Dr Robert Leese, Chief Technical Officer at Smith Institute, has been appointed as an inaugural Fellow of the Academy for the Mathematical Sciences, joining leading figures across academia, industry, education, and government.
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Dr Leese’s appointment recognises his contribution to driving the application of mathematics across society, including its vital role within critical national infrastructure. It is a reflection of the experience and expertise within AIRTO member Smith Institute in addressing complex challenges.
Lord Vallance KCB FRS FMedSci FRCP HonFREng, Minister for Science, Innovation, Research and Nuclear in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), commented:
Mathematics sits at the heart of the UK’s scientific and technological strength and is essential to the development of the industries of the future, in exciting fields like AI and quantum. The Academy for the Mathematical Sciences’ inaugural Fellows represent the very best of this national capability, and I commend the Academy for bringing them together. Their expertise strengthens our security, boosts productivity and supports high‐quality jobs across the country, so it is only right that they are celebrated.
