledge learnt throughout my healthcare career.

Sarah W

2023-06-23

John Ankers was super helpful with my daughters A level biology, patient and very responsive - would highly recommend him!

isaac bone

2023-06-22

great tutor for a level biology and highly recommend. flexible and very helpful


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