Queen’s academic appointed to UK Government Evaluation and Trial Advice Panel
Dr Adewale Adenuga from the School of Biological Sciences has been appointed to the UK Government’s Evaluation and Trial Advice Panel (ETAP), an advisory group supporting the design and delivery of robust policy evaluations across government.
The is hosted by the Cabinet Office as part of the , a joint initiative with HM Treasury that promotes the use of robust evidence in government decision-making. Bringing together experts from academia, government and external organisations, the panel supports in designing and delivering robust evaluations and trials to improve policy effectiveness and public spending outcomes.
Dr Adenuga joins the panel in March 2026 for an initial two-year term, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The appointment reflects his expertise in quantitative impact evaluation and behavioural policy analysis, particularly in environmental and agricultural systems.
Commenting on the appointment, Dr Adenuga said:
“I am honoured to be appointed to the Evaluation and Trial Advice Panel and to contribute to strengthening the use of rigorous evidence in government decision-making. This role provides an important opportunity to support the design of high-quality evaluations that can improve policy effectiveness and ensure public resources are used to deliver meaningful outcomes for society.”
Professor Nigel Scollan, Head of School, added:
“Dr Adenuga’s appointment reflects his strong track record in delivering rigorous, policy-relevant research. His expertise in evaluation and behavioural insights will be highly valuable in advancing evidence-informed policymaking at the national level.”
