Martin Khechara is an Associate Professor for engagement in science technology engineering and maths (STEM) at the University of Wolverhampton. A former research scientist he specialises in microbiology and now has an international profile for his pedagogical research in student and public engagement. Other than his role as an educator Martin is a science communicator, presenter, writer and performer and believes in the power of STEM and study at university to change lives and actively works in the community to bring the magic of STEM subjects to those that need it the most.