Honorary staff

Professor Lynne Cameron is Professor of Applied Linguistics at the Open University and ESRC Global Uncertainties Research Fellow. Her current project under this programme is ‘Living with Uncertainty: Metaphor and the dynamics of empathy”, which is constructing a new model of empathy in dialogue and interaction, using findings from empirical studies in UK, USA, and Brazil.

Catherine is an Honorary Professor of Public Policy, with a specific interest in urban governance and public policy.

 

Sir Stephen Hillier has, since 1 August 2020, been the Chair of the Civil Aviation Authority, the UK’s independent aviation and space regulator, responsible for the safety, security and consumer interests of those who fly, and those affected on the ground below.  He is also Chair and Board member of a number of other organisations, including various charities.

Previously, he had a ...

Geoffrey Allen Pigman is a senior strategic advisor and thought leader in diplomacy and global political economy, focusing on diplomacy of international trade and international sport, with an extensive record of publications, teaching, training, and curriculum development.  He heads a US-based global strategy and policy consulting practice.  He is an associate researcher in Lausanne ...

Dr John Watson is a lecturer and consultant in international development policy and projects within the Department of International Development.