Ian Chapman

Professor Sir Ian Chapman has led UK Research and Innovation since August 2025, following his tenure as Chief Executive of the UK Atomic Energy Authority. His international fusion work includes chairing the International Atomic Energy Agency’s fusion research committee. His scientific contributions and leadership have earned awards from the Institute of Physics, the American Physical Society and the Royal Society. He is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Royal Society, and received a knighthood in 2023.