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What is your role and what does it involve?

There are two main elements to my role. I work closely with Professor David Price, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø Vice-Provost (Research), on research policy - developing new ideas, responding to policy developments and putting forward Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø's view on national research policy.

I am also responsible for leading the Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø Public Policy strategy (see where you can also sign up to our mailing list), which is aimed at ensuring that Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø research - across all disciplines - has an impact on public policy.

We are seeking to enhance engagement between Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø research and policy by building links with policy-makers, developing a better understanding of policy priorities and working to ensure that Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø research is informing debate and development.

How long have you been at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø and what was your previous role?

I've been at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø for two and a half years. Previously, I was a Research Fellow at the Russell Group with responsibility for research policy, which involved developing Russell Group position papers and policies on research with input from member institutions (including Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø).

What working achievement or initiative are you most proud of?

At Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø, I'm most proud of establishing the Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø Public Policy initiative with David Price and other colleagues, which I hope will ensure that Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø is achieving its full potential in terms of our research and expertise informing public policy development. Although it's early days, we've started to have an impact and we have ambitious plans for the future!

Previously, as a parliamentary researcher, my proudest achievement was working on a Private Member's Bill to take it through Parliament - now the International Development (Reporting and Transparency) Act.

What is your life like outside Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø?

I'm originally from West Yorkshire, but now live in north-west London with my husband. I've been in London ever since I came to Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÖÐÌØÍø to do my Masters eight years ago. I love reading and cinema and I also enjoy cooking (and eating!)