Dr. Helen Fielding

Biography

Helen Fielding is the Thomas Graham Professor of Chemistry at University College London, specializing in spectroscopy and ultrafast dynamics of excited states in molecules, particularly protein chromophores in both gas-phase and solution environments. She co-leads the Chemistry Light Research Theme and is an active member of the Departmental Research Committee with responsibilities for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). Fielding has held various significant roles, including Head of Physical Chemistry and chair of the departmental EDI committee, through which she achieved the Athena SWAN Silver Award for her department in 2020. She has been involved with the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), serving on the Faraday Community Council and previously as Chair of the Publishing Board. Her academic career includes positions at King's College London and University of Amsterdam, contributing extensively to the field of chemical physics with over two decades at UCL since 2003. She is dedicated to advancing EDI initiatives within STEM and has received accolades for her service to chemistry, reflecting her commitment to science and education.

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