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About CSci

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.

I was motivated to apply for Chartered Scientist following the Energy Institute promotion and details of how the scheme worked. For many years I had been involved in the research and development of innovative projects as well as providing evidence to the House of Lords scientific panel on biomass. I realised that much of my work fell well within the criteria for CSci and complemented the research I had been involved with.

CSci has allowed me to focus on my work in relationship to science and show others that my field is contributing to development of science within our industry and offering a possible route for others.

The energy industry has a high awareness for science- related issues such as climate change and global warming but has failed to recognise the opportunities that our industry has to pioneer science as a key skill and qualification we should be promoting and looking for. As more in my field complete CSci registration, we can encourage and promote opportunities for young scientists and engineers.

CSci has helped to recognise the research work I had been involved with over a number of years and to make me more aware of how my work was complementary to the science ethos. I feel that clients and other consultants are listening more and taking more notice because of my registration. CSci gives a further accreditation to my skills and reassures clients that I am serious about the issues I work on.

I manage a multidisciplinary office of architects, building service engineers and carbon management team all focussed on sustainable development and maintaining a design solution process for our clients. Climate change is the biggest issue affecting the planet today and needs scientists and engineers to meet the challenge. My work looks not only at the impact on a global scale but also the issues at a local level and how even the smallest projects can have a significant impact on this challenge.

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.