Making Advanced ICP-MS More Accessible With Geoff Winkett

Rhianna-lily graduated from the University of East Anglia with a BSc in biomedicine and completed her MSc by Research in microbiology at the Quadram Institute Bioscience in 2023. Her research primarily focused on the gut microbiome in pregnant women throughout gestation. During her MSc, she developed a passion for science communication and later joined Technology Networks as a Science Writer and Editor, where she works with the news team to cover the latest breaking news and produce Teach Me in 10 videos.

Geoff Winkett is General Manager and Vice President of the Spectroscopy and Vacuum Division at Agilent Technologies, where he leads a global business unit spanning R&D, manufacturing, and sales of analytical equipment for the pharmaceutical, environmental, advanced materials, and academic markets. With over 33 years at Agilent and Hewlett-Packard, Geoff built the foundation of his career in operational finance, holding senior positions including Financial Controller and Worldwide Division Controller for Spectroscopy Solutions before transitioning into general management. He previously served as General Manager/Vice President of Molecular Spectroscopy, overseeing innovations in UV-Vis, FTIR, and Raman spectroscopy technologies used across industries from pharmaceutical packaging analysis to airport security screening.

Laura holds a BSc in Zoology from Queen Mary University of London, an MSc in Palaeoanthropology from UCL, and a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Royal Holloway, University of London. Her academic journey has been fueled by a broad interest in the life sciences and a passion for making complex science accessible to diverse audiences. Before joining Technology Networks in 2025, she gained experience across several areas of science communication, including e-learning, external communications, and science writing. Her work has focused on translating technical research into engaging, understandable content tailored for both specialist and general audiences. As a Scientific Content Producer for custom video content at Technology Networks, Laura is particularly interested in bridging the gap between scientific discovery and public engagement through creative storytelling. Her work aims to support scientific literacy while highlighting the real-world impact of research and innovation.