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The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is Scotland's premier independent marine science organisation generating new knowledge for the benefit of the marine environment and society since 1884.
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Our science works for a greater understanding of ocean systems, improved predictions of coastal futures and a sustainable ocean-based economy.
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150 students study full-time at 91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµon programmes lasting between 1 and 4 years.
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We are helping business succeed in a productive ocean environment offering bespoke consultancy, training, conference and research facilities, and rental space in our business incubator.
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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµGovernance

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Keir Ashton

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2024 -

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Gillian Bruton BAcc CA

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Trustee 2025-28

Adam Christie

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2023 -

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Jessica Craven

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Trustee 2025-28

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Laura Dance

Trustee and Chair of Communications & Engagement Committee

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2024 -

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Eric Hollanders

Trustee and Chair of Finance Committee

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2022 - 2025, 2025 - 2028

Chair of Finance Committee

Alun Williams pictured near the sea wearing a blue shirt

Dr Ian Jardine OBE

Trustee and Chair of Audit Committee

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2023 -

Dr Louise Ledgard

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2024 -

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Dr Joseph Maguire

Non-Trustee Board Member

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Non-trustee Board member since December 2024

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Professor Colin Moffat

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Trustee 2021 -

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Dr Stuart Monro

Trustee 2025 - 2028 Chair of 91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµBoard

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Chair

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Hugh Raven

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Trustee 2024 -

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Professor Richard Waites

Trustee and Chair of Education Committee

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Trustee 2021-24, 2024-27

Dr Douglas Wallace

Trustee and Chair of Research Committee

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91¾«Æ·ÊÓÆµTrustee 2023 -

Alun Williams

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