Fiona Rayment

Dr. Fiona Rayment, President of the Nuclear Institute, is a chemist and engineer influencing nuclear policy in the UK and beyond. She shares her childhood memories of energy insecurity that sparked her passion for nuclear science. Fiona discusses the evolving perception of nuclear energy as key to carbon neutrality, tackles concerns over nuclear waste, and highlights its potential in cancer treatment and space travel. She also emphasizes the importance of gender diversity and staying connected to the science to keep her passion alive.