Ian Piper

Dr. Ian Piper serves as an Associate Professor in Pharmacology at Kingston University within the Department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry. He concurrently leads the Foundation Year in Science program and manages a team of Foundation Lecturers and Post Graduate Assistants focused on foundational science education delivery.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Pharmacology, University of Manchester (1988-1992)
• BSc (Hons) Applied Biology with Sandwich Placement, North East London Polytechnic (1984-1988)

Dr. Piper's research and teaching expertise spans Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, and Biological Sciences, with emphasis on foundational science education within Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences. His work integrates curriculum development for undergraduate programs including Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science, and Pharmacology BSc degrees.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards documented in provided materials

As Course Director for the Science Foundation Year and Head of Foundation Science, he oversees collaborative partnerships, faculty-based roles, and team management for foundational education. His leadership extends to managing lecturer and postgraduate assistant resources for course delivery.

He directs the Foundation Science team comprising specialized lecturers and postgraduate assistants, dedicated to developing and implementing the Foundation Year curriculum within Kingston's School of Life Sciences extended degree pathways.