David spent over 35 years’ as a leading plant scientist worked in universities in both the US and UK. He is an elected fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.

David has now stepped back from being an active full-time university researcher. He is a potter, and produces work at SaltMud Pottery. He is a co-Founder and Chief Scientific Advisor for NuKoKo, and the Chair and a Trustee of the Williamson Trust. He is also a keen runner.


NuKoKo - Co-Founder



NuKoKo is an amazing cocoa-free chocolate harness the power of the fava bean to create a low carbon, low sugar, high protein planet-saving super treat! This tastes like chocolate and looks like chocolate in every way, and it is completely natural with no additives or nasties. Visit their website for more information.