Dr. Stephen Mawdsley

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stephen E. Mawdsley is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bristol, focusing on social history, particularly within modern American medicine and public health. His research examines significant historical medical issues such as poliomyelitis, exploring aspects like vaccine reactions and the impacts of medical experimentation on children. He has investigated the historical implications of Jamaica Ginger Paralysis, which includes the health consequences of adulterated patent medicines from the 1930s. Additionally, he addresses concerns related to occupational health, including the effects of ultrafine particles in cabin air on commercial aircraft. Mawdsley has contributed to various scholarly publications, including a monograph titled 'Selling Science: Polio Promise Gamma Globulin' and multiple articles discussing topics ranging from disability rehabilitation to the historical debates surrounding aerotoxic syndrome. He currently leads the American History Graduate Workshop, focusing on the latest scholarship in historical studies, and has held various administrative roles within the School of Humanities at the university, promoting postgraduate education and student engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Teaching and conducting research in social history, focusing on American medicine and public health.

Awards

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Jonathan Hart Prize

2009-01-01
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Sir James Lougheed Award of Distinction

2010-01-01
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H.N. Segall Prize

2011-01-01

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.