Carole’s love of science began at an early age inspired by walks in the countryside and her biology teachers. Due to financial circumstances she left school with A’levels to initially take up a position as a laboratory technician with a pharmaceutical company. During this time she studied part-time. The experience gained here led to securing a position within the Natural Environment research Council at Plymouth Marine Laboratory giving opportunity for world travel and many research cruises. From here she obtained a Masters in Research and a PhD through the University of Bristol.