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New Scientist - Professor Ajai Mansingh
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Professor Ajai Mansingh was a zoologist who studied insects (entomology), and whose research and teaching focused particularly on insect physiology, and integrated pest and pesticide management. His work emphasized the management and suppression of pest populations through integrated approaches, including the judicious use of pesticides to minimize their potential negative effects on the environment. He lectured and conducted research in the Department of Life Sciences at The University of the West Indies, Mona, from 1973 for approximately 30 years before retiring. Following his retirement, he became the first Executive Director of the Natural Products Institute at UWI, where he contributed to the development of research and initiatives focused on natural products. He also helped to establish the International Society for the Development of Natural Products and served as its Founding President and subsequently as President Emeritus. Professor Mansingh's research interests extended beyond pest management to include environmental contamination, particularly studies of insecticide contamination of Jamaica's rivers and coastal waters, as well as the identification and evaluation of plants with pesticidal potential. His personal interest in the history of his adopted homeland led him to author Home Away From Home – 150 Years of Indian Presence in Jamaica. Professor Ajai Mansingh was a key figure in interfaith dialogue and Indo-Jamaican heritage in Jamaica. On October 2, 1992, he helped found the Jamaica Council for Interfaith Fellowship serving as its secretary for over 15 years to unite Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Bahá'í, and Rastafarian communities
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New Scientist - Mr. Adrian Dunkley
Jul 30, 2026

Adrian Dunkley is a Jamaican physicist, artificial intelligence (AI) researcher, entrepreneur, and technology leader. He is best known as the founder of StarApple AI, which has been described as the Caribbean’s first AI company, and he has worked on projects that use data and AI to solve real-world problems in areas such as finance, climate science, education, and public safety. Mr. Dunkley earned his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mathematics and Physics from The University of the West Indies, Mona in 2009 and did courses in economics as well. After completing his first degree, Mr. Dunkley worked in the Physics Department and on projects as a Machine Learning Engineer, developing models for climate change, public safety on roads, marketing mix, credit risk and fraud detection systems. He went on to implement consultancies for several financial institutions before starting StarApple AI in 2019. He has gone on to establish other companies including most recently Maestro AI Labs which builds the infrastructure and data assets that power AI across industries. He is al so involved with the Climate Studies Group in the Department of Physics at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, where his research explores how AI can be used to improve climate modelling and help Caribbean countries prepare for hurricanes and other environmental challenges. A life-long learner, Mr. Dunkley has earned two Master of Science (M.Sc.) degrees, one in Enterprise Risk Management from The University of the West Indies, Mona (2014) and the other in Financial Engineering from WorldQuant University (2020). He is currently working on a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree from the University of Sunderland, UK studying physics-informed AI systems for Quality-of-Life optimization. Adrian Dunkley serves on several Boards and volunteer organization. Hehas received recognition for his contributions to science, technology, and innovation. Including, the Caribbean AI Innovator of the Year, the AWS Activate AI Award, and EY Entrepreneur of the Year and in July, 2026, The UWI Mona – Faculty of Science and Technology Alumni Excellence Rising Star Award.
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New Scientist - Mr. Andrew Long
Jul 30, 2026

Andrew Long is a Jamaican actuary and business leader who currently serves as the Managing Director at Willis Towers Watson in the United Kingdom, a company with whom he has worked for the last 25 years. He specializes in pension risk management and helps organizations make important financial decisions for the future. Long is a graduate of the Wolmer’s School for Boys and earned his Bachelors (B.Sc.) degree at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, where he studied Mathematics and Computer Science. He later continued his professional education at City University London, where he earned a Masters (M.Sc.) degree in actuarial studies. With these qualifications and further studies, he eventually became a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA). Throughout his career, he has worked in the actuarial and financial services fields, applying advanced mathematics, statistics, and technology to assess risk and develop solutions for complex financial challenges. [uk.linkedin.com], [sta.uwi.edu] Beyond his professional work, Andrew Long is passionate about helping young people succeed in mathematics and actuarial science. Along with Norbert Fullerton, he co-founded the IFoA Fullerton-Long Caribbean Scholarship, which supports talented students studying Actuarial Science at UWI campuses in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago. In 2026, Long and Fullerton were awarded The UWI Mona – Faculty of Science and Technology Alumni Excellence - Philanthropy Award.
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New Scientist - Mr. Norbert Fullerton
Jul 30, 2026

Norbert Fullerton is a Jamaican-born actuary and investment leader whose career shows how a love for numbers can open doors around the world. He currently serves as Head of Institutional Client Strategy for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at Janus Henderson Investors in the United Kingdom, where he helps large organizations make important long-term investment decisions. Fullerton’s secondary level education was at Campion College with Sixth form at Wolmer’s High School for Boys. At the tertiary level, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona where he was involved in a range of extra-curricula activities including table tennis. After working as a software engineer at Fujitsu-ICL, Jamaica he won a prestigious Commonwealth Scholarship that allowed him to pursue a Master’s degree in Actuarial Science at City, University of London. He later qualified as a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) and went on to hold senior leadership positions in investment consulting and asset management. In addition to his professional achievements, Fullerton is passionate about helping young people succeed in STEM-related fields. With his friend and colleague, Andrew Long has supported mathematics and actuarial sciences students and co-founded the IFoA Fullerton-Long Actuarial Futures programme, which has supported talented Caribbean students pursuing actuarial studies, including at The UWI. In 2026, Fullerton and Long were awarded The UWI Mona – Faculty of Science and Technology Alumni Excellence - Philanthropy Award.
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New Scientist - Dr. Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie
Jul 30, 2026

Dr. Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie is a geographer and environmental scientist who advocates for the protection of nature and promotion sustainable economic development. She is currently the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET), one of Jamaica’s leading environmental, non-government organizations (NGO). Dr. Rodriguez-Moodie is a graduate of Holy Childhood High School. Her tertiary academic journey started when she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Geography from The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona. After working for a few years with an environmental consultancy – Environmental Solutions Ltd. she returned to The UWI, Mona and earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geography with her research on coastal landforms at the Yallahs River Delta/Albion Ponds, St. Thomas and the processes that have shaped them over geologic time and with climatic changes. She has also completed training in project management at The UWI Mona. Whilst working on her Ph.D. she worked at The UWI, Mona as a tutor and assistant lecturer. On completion of her Ph.D. she re-joined Environmental Solutions Ltd. where she worked for over 7 years on consultancies including environmental impact assessments, hazard analysis and other projects in Jamaica and across the Caribbean, before being appointed to the position of CEO at JET in 2021. In this role, she leads projects and advocacy efforts aimed at protecting the country’s natural resources, improving environmental awareness and supporting public health.
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