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Dr Claire Malone PhD
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TEDTalks keynote speaker, columnist for Physics World and others #physicist CERN, investigative #journalist, #STEM, #scicomm #novelist
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Congratulations @atlasexperiment.bsky.social! We won a Breakthrough Prize.
For smashing particles at near light speed and surviving the collisions...as well as for measuring the properties of the Higgs!
Here's to many more discoveries in fundamental physics at
@cern.bsky.social
A certificate of the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics, awarded to Claire Malone and colleagues in the ATLAS collaboration at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. The certificate recognises detailed measurements of Higgs boson properties, discovery of new strongly interacting particles, studies of rare processes and matter-antimatter asymmetry, and exploration of nature under extreme conditions at CERN. The certificate is dated April 5, 2025, and signed by Pete Worden, Chairman of the Breakthrough Prize Foundation.
November 11, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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⚙️ We use AI daily — but how many really understand what’s happening under the hood?

AI doesn’t think. It predicts — one word at a time.
And knowing how that works changes everything.

Curiosity is the real literacy.
➡️ AI with Insight — launching Friday.
#AIWithInsight #AI #AILiteracy #EthicalAI
A slide explaining how AI learns, titled: "AI: A Very Forgetful Student – One Who Learns Not Through Explanation But By Seeing Many Examples." The visual depicts a five-step process: Collection – illustrated with a cluster of yellow dots. Cleaning & Preparation – dots are organised and some are faded, implying filtering. Training Phase – represented by a large yellow circle with arrows, indicating internal processing. Fine-tuning & Testing – shown as a green circle. Deployment – ending with the OpenAI ChatGPT logo. Each stage is connected by arrows, suggesting a left-to-right progression. The tone is educational and metaphorical, describing AI as a student who learns from patterns, not instructions.
November 5, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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AI doesn’t replace human intelligence — it extends it.

The power lies in AI agents — digital assistants you can train to work your way.
They format, research, and automate the grind so you can focus on insight, creativity, and control.
Think with AI don't fear it.
➡️ AI with Insight launches Friday.
A stylised yellow emoji-like face wearing sunglasses and a wide-brimmed fedora hat, representing a secret agent. Below the image, white text on a black background reads: "How to create your own AI agents..."
November 4, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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🧠 AI is here — but are you using it with insight, or just riding the hype?
This Friday, I’m launching AI with Insight, a self-paced course on how to use AI responsibly, creatively & accessibly.
⚖️♿💡
#AIWithInsight #EthicalAI #Accessibility #AILiteracy
3D-rendered humanoid figure with a CRT computer monitor for a head, wearing a green shirt. The figure holds a pen in one hand and an open notebook in the other, as if writing or studying. Green text is visible on the screen of the monitor.
November 3, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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🚨 Speaking at #SJF2025!

🧠 Beyond the Buzz: How Generative AI Can Empower Disabled Science Journalists

How AI can augment—not replace—our work, support accessibility, & build trust.

🎟️ sciencejf.com
#AI #ScienceJournalism #Inclusion #AIethics
Promotional graphic for the Science Journalism Forum 2025, featuring Claire Malone, identified as a "Particle Physicist, Science Communicator, and a Journalist." Claire is smiling, wearing round sunglasses, a purple shirt, and a necklace, with short red hair. The background includes circular purple design elements on a dark textured backdrop. The event is scheduled for October 27th–30th, 2025, hybrid and live from the UAE. Logos for ScienceJF and Dubai (Destination Partner) are also shown, along with the website sciencejf.com and social media handles.
October 14, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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Great to speak at Fidelity International on how AI and DEI intersect—especially the risks of bias creeping into AI outputs. I also shared how AI is transforming life for disabled professionals, from accessibility to productivity. #AI #Inclusion #DEI #AssistiveTech #AccessibleAI
Dr Claire Malone, a woman with short red hair, wearing an orange top, sits in her powered wheelchair on stage at a Fidelity International event. Behind her, a large screen displays the title of her talk: “Rewriting the Code: AI, DEI and Bias.” The modern conference room has floor-to-ceiling windows and empty chairs arranged for a panel discussion. Sunlight and greenery can be seen outside.
September 22, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Testing my DIY studio for my new course on AI in everyday life 🎬

It’s about how AI is reshaping work, creativity, healthcare, education—even the environment. Plus tips on using it more accessibly and sustainably.

For the curious, the cautious, and the critical. Coming soon.
Alt text: A woman with short red hair sits smiling in a powered wheelchair in a home recording studio. She wears a lilac T-shirt and patterned trousers. Behind her is a large white fabric backdrop, and in front is a desk with multiple monitors, laptops, lamps, and a stack of books used as a camera stand. The room is well-lit with natural light coming through two large windows on the left. Alt text: A woman with short red hair smiles while sitting in a powered wheelchair at a home studio desk. She wears a light purple top and is surrounded by tech equipment, including a microphone on an adjustable arm, a laptop, and a tablet propped up on a stack of books. A white sheet hangs behind her as a makeshift backdrop.
August 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Exploring art, AI, and materiality at The Photographers’ Gallery.

