Danielle George

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Danielle George is a Professor of Radio Frequency Engineering at the University of Manchester and Chief Scientific Adviser for National Security, a role she took up in April 2025.

In her government position Danielle provides independent scientific advice on national security and works across departments to support the use of science and technology in the UK’s intelligence community.

Her academic work focuses on microwave and radio-frequency engineering, especially the development of ultra‑low‑noise receivers used in space and aerospace projects, such as the Square Kilometre Array and ALMA telescopes.

Danielle began her career at Jodrell Bank Observatory before moving into academia, becoming a professor in 2014. She is also a prominent science communicator, known for presenting the Royal Institution of Great Britain’s Christmas Lectures and promoting STEM careers. She has previously served as President of the Institution of Engineering and Technology.