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Richard tells us about his interest in volunteering, ethics and that he regards research applications as a puzzle, making it an enjoyable pastime |
- Tell us about your role at ACE
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Along with my colleagues in the group, we critique research applications from researchers looking especially at the lay summary for acronyms/big medical words and ease of phrasing to the ear. We also talk with the researchers about their projects.
- Tell us a bit about your background and what you do now
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A retired ship captain, I occupy my time with volunteering at both universities (RGU and the University of Aberdeen), the Rowett Institute and NHS Grampian. Being a Patient Partner is my main love. I’ve taken an interest also in ethics and joined the main North of Scotland Ethics Committee as well as two other ethics panels.
- What is your favourite thing about your role in ACE?
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I enjoy the group work and camaraderie among the volunteers. I do crosswords, sudoku and puzzles, so I regard looking at research applications as a puzzle, making it an enjoyable pastime.
- How do you usually start your day?
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Slowly
- How do you relax?
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Walking, reading and campaigning to save our local St Fittick's Park, cooking curries, watching TV and puzzling.
- What was the last thing you posted on your social media profiles?
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I'm not a great fan of social media. It was probably something related to saving St Fittick's Park.