Andy Wells

Andy Wells started his scientific journey as an industrial analytical chemist, moving into the synthesis of organophosphorus ligands and novel organometallics for his PhD, then into the synthesis of pharmaceuticals. He has worked both within industry and in the consulting business, and collaborated with a number of leaders in green chemistry and sustainable manufacturing looking to bring new medicines to patients whilst minimizing any environmental impact. Commenting on changing attitudes to green chemistry, Andy says, “When I finished my PhD in 1985, green chemistry as a concept was unheard of, moving to a quirky and niche area in the mid-1990’s, and now business-as-usual for several big pharma companies.”