Linda Leuchars

Former Chief Executive, Dundee Science Centre

A graduate of Pharmacology and with an MPhil in Biomedicine, Linda entered science communication whilst still working in research, leading to a full-time career change into Dundee Science Centre in April 2008. During her first six years in post, Linda led and managed a wide range of Science Learning and Public Engagement initiatives and teams. This included learning programmes for children and young people in formal education settings, exhibition and community engagement projects, Dundee and Fife Science Festivals, and professional development for teachers and scientists.