Women in Science 2006/7 March 6, 2007

Professor Jane Plant is one of the world's leading geochemists, and was chief scientist of the British Geological Survey (BGS) from 2000 to 2005, as well as Professor of Geochemistry at Imperial College, London.

Alongside her permnent BGS position, Jane has held other senior posts, including: Chief Scientist, Head of Geoscience Resources and Facilities Directorate 2000-2002; Professor of Geochemistry, Imperial College London; and Vice President,Middleton Exploration during a sabbatical year in 1988-89