Ria Lina is a highly qualified professional with a strong background in science, holding a BSc in Experimental Pathology, an MSc in Forensic Science, and a PhD in Virology. She was also a member of the Viral Data Subcommittee at The International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses (ICTV) during her time in the Biochemistry Department at UCL. This unique combination of academic rigor and communication skills makes her an exceptional facilitator for conferences and workshops related to STEM fields.

Ria’s extensive media experience includes appearances on prominent shows such as Live At The Apollo (BBC), Have I Got News For You (BBC), QI (BBC), Mock The Week (BBC), The Last Leg (Channel 4), and as a regular co-host of Pointless (BBC). She has also featured on The News Quiz (Radio 4), The Now Show (Radio 4), Late Night Mash (Dave), and starred in Lovestruck High (Amazon Prime). Notably, Ria is a Celebrity Mastermind winner (Topic: Rosalind Franklin) and has co-hosted Yesterday, Today & The Day Before (Comedy Central) and Richard Hammond’s Brain Reaction (Comedy Central). She has also appeared in Countdown’s Dictionary Corner (Channel 4).

Ria has presented at conferences and corporate events, facilitating workshops and panel discussions with significant success. She is a sought-after pundit on Sky News, Times Radio, and Talk Radio/TV, providing scientific insights and political analysis with confidence and clarity. During the pandemic, she was a frequent commentator on Sky News as a virologist and created the lockdown podcast “Ria Lina’s Behind,” where she interviewed experts to demystify complex scientific and political issues for a wider audience.

Her ability to synthesize and present complex information in an accessible manner, combined with her passion for women in STEM and scientific education, makes her a valuable asset for any event focused on scientific or technical subjects.