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Cambridge University nanotech guru appointed MOD's Chief Scientific Adviser

Written by Ben Fountain
Friday, 04 April 2008
Cambridge University nanotech specialist, Prof Mark Welland has been appointed the Ministry of Defence's Chief Scientific Adviser Prof Welland, Head of the Nanoscience Group at the Nanoscience Centre and Professor of Nanotechnology at the Department of Engineering, will take up his new appointment as Chief Scientific Adviser on Monday 7 April. Welland's stewardship of the Nanoscience Centre has been particularly successful, initiating relationships with a number of heavy-hitting electronics players such as Samsung and Canon and most recently, Nokia. He will continue his research at the University, splitting his time between Cambridge and London, according to a statement. Welland succeeds Prof Sir Roy Anderson, who has left to rejoin Imperial College, pending his appointment as Rector this summer. Secretary of State for Defence, Des Browne highlighted Welland's "extensive experience" and "wide ranging scientific interest, together with his strong links to academia," as key factors in the appointment. Browne also paid tribute to Prof, whom he said, had "significantly improved the way the MOD’s research programme is developed and managed." Vice-Chancellor Professor Alison Richard said: “This is a wonderful opportunity for Mark and we are delighted that he has been recognised with such a prestigious position. He has made, and continues to make, significant contributions to the advancement of nanoscience; and he will be a huge asset as the Ministry of Defence attempts to tackle complex scientific issues.” Prof Welland said: “I am delighted to have been offered the opportunity to lead science and technology within the Ministry of Defence. As CSA I look forward to working with professional and dedicated staff from both the Armed Forces and Civil Service to ensure science contributes fully in supporting the role of the Armed Services.” Set as favorite Bookmark Email This Hits: 493 Trackback(0) TrackBack URI for this entry Comments (0) Subscribe to this comment's feed Show/Hide comments Write comment Show/Hide comment form This content has been locked. You can no longer post any comment.