Our definition of a scientist
A scientist is someone who systematically gathers and uses research and evidence, making a hypothesis and testing it, to gain and share understanding and knowledge.
A scientist can be further defined by:
- how they go about this, for instance by use of statistics (Statisticians) or data (Data scientists)
- what they’re seeking understanding of, for instance the elements in the universe (Chemists, Geologists etc), or the stars in the sky (Astronomers)
- where they apply their science, for instance in the food industry (Food Scientist)
However all scientists are united by their relentless curiosity and systematic approach to assuaging it.
If you would like to comment on this definition, you can do so in the original blogpost by our Chief Executive, Belinda Phipps.