Dr Jess Johnson elected President of the British Geophysical Association
By: Communications
Dr Jess Johnson, Associate Professor in the School of Environmental Sciences, has been elected as the next President of the British Geophysical Association (BGA) - becoming only the second woman to lead the national organisation dedicated to the study of Earth's physical processes.
Jess’ groundbreaking research in geophysical hazards has brought significant recognition to both her and the University. Upon her election, she said: "I am deeply honoured and excited to take on the role of President for the British Geophysical Association. It's a privilege to follow in the footsteps of so many distinguished scientists, and I am particularly mindful of the opportunity to represent women in geophysics. I look forward to working with the geophysical community to forge collaborations and to foster the next generation of geophysicists."
A long-standing and active member of the BGA, Jess has previously held the role of Meetings Officer and contributed to outreach and recruitment activities. A key focus of the BGA under her leadership will be on increasing awareness of the discipline and its career prospects for the next generation, ensuring they have the support and opportunities to excel and contribute meaningfully to the field.
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