Andrew Harrison (scientist)
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Andrew Harrison | |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | United Kingdom |
| Alma mater | Oxford University |
| Occupation | CEO |
| Years active | 1985 - present |
| Employer | Diamond Light Source |
| Title | Professor |
| Spouse | wife Alison |
| Children | 3 daughters |
| Awards | OBE |
Andrew Harrison OBE is a British chemist and a research manager. From 1978 he studied chemistry at Oxford University, where he graduated as PhD in 1985. Then he worked as a researcher in Britain, Canada and France. In October 2020 he became an Officer of the Order of the British Empire.[1][2]
The University of Bath awarded Harrison an Honorary Doctorate of Science in July 2019. The award recognises Harrison as 'an inspirational scientist who couples outstanding research excellence with influential and high-level executive roles in international facilities, carries out with a commitment, compassion, humanity and humility that is an inspiration to many.'[3]