Our Members

Caroline (she/her)
Caroline is a PhD student in the Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa) CDT. Her research involves the use of methods from fluid dynamics, ordinary and partial differential equations and asymptotics to study the dynamics of evaporating sessile droplets. She took a somewhat circuitous route to PhD study, originally obtaining a BA in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge, before completing an MSc in Applied Mathematics at the University of Birmingham (where her dissertation concerned the fluid dynamics of molten chocolate!), with spells working in a school in Germany, in educational publishing and in the Civil Service along the way. Attending PiWORKS seminars and other events promoted by Piscopia was instrumental in her decision to actually go ahead and apply for a PhD, so she’s excited to (try to) give something back! Away from maths, Caroline enjoys baking, running and board games.
Email: clp63@bath.ac.uk
Behind the Research
Previous committee member Beth was also a part of Behind the Research, an initiative developed and run by PhD students in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath. The aim of the initiative is to demystify the world of academia, showcasing the daily lives, the highs and lows of a research student, and the real people “Behind the Research”.
Previous Committees
2023-2025
Beth Stokes and Caroline Purvis
2022-2023
Beth Stokes
2021-2022 (Co-founders)
Lydia Buckingham, Shaunagh Downing and Hettie
Page last updated: 23/02/2026
