Ben joined the Air Quality Management Resource Centre as a Research Associate in October 2014 and seamlessly embedded himself into the team while quickly exploring and building connections across the Department and Faculty. Ben has proven himself to be an able, diligent, enthusiastic and reliable team member and has been instrumental in helping the group grow and work towards the UWE Strategy 2020 priorities. Ben has taken a lead role in winning and delivering two major Research Council funded projects (‘EndotoxII’ funded by NERC and ‘Upstream’ funded by the Wellcome Trust) collectively valued at over £1.8m. Additionally, Ben has led a project to support Gatwick Airport in understanding the implications of the UK’s Air Quality Plans and is now frequently invited by Gatwick to be their representative at national events. Ben has taken a keen interest in knowledge exchange and public engagement activities such as running a well-attended air quality event during the 2015 Bristol Bright Night initiative and is now co-organising the ‘Routes to Clean Air 2’ conference with the Institute of Air Quality Management. He is building his publications profile while also developing his national and international standing through attendance and presentations at conferences. In addition to his research activities, Ben has proactively sought out UG and MSc projects to supervise, while also delivering teaching and CPD provision linked to his and AQMRC’s research.
Congratulations Ben, on this well-deserved award!
