Dr Mike Short CBE & Professor Mary Ryan CBE
Dr Mike Short CBE & Professor Mary Ryan CBE - Imperial Policy Forum welcomed Dr Mike Short CBE to Imperial for the first in a new series of events with government Chief Scientific Advisers (CSAs). Speaking in front of staff and students, Dr Short discussed with Professor Mary Ryan CBE, Vice Provost, Research & Enterprise, the benefits of scientific and industry experience in policymaking, and how the role of the CSA is crucial in providing impartial advice to government. Chief Scientific Advisers in Government. Dr Short described how his career in the telecommunications industry had given him a valuable perspective advising DIT. The Department's remit is set out in its " Outcome Delivery Plan ", including export support, attracting investment and negotiating free trade deals. The cross-government network of CSAs , and the Government Office for Science provides support across government departments and an avenue for policy and decision makers to draw on expert evidence and advice. He said that Imperial College was in a strong position to lead in this area, saying: "the good thing about Imperial is the great mix of science, engineering and international talent" and referenced how networks and contacts developed through his career have helped him to tackle important issues throughout his career.
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