Professor Qasim Chaudhry
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Qasim is a visiting Professor at the University of Chester. His academic background is in chemistry and biochemical toxicology, with expertise in leading research into health and environmental safety of food and non-food consumer products.
His scientific career spans over 35 years, including 25 years at the UK’s Food and Environment Research Agency (Fera).
As an independent scientific Expert, he provides advice to the European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) for risk assessment of chemicals and nanomaterials in cosmetics; and various working groups of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Prof Chaudhry's appointment as a member of the COT expires on 31st March 2028.
An up-to-date record of member interests can be found on the Register of Interests page.