A scientist at the Beatson Institute is celebrating after pupils from across the UK voted him the winner of I'm A Scientist, Get Me Out Of Here.

Cancer Research UK scientist Robert Insall, won the top prize of £500 after students from secondary schools picked him.

I'm A Scientist saw students talk to cancer scientists online over a two-week period.

They took part in quick fire Facebook-style online live chats and asked the scientists questions before voting for their favourite contestant.

Professor Insall, who works at the Beatson in Bearsden and is an expert in cancer cell movement, said: "I'm A Scientist was a great opportunity to show school pupils that science is an enjoyable subject.

"It was also a chance to show that as well as working on complex and important projects, and as well as being profoundly geeky, scientists are also human and have a sense of humour.

"I enjoyed answering a surprisingly wide range of questions, from the incredibly intellectual to the downright daft, and I hope the students got a great deal out of taking part."

Mr Insall will use his £500 prize to convert an old microscope to take on tour with him when he visits schools and open days.

He hopes to be able to use the equipment to show people how cells move around.

Mr Insall was in competition with four cancer researchers from across the UK.

The event aims to inspire students by making the connection between what they learn in the classroom to how it relates to real life.

Rosie Schultz, spokeswoman for I'm A Scientist, said: "Right from the start Robert mastered the art of communicating with the students.

"He was fun and answered all questions on their level, and with a touch of humour.

"I congratulate Robert. Everyone at I'm A Scientist can't wait to see how his trusty microscope gets on when it takes to the road on its science tour."

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