External Advisory Board (EAB) – Terms of Reference

External Advisory Board (EAB)

Chaired by an international leader in catalysis, with membership comprising leading international experts. Meets annually (virtual/hybrid), typically following submission of the Hub annual report.

Terms of Reference

The External Advisory Board (EAB) of the UK Catalysis Hub Phase III will:

  • Provide independent, international perspective on the Hub’s research portfolio and strategy;
  • Evaluate the scientific quality, ambition, and global positioning of the Hub’s activities;
  • Review the annual report, progress, outputs and outcomes of the Hub;
  • Advise on emerging international trends, opportunities, and challenges in catalysis;
  • Support benchmarking of the Hub against international best practice and comparable initiatives;
  • Provide strategic advice to enhance the Hub’s global visibility, partnerships, and impact;
  • Offer independent feedback to the Management Group to support continuous improvement.

Conduct

Meetings of the Hub EAB shall be conducted as follows:

  • The EAB will be established for the duration of the Hub (EPSRC grant period plus 3 months);
  • The EAB Chair (or nominee) will chair all meetings;
  • The EAB will meet annually, typically aligned with the Hub annual reporting cycle;
  • Meetings may be held virtually, hybrid, or in person;
  • Administrative support will be provided by the Hub Manager;
  • A meeting shall be quorate when at least two-thirds of members are present, including the Chair (or nominee) and the Hub Director or Deputy Director;
  • The Hub Director, Deputy Director and relevant MG members may attend meetings;
  • Members will not be remunerated and will normally bear their own costs of attendance.
     

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Membership

EAB members will:

  • Be internationally recognised experts in catalysis or related disciplines;
  • Be appointed by the Management Group, reflecting global leadership and diversity of expertise ;
  • Serve for the duration of the Hub, with periodic refresh to maintain relevance and breadth;
  • Provide independent and objective advice, free from conflicts of interest;
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest in advance of meetings;
  • Maintain confidentiality of discussions and materials;
  • Act in good faith and contribute constructively to the Hub’s development.