Welcome to Season 2 of Northern Spotlights, the podcast illuminating businesses in the North. In this episode, Terry is joined by Liz Towns-Andrews OBE… Liz is the Head of Regional & Business Engagement at The University of Huddersfield, and talks us through her exploration of physics, the journey to a PhD and much more. Chapters: 00:34 - Introducing Liz Towns-Andrews 05:45 - Exploring the Wonders of Physics 10:14 - Deciding on the Right Career Path 10:55 - Leading Campus Development at STFC (Science, Technology Facilities Councils) 12:18 - Ascending to Director of Innovation at the Research Council 16:00 - Liz’s Formative Years 17:58 - Choosing a Science Career 20:05 - The Journey to a PhD 22:34 - Breaking Barriers: Liz Becomes Director of Innovation and First Woman on the Executive & Research Council 25:46 - At the Epicentre of Science 31:12 - Navigating the Intersection of Business & Academia 42:38 - Earning a Named Chair and Professorship in Innovation 46:04 - Tea Break 48:00 - The Impact of 3M Buckley Innovation Centre 56:53 – Director of External Engagement at the Business School 57:27 - Developing the Health Innovation Campus in Huddersfield
