The Research Team

Several prominent members of the design & technology community act as research officers for the project. You may have met them at the annual Design & Technology Show at the NEC. They each have particular areas of expertise. If you have a query and you think they can help Contact Us at the curriculum centre.

Dr Marion Rutland

Marion recently achieved her PhD through the study of creativity in design & technology at Key Stage 3. She is also an expert in Food Technology.

Jon Parker

Recently retired from NIAS, Jon has many years experience as an adviser and inspector. His is an expert on teaching design through experience with materials.

Torben Steeg

Torben is an honary research fellow at the University of Manchester and independent consultant. He is an acknowledged expert in the areas of electronics, systems and control.

James Pitt

James is a research fellow at the University of York Manchester and independent consultant. He is an acknowledged expert in the area of education for sustainable development.

Nick Givens

Nick lectures in education at Exeter University and has particular expertise in mechanical engineering and values education