Katie Bates

Katie Bates is a highly accomplished professional with a strong educational background and extensive experience in research funding and grants management.

She obtained her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutics from University College London and her Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Neuropharmacology from King's College London.

With a solid foundation in academia, Katie has held key roles in prestigious organizations such as the National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs) where she served as the Head of Research Funding and previously as the Programme Manager for Research funding.

Prior to her tenure at NC3Rs, she worked as a Grants Adviser at the esteemed Wellcome Trust, showcasing her expertise in managing research grants and funding processes.

Katie's academic background combined with her hands-on experience in research funding make her a valuable asset in the scientific community, and her contributions have significantly impacted advancements in animal research practices and funding allocations.