Brian is leading his technical engineering group in developing state-of-the-art payloads for a next generation of weather monitoring satellites, and creating new technologies that support climate studies, astronomy and telecommunication research. Most recently, his team deployed a new submillimetre-wave receiver at the Large Millimetre Telescope, Mexico, as part of a project to share UK expertise in millimetre wave technology with engineers in Mexico.

A limited number of Fellows are elected by peer review from nominations made by existing fellows to recognise and promote outstanding and continuing contributions to the profession. 

Professor Chris Mutlow, Director of RAL Space says: “I am thrilled that this much deserved honour has been awarded to Brian in recognition of his leadership and the quality and importance of novel developments he (and the team he leads) have delivered for our community over many years. This is great for Brian and clear acknowledgement of the important work we carry out within our programmes here at RAL Space”

Alongside his work pioneering millimetre-wave technology, Brian is also a Visiting Professor to the Open University (OU) where he engages with leading researchers and interacts with postgraduate students. He has also fostered extensive collaborations with other UK universities, supporting undergraduate student placements within his group, and national and international research organisations.

Brian says: “I am really delighted to have received this accolade. I feel that it not only demonstrates my personal commitment to advancing engineering, but also gives recognition to the terrific technical and scientific research and development work that is undertaken within STFC and RAL Space.” 

Brian will be welcomed to the Royal Academy of Engineers at a ceremony on the 7^th November. Read more about his nomination.​