Dr Claire Tupling is a sociologist. Having worked as a senior lecturer in a number of universities she now works for the exam board AQA as a Research and Development Manager where she supports research in educational assessment. She is also a visiting lecturer with the University of Buckingham, supervising students on the EdD programme. Dr Tupling is an active advocate for stammering inclusion, volunteering with the charity STAMMA in supporting inclusive practices for staff and students who stammer as they navigate higher education.