Isobel Stephen

Isobel is Executive Director, Strategy, Performance and Engagement, for UK Research and Innovation, in a job share with Emma Lindsell.

Innovation nation

Emma Lindsell and Isobel Stephen, 13 February 2020 - Analysis and factual trends, Case studies, Making organisations work well, New techniques

Emma Lindsell and Isobel Stephen describe how bringing funding arrangements for UK research together under a single body, UK Research and Innovation, will enhance excellence and effectiveness in a field where the nation’s reputation is already high.

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