Chris Macdonald is a scientist, entrepreneur and author. He serves as a Laboratory Director and Fellow at the University of Cambridge, as well as a Fellow at the Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability. His research has received extensive coverage in mainstream media outlets. Macdonald founded the online platform Virtual Reality Public Speaking, which offers free therapeutic treatment and resources for individuals with speech anxiety. He is also the author of Operation Sustainable Human, a book analysing high-impact solutions to climate change. In recognition of his contributions to science and innovation, Macdonald was named a recipient of the UK 40 Under 40 Award in the Science and Innovation category. References