Pete M.
Communicating Complex Ideas To Specific Readers & Audiences
Professional Value
Pete helps university researchers and academics communicate complex findings to target journals, grant funders and live audiences. He has authored 16 books and trained scholars to secure competitive grants and publish in high‑impact journals, delivering practical writing and presentation skills that fit busy research schedules. He works primarily with research institutions in the UK and Europe.
Selected Clients
Executive Profile
Pete acts as a consultant and delivers courses at many of the world's leading universities. His core skill is enabling people involved in research projects to present their work and ideas to specific audiences.
The course range includes days that consider issues like:
- Writing academic papers that aim to be published in target journals,
- Preparing grant applications that meet the funder's needs while presenting the author's ideas,
- Compiling a PhD thesis, with a particular focus on preparing to write at the same time as completing the research phase, and
- Speaking in front of academic audiences.
Pete's background includes a PhD in Fetal Physiology, with a post-doctoral career at University College London. Over the past 20 years, he has authored 16 books, appeared on radio and TV, spoken to audiences ranging from 5 to 5,000, acted as a consultant to various academic publishing companies, advised senior academic staff on how to approach specific communication challenges, and contributed to many of the UK's leading newspapers and scientific press.
Pete is a:
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
- Member of The Physiological Society
- Member of the British Association of Science Writers
- Member of the Medical Journalist's Association
Current UK clients include:
- University College London
- King's College London
- University of Bristol
- University of Exeter
- University of Swansea
- University of Cardiff
- University of Reading
- University of Liverpool
- National Institute for Medical Research
- National Institute for Health Research
Current non-UK clients include:
- University of Munich
- Ludwig-Maximilians University, Munich
- International Max Planck Research School, Munich
- International Max Planck Research School, Tuebingen
- University of Luxembourg
Core Competencies
Softskills Development
Pete develops soft skills in individuals through his courses, enabling them to create effective documents while managing busy lives.
He utilizes his expertise in writing and speaking to guide participants.
His approach focuses on practical skills development.
Presentation Skills
Pete provides presentation skills training, leveraging his experience in academic conferences and public speaking.
His goal is to enable presenters to feel at ease, allowing them to focus on their message rather than their own presence.
He offers guidance on effective communication techniques.