is a scientist based at Harper Adams University. He is a Professor of Soil Ecology and has more than 15 years’ experience in soil ecological research. He has published >30 papers and numerous scientific and policy reports. His research focuses on ecosystem function and in particular how soil organisms drive processes and functions across a range of scales, from local to global, with the aim of increasing the sustainability of our use of soils. Simon is supporting the soil science elements of the Earth Rover Program.