Ian helped secure IFSTs third Student LaunchPad event, which will be held at FERA in York later this year. Earlier this year Ian was also a judge at the annual 'Young Scientist of the Year' competition which was held at Huddersfield University.
Why did you join IFST?
Having worked with Sarah Knapper (a previous Vice Chair of IFST North), she mentioned the strong network of like minded professionals within IFST and that's what initially interested me
Congratulations on being awarded Volunteer of the Week! What does it mean to receive this award?
It was a complete surprise and I was really pleased to receive it - it's always great to be recognised for what you do.
What’s your biggest professional achievement?
Tricky one this! I think developing the use of Spinning Disc Reactor technology for the food sector with a great team of like minded people from academia and industry was the most fulfilling.
How did you get to where you are today?
Hard work, healthy cynisism and an enduring sense of humour!
What advice would you give to people starting out in their careers?
Do something that you enjoy and are keen to be part of and make the most of the opportunities when they come along... and never give up!
Why is it important to belong to a member organisation like IFST?
It provides a professional network; it means that you are recognised for what you have achieved and it gives access to a framework to help others in and around the profession.
Tell us something about yourself that few people know
Despite a short period developing, making and selling Tykes Roasted Tomatoes, I'm not a true 'Tyke' but was born in Norfolk, so I'm actually a 'Dumpling'!