Also: a wonderfully tautological image of me taking an artsy photo inside the gallery. Obviously.
#AIArt #Photography #DigitalFutures #ArtAndTechnology #MachineLearning #FelicityHammond #ThePhotographersGallery
July 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Exciting news,
Today, I was finishing up preparing the session on AI research tools for my new course, explaining how to best use AI at work. I posed an example question to several AI tools
"Explain how all particles are detected within the particle detector ATLAS at CERN with sources"
July 9, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Lovely afternoon in Harrow on the Hill, celebrating the summer solstice on the hottest day of the year so far. Sunshine, history, and a perfect hilltop breeze—grateful for days like these! 🌞🌿 #SummerSolstice #HarrowOnTheHill #AccessibleAdventures #SunshineVibes #WheelLife
I’m smiling in a yellow dress, sitting in my powered wheelchair on a peaceful, tree-lined street. It’s a sunny day, and you can see someone walking in the distance down the hill, with houses and trees stretching toward the horizon behind them.
June 22, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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Wonderful evening at the Institute of Directors, connecting with fellow thought leaders in the communications industry. A fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas—and to explore this historic and beautiful building.

#InstituteOfDirectors #Communication #ThoughtLeadership
June 19, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Honoured to attend the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant at Woolwich Barracks with the Worshipful Company of Educators. The event included a powerful talk from an officer at the Army Education Centre, highlighting the great range of educational opportunities open to soldiers in every rank.
"I am seated in my powered wheelchair in an ornate, historic room with deep red walls, high white columns, and gold detailing. I’m wearing a dark floral dress and smiling toward the camera. The room is furnished with long dark wooden tables and rows of pink-cushioned chairs. A large portrait of a man in regal attire hangs on the left wall, and a grand chandelier hangs overhead. The scene is reflected in a large mirror behind me, adding to the elegance of the setting."
June 4, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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I had the pleasure of attending a truly memorable evening with the Guild of Young Freemen as we welcomed eight new members at Ironmongers Hall, by kind permission of the Ironmongers Company.

#YoungFreemen #GuildofYoungFreemen
I am at a formal social gathering, seated in my powered wheelchair and smiling. I’m wearing a sleeveless dress with bold, multicolored stripes. Around me, several people in smart attire are engaged in conversation, holding drinks. The room has wooden paneling and a chandelier, giving it a traditional, elegant atmosphere."
June 2, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Another very memorable moment from my recent trip to Derry with the Worshipful Company of Educators was the opportunity to meet its mayor within the beautiful and historic Guildhall.
#VisitDerry #Derry
May 28, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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More great sessions at King’s AI Festival today!

Explored how AI can ease bureaucratic hurdles in education and whether AI literacy should be a core uni skill. Bonus: Bloom’s Taxonomy and detecting AI hallucinations!

#KingsAIFestival #AIInEducation #EdTech #DigitalLiteracy #FutureOfLearning
May 23, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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Packed day at King’s AI Festival www.kcl.ac.uk/events/serie...

From revolutionising child mental health to using AI for market-based finance and greener futures—so many powerful ideas and conversations.

#KingsAIFestival #AIForGood #ChildMentalHealth #NetZero #SustainableTech #ResponsibleAI
May 22, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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After the initial eruption, a long hiatus in volcanic activity allowed time for heavy weathering of the topmost layer of lava. So when eruptions resumed, lava accumulated in the valley in a 90m deep lake.
May 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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A fantastic finale to a wonderful trip to Derry with the Worshipful Company of Educators was an excursion to the Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This unique and stunning geological landmark is formed from over 40,000 columns of basalt caused by successive periods of volcanic activity
May 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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extremely talented and innovative team at the Playhouse supporting all age groups to access the Arts.

I would highly recommend a visit to this fascinating city if you have the chance.

#Derry #VisitDerry #Education
May 20, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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The murals all over that area of the city tell the residents stories. I was also struck by the sense of hope and optimism for the future that was palpable across the entire city and best symbolised by their beautiful peace bridge across the river and
May 20, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Just got back from the Master's weekend in Derry with the Worshipful Company of Educators.

For me, the most evocative part of the trip was a walking tour of the Derry city walls and the Bogside, which was the site of Bloody Sunday in 1972.
May 20, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Excited to speak at #GlobalPsychedelicWeek!
One of the most surprising AI intersections? Psychedelic medicine.

From VR therapy to AI-powered trials—tech is transforming mental health care.

🎤 Code, Consciousness & Connectivity
🔗 globalpsychedelicweek.com
#AI #Psychedelics #MentalHealth #Neurotech
April 10, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Thrilled to be part of the Enrich Festival this year! I’ll be sharing excerpts from Symbiosis—my creative writing project where I explore themes related to scientific inquiry, identity, and writing through emotional truth. #EnrichFestival #DisabledCreatives #disability #writing
April 9, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Following on from my talk at the University of Manchester about the culture of speed- we have another audience question:

Can you share an example of a time where you were able to resist the culture of speed and this paid off or was rewarded?

Yes—during my undergraduate degree...
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March 28, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Honoured to have been invited to an evening reception this week celebrating the 80th anniversary of the first women elected to the Fellowship of the Royal Society – the trailblazing Kathleen Lonsdale FRS and Marjory Stephenson FRS.

#WomenInSTEM #RoyalSociety #STEMHeritage #InspiringWomen #Science
March 22, 2025 at 12:33 PM