Rate My Professor Emily Paremain

Dr. Emily Paremain is an experienced Programme and Innovation Manager specializing in higher education and research funding at the University of Exeter. Her academic background includes a BSc (Hons) in Biosciences from the University of Exeter (1994-1997), a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Leeds (1997-2001), and an MBA from Henley Business School, University of Reading (2006-2009). Following her doctoral research in biological sciences, she transitioned into management roles, leveraging her scientific expertise alongside business skills.

Currently, Dr. Paremain holds the position of Research Network Management Lead and Network Manager for the SPIN Dementia Network Plus (SPIN-D), a UKRI-funded initiative hosted by the University of Exeter. In this capacity, she oversees programme management, connecting researchers, individuals with lived experience, and stakeholders to advance dementia prevention research, reduce dementia risk factors, and improve support for those affected. She has contributed to public engagement efforts, including co-hosting an informational stall at the Kernow Health Dementia Conference in Wadebridge, Cornwall, during Dementia Action Week, alongside Dr. Joanna L'Heureux. Previously, she served as Institute Manager for the Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (IDSAI) at the University of Exeter, where she promoted collaborations between the university and local businesses on data science and AI opportunities, supported events such as EnigmaAI, and facilitated seedcorn projects and internships through the Turing Internship Network. Earlier, as Project Manager for the Institute of Coding, she launched intensive training programmes for aspiring coders, emphasizing STEM skills central to the UK government's Industrial Strategy.

Dr. Paremain has provided essential technical support for research outputs, including assistance in building the Diametrics web tool—a user-friendly platform for custom analysis of continuous glucose monitoring data, acknowledged in a 2024 publication. She has also been involved in science communication as part of the Pint of Science Exeter team, organizing public talks on topics like the body and technology. Her career in research strategy, development, and management has supported interdisciplinary efforts across health, data science, AI, and innovation, contributing to the University of Exeter's broader research ecosystem.