I am half-way through my science PhD. I would like to pursue an academic career. Any tips on how I should prepare for this? I would like my own research team in 10 years time!

Get a good postdoc position, network lots with academics who might help you, or at least let you know what to expect. Be prepared for getting jobs to be based on luck/who you know rather than merit/ability. When I was halfway through my PhD, I wanted an academic career too! But now I have seen how unpleasant and high pressure an environment academia is, and how it is often built on exploiting researchers who have not obtained the coveted academic position.

I have found that the 8 years industrial experience I have has been hugely beneficial to my academic career - don't rush into a uni career - go and earn some money and have better working conditions for a few years!