FST PODCAST
In the FST podcast, weekly one to one interviews allow a more in depth discussion of both topics being explored in Foundation events, and one-off discussions with senior figures across science, research, technology and innovation. It's available here, and can also be accessed on the main podcast hosting platforms.
We would welcome ideas for potential podcast topics or interviewees - please contact Gavin Costigan (gavin.costigan@foundation.org.uk).
Filter: Year 2020
Professor Richard Jones - R&D Roadmap and Levelling Up across the UK
- 1 October, 2020
In this podcast, Professor Richard Jones, Professor of Materials Physics and Innovation Policy at the University of Manchester discusses the variation of R&D intensity across the UK and the link between R&D and economic performance.
Dr Michael Short - Science and evidence in international trade
- 24 September, 2020
In this podcast, Dr Michael Short, Chief Scientific Advisor, Department for International Trade discusses the role of science and evidence in international trade. Including DIT’s “Areas of Research Interest”, what makes a good trade agreement, and trade and the environment.
Professor Judith Petts CBE - University teaching during Covid-19
- 17 September, 2020
In this podcast, Professor Judith Petts CBE, University of Plymouth Vice-Chancellor, discusses preparing for the new academic year in times of Covid – including arrangements for teaching and learning, student wellbeing and the effect of the A-Level exam issues.
Tom McNeil, Strategic Advisor to the West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner
- 10 September, 2020
Tom McNeil, Strategic Advisor to the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner, discusses the use of Artificial Intelligence in policing. Including how accurate AI technologies are and how an Ethics Committee works in advising on new AI police projects.
Professor Sir Venki Ramakrishnan, President of the Royal Society
- 3 September, 2020
In this week's podcast, Professor Sir Venki Ramakrishnan, President of the Royal Society, discusses the state of British science, science advice to government during coronavirus, and science issues of Brexit.
Chi Onwurah MP - Science and Politics
- 10 July, 2020
In this podcast, Chi Onwurah MP, Labour Member of Parliament for Newcastle upon Tyne Central and Shadow Minister for Science, Research and Digital, discusses how government draws on scientific advice and the use of science during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Julia Sutcliffe - BAE Systems
- 2 July, 2020
Julia Sutcliffe, Director of Air Labs and Chief Technologist – Air, BAE Systems, discusses technology drivers in the defence sector and the UK ecosystem for innovation.
Professor John Loughhead - companies emerging from coronavirus lockdown
- 25 June, 2020
In this podcast, Professor John Loughhead, Chief Scientific Adviser, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), discusses how companies emerge from lockdown, the resilience of supply chains, and the priorities for BEIS.
Darren Jones MP - business and coronavirus
- 11 June, 2020
In this podcast Darren Jones MP, and Chair of the House of Commons Select Committee for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy discusses the impact that coronavirus has had on businesses, the use of science in decision-making, and how Covid-19 has made COP26 harder.
Professor Lenny Koh - International supply chains post-Coronavirus
- 4 June, 2020
In this podcast Professor Lenny Koh, University of Sheffield discusses the impact of the coronavirus on global supply chains for large businesses and what the “new normal” for supply chains might look like post coronavirus.