The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched a new online series to provide engagement for research awardees and alumni. The platform will ensure they can still benefit from the expertise and experience within the Academy’s network, as well as allowing them to share ideas, challenges and best practice in the current period and beyond.
The series will feature ‘in conversation with’ discussions, with Q&As and smaller breakout room sessions for networking.
The first event was chaired by Professor Karen Holford CBE FREng, who spoke with Dame Julia Elizabeth King DBE FREng FRS, Baroness Brown of Cambridge, on the topic of Low-carbon transport.
Professor Karen Holford CBE FREng
The Baroness Brown of Cambridge DBE FREng FRS FMedSci
Julia’s engineering experience began at a young age, through learning to fix her home electrical appliances. She moved from an academic career at Cambridge to a job in industry with Rolls- Royce, developing critical aeroengine materials.
Over her career, Julia developed a growing interest in climate change. She led the King Review on low-emissions transport for the government, which led to more official advisory positions and becoming a leading voice in the drive to combat climate change.