“On behalf of CaSE, I would like to congratulate Professor Sir Ian Chapman on his appointment as the next CEO of UKRI. It is fantastic news that the process has concluded and there is a clear direction ahead for UKRI and the wider R&D sector at an extremely important time.
“UKRI plays a critical role in supporting UK R&D, both in support of the research itself and the people that do it. There are challenges and opportunities ahead for UKRI and us all as we demonstrate how critical R&D is to achieving economic growth and improving lives and livelihoods across the UK. We look forward working with Sir Ian and the UKRI team going forward.”
“I would like to also offer my personal and professional thanks to Professor Dame Ottoline Leyser. Ottoline has been a great supporter of CaSE, and a champion of UK R&D, especially during her time as UKRI CEO. We wish her the best of luck with her future endeavours.”
Dr Alicia Greated
Executive Director, CaSE
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