Rachel Haywood scientist, writer, artist and singer

Welcome to my website. I am a scientist and artist, writer and illustrator of published children's books.

Please visit my Science page for more information about my scientific activities.

My recent paper shows that the tanning pigment melanin is not always a completely effective screen against (UVA in) sunlight damage to skin cells.

Please see my book page for more information.

I am a mezzosoprano singer and also organise and sing in concerts for charity. Please see my 'Singing' page on this website for further information and links to some recordings (below):

Rachel Haywood and David Banbury sing 'The Cats Duet' by Rossini

Rachel Haywood and Adrienne Walters sing 'Sull L'aria' from the Marriage of Figaro