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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. They actively encourage members to become involved in the wider professional community and also inform the public about our work. As a Chartered Psychologist I have always seen myself as a practitioner and scientist. However these are not really dual roles as psychological theory and research inform my practice. When the opportunity arose to apply for CSci status I realised that this would accurately reflect my work.

As Director of the UK’s first university based Coaching Psychology Unit at City University in London, I supervise four doctorate students focusing on new areas of research in the coaching psychology field. We publish many papers on different aspects of coaching, stress and well-being, helping both employees and organisations. I believe that CSci will be a new direction for researchers in my field to work towards. The BPS and the Science Council are to be congratulated in making available this career path. There are many fulfilling aspects to my work, such as assisting students in undertaking their research, encouraging them to give conference papers and also helping them to publish their research. The publications are an important aspect of our work as I believe that research should not take place in a professional vacuum, isolated from the scientific world. Publishing allows others to comment on our theories and research.

Helping individuals and organisations to manage or prevent stress is a passion of mine. I do this with my training or consultancy hat on. Working with the media provides an excellent opportunity to educate the public about useful research findings on TV, radio and in newspapers/magazines. The writing and editing which I enjoy includes books for both professionals and the layperson. I also edit a number of practitioner and academic journals. My childhood interests in psychology and biology come together in my current work. There are many fulfilling aspects to my work, such as assisting students in undertaking their research, encouraging them to give conference papers and also helping them to publish their research. The publications are an important aspect of our work as I believe that research should not take place in a professional vacuum, isolated from the scientific world. Publishing allows others to comment on our theories and research. Helping individuals and organisations to manage or prevent stress is a passion of mine. I do this with my training or consultancy hat on. Working with the media provides an excellent opportunity to educate the public about useful research findings on TV, radio and in newspapers

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.