Chris Matthews
richris.bsky.social
Chris Matthews
@richris.bsky.social
Civil Servant. Head of International Research Infrastructures @ UK Science Ministry (DSIT). 'Big Science' - CERN, ILL, SKAO, formerly lead on EMBL, ERICs
Congratulations to Ian Chapman on being appointed as @ukri.org's
new CEO! Over his time leading @ukaeaofficial.bsky.social, the UK has become a world leader in fusion energy, and I look forward to continuing to work with UKRI under his leadership to support our fantastic international RI portfolio
February 25, 2025 at 12:27 AM
A lovely evening at @royalsociety.org for their Science & Innovation Policy event. Fantastic to hear Dr Jess Wade speak on diversity in STEM and to get the chance to talk to people from so many organisations.
December 5, 2024 at 8:44 PM
Very pleased to have been able to celebrate the completion of the Endurance programme at ILL Grenoble this week. An excellent facility, and an important example of cooperation between the UK, France, Germany and many other partners. #science #researchinfrastructure

www.ill.eu/infos-presse...
The ILL officially enters a new era - ILL Neutrons for Society
www.ill.eu
November 29, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Reposted by Chris Matthews
CERN has named the UK particle physicist Mark Thomson as its next director-general, to replace Fabiola Gianotti when she steps down after her second five-year term next year. 🧪

physicsworld.com/a/uk-particl...
UK particle physicist Mark Thomson selected as next CERN boss – Physics World
Thomson will become the 17th director-general of the CERN particle-physics laboratory when he takes up the position in 2026
physicsworld.com
November 7, 2024 at 9:33 AM
Delighted to celebrate tonight with colleagues across government, toasting a strong UK-CERN relationship. #CERN #science #infrastructure
November 20, 2024 at 12:05 AM