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Bob Patton

CSci CPsychol AFBPsS

I have been a member of the BPS for over 20 years, as a student, a graduate member, an associate fellow and finally as a chartered psychologist. Membership not only enables me to keep in touch with developments, both academic and political, within my profession, but also to demonstrate to potential clients and employers alike that my credentials are legitimate, and that I am bound by a code of conduct that governs my research practices.

I was keen to apply for CSci status as I felt that this would enhance my reputation and demonstrate that my training and experience are at a level commensurate with other professions. The application process was no different from the BPS procedures for associate fellow or chartered status.

The benefit of CSci to me as an individual means that when generating a press release, or responding to a media call, my credibility as a scientist is apparent. For psychologists generally, this accreditation serves as part of the professional development that we must all adhere to. Prior to the regulation of our profession, CSci provides an additional guarantee of professional competence. Having a benchmark of ability for practitioners of science will help to maintain the confidence of both public and professional. In my role as Health Services Research Coordinator for an NHS Foundation Trust, I am often asked to comment on the findings of research and to present our own studies to the public. It is important for these messages to be credible, and CSci will prove to be a valuable asset in this process.

I am particularly interested in the application of evidence-based practice in the addictions field. Part of my current role is to encourage and support (from a bottom-up approach) research amongst clinical teams – this is important for their own personal and professional development. I take a pragmatic approach to undertaking research in the field – to me it is important that the lessons learnt in a clinical trial can be easily integrated into routine practice, and for this reason I try to take a real world approach in the design of research protocols, giving those professionals I work with a sense of ownership of the research and assurance that they have an input into the way that studies are developed and integrated.

Bob Patton CSci CPsychol AFBPsS I have been a member of the BPS for over 20 years, as a student, a graduate member, an associate fellow and finally as a chartered psychologist.

Professor Stephen Palmer CSci CPsychol CBiol AFBPsS Membership of professional bodies is an important part of one’s career development. They provide a framework for recognised qualifications and continuing professional development.

Bob Sargent CSci CEnv FCIWEM CIWEM is in many ways a natural home for an environmental hydrologist like me, but I recognise it may not meet the needs of all people.

Helen Wright MSc CSci CChem CEnv MCIWEM I started out as a Chemist in the water industry, working on the analysis and testing of rivers, focussing on potable water.

Nigel Pattenden CSci FIFST I currently work as a Senior Food Technologist at Marks and Spencer, where I oversee the safety and quality of the food sold through the Delicatessen category, the largest category in the M&S Food Group.

Ruma Tamuli CSci MIFST My interest in joining a professional body was at first mainly to have my qualifications and experience recognised and to be differentiated from less qualified personnel.

Professor Pankaj Vadgama CSci CChem CPhys FRCPath FInst I was nominated to become a Chartered Scientist by the Institute of Materials, of which I am a Fellow, in a special presentation evening.disciplines, involving biomolecules, chemistry and metals.

Dr Christopher Corti CSci CEng FIMMM Dr Christopher Corti has over 25 years experience in the precious metals industry. As Managing Director, International Technology sector at World Gold Council, London.

Dr Heather Thompson CSci CBiol MEI Dr Heather Thompson is the Energy and Environmental Management Systems Officer for one of Northern Ireland’s largest local authorities.

Don Lack CSci FEI I have been a member of a professional body since starting at Nene College in 1970 and as my work experience changed and specialised over the years I became a member of the Energy Institute, where I am now a Fellow.

Professor Sir Christopher Evans OBE CSci CChem FRSC Sir Chris Evans is regarded as one of Europe’s leading biotechnology entrepreneurs with a proven track record of establishing successful, high quality science companies.

Dr Mark Heslop CSci MIChemE As a Lecturer at the University of Strathclyde, my duties include teaching undergraduate courses, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students, and carrying out research projects.

Nira Chamberlain CSci MIMA I am a Chartered Scientist and a member of the Institute of Mathematics and its Application (IMA). Since 2002, I have been a Mathematical Modelling Consultant for the LSC Group.

Dr Liz Campbell CSci CPsychol AFBPsS I am a member of the British Psychological Society, the professional and learned body for psychologists in the UK. The British Psychological Society has its own Royal Charter for awarding professional awards.