This event is was designed for early- to mid-career professionals whose roles in some way involve science, technology, innnovation and research, and drawn from the civil and public sectors; from industry; and from the wider research community. During the course of the day there were plenary sessions, breakout discussions and plenty of networking opportunities.
A report of the Conference is being prepared.
The event was held in the University of Birmingham, and we are incredibly grateful for their support. It was also available online as a Zoom webinar.
Professor Sarah Sharples Chief Scientific Adviser, Department of Transport |
Jennifer Hindson Marine Climate Change Policy Delivery Manager, Scottish Government [Session 1 Chair] |
Dr Stephen Hendry Programme Manager Socioeconomic Inclusion, Royal Society of Chemistry |
Dannielle Croucher Policy Lead for Skills and Talent, National Centre for Universities and Business |
Dr Billy Bryan Evaluation and Research Leader, RAND Europe |
Michelle Hackett Head of International Fisheries Science, Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs [Session 2 Chair] |
Professor Christopher Smith UKRI International Champion and Executive Chair of AHRC |
Professor Marika Taylor Pro Vice Chancellor and Head of College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Birmingham |
Alex Hale Technology Programme Manager, National Composites Centre |
Dr Geoffrey Neale, Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellow and Lecturer, Cranfield University |
University of Birmingham
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