Pallavi Banerjee, Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Exeter, is a distinguished educational researcher, dedicated to equity and policy impact, leveraging advanced research to enhance educational outcomes for disadvantaged children and young people. Presently on secondment to the Department for Education (ESRC-funded), her efforts are pivotal in bridging the divide between educational research and policymaking. Her expertise encompasses conducting comprehensive evaluations, analysing linked longitudinal administrative datasets, and synthesising evidence to shape effective educational strategies. She has led numerous high-profile research projects, funded by notable bodies such as UKRI (ESRC), Research England and the Office for Students, highlighting her unwavering commitment to evidence-based policy development and her dedication to fostering/creating equitable educational opportunities.