Background 

I have been involved in the field of impact since 2011 writing up case studies for the 2014 REF. Since then my role has expanded to include training, shaping strategy and developing partnerships, as well as gathering evidence, identifying new stories and writing case studies for a variety of purposes.

With the 2021 REF now submitted, my focus is on refreshing the impact strategy within FMS, creating and re-kindling relationships across and beyond the faculty. The overall goal is to provide a more efficient and joined-up service and to maximise the impact of research.

In July 2021, I was appointed co-champion of the ARMA Impact Special Interest Group, a national group with over 500 members involved in supporting research impact.

My role centres on how research reaches beyond academia, within the wider field of public engagement so if you're interested in how academic research has an effect on everyday life, do come and talk to me! 

Informal interests 

Outside of work, I ride my own horse every day and compete regularly in British Eventing horse trials. I'm interested in all aspects of science communication and enjoy going to events such as Bright Club. At home I enjoy making a mess in my kitchen, or as I like to think of it, "cooking".

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• Addis PR, Lawson SEM. The role of tendon stiffness in development of equine locomotion with age. Equine Veterinary Journal 2010, 42(s38), 556-560.