Brian Prince
About Brian Prince
Brian Prince is a Managing Scientist at Exponent, specializing in regulatory efficacy and leading a team of specialists in Plant Protection Products and Biocides. He has extensive experience in risk assessments and regulatory submissions across multiple continents.
Work at Exponent
Brian Prince has been employed at Exponent since 2007, serving as the Managing Scientist for Regulatory Efficacy and GEP Lead. In this role, he leads a team of Regulatory Efficacy Specialists who focus on Plant Protection Products and Biocides. His responsibilities include preparing efficacy dossiers for regulatory submissions across various regions, including Europe, Africa, Australasia, South America, and the USA. His expertise contributes to the development of strategies that ensure compliance with regulatory standards in multiple jurisdictions.
Education and Expertise
Brian Prince studied Agricultural Science (Crops) at the University of Leeds, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours degree from 1981 to 1984. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in agricultural sciences, which he applies in his current role. He specializes in high-level risk assessments in areas such as environmental fate and behavior, ecotoxicology, toxicology, operator exposure, consumer exposure, chemistry, and efficacy.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Brian Prince worked at Dow AgroSciences as a Field Trials Officer from 1987 to 1992. During his five years in this position, he operated in the Worcester and Kidderminster areas. His experience in field trials provided him with practical insights into agricultural practices and regulatory requirements, which he has carried into his current role in regulatory efficacy.
Achievements
In his current position, Brian Prince prepares efficacy dossiers for regulatory submissions and consults as an evaluator of biocide efficacy dossiers for EU Competent Authorities. His work involves ensuring that products meet the necessary efficacy standards before they can be approved for use in various markets. His leadership in regulatory efficacy has positioned him as a key figure in the field of agricultural science and product compliance.