Tim Somervaille, Senior Group Leader at the CRUK Manchester Institute, has made transformational contributions to the understanding and treatment of blood cancer. His scientific discoveries and clinical translation have enabled his leadership of interdisciplinary international partnerships. These have been models of team science in action, bringing together diverse individuals from a wide range of disciplines such as biologists, chemists, clinicians, nurses, industry colleagues and patients - to efficiently and effectively deliver impactful, transformative outcomes. His career demonstrates a commitment not only to excellence in science, but to its responsible and compassionate application for the public good.