CSCT - Key Persons
Abdulrahman obtained his Master of Science (MSc) degree in Environmental and Energy Engineering with distinction from The University of Sheffield in 2020, following the successful completion of his Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Civil Engineering from King Saud University in 2018, where he achieved a 2.1 classification. Demonstrating his expertise and dedication, Abdulrahman collaborated with a consortium of 21 partners at Brunel University London, where he gathered and compiled data on two European buildings. He conducted a life cycle analysis (LCA) to estimate their environmental impacts, using SimaPro software and the Ecoinvent database in accordance with internationally recognised standards. Currently, Abdulrahman is pursuing a PhD focused on the sustainability of buildings. His research endeavours revolve around addressing Scope 3 emissions within the construction sector through the utilisation of hybrid life cycle assessment methodologies. Under the supervision of Dr. Stephen Allen and Dr. Aoife Wiberg, he aims to develop a tailored hybrid LCA method for the UK construction industry.
In his leisure time, Abdulrahman enjoys playing football, going to the gym, and engaging in diverse reading.
Abigail graduated from the University of Reading in 2016 with an MChem in Chemistry. She was awarded the faculty prize for best dissertation for her final year project designing and analysing novel bridging ligands for use in molecular electronics. Before university she worked between the UK and South-East Asia as Co-director of an international volunteering company. In her spare time, Abigail volunteers as a medic and search technician with Wiltshire Search and Rescue.
Adam graduated with an MEng in Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath in 2011. This included research into oxygen-scavenging hollow fibres with Dr Semali Perera, and an industrial placement with Infineum. His final projects moved into more sustainable territory with the design of a polylactide (PLA) plant and an environmentally-friendly aerosol. Adam's other interests include playing in rock bands, producing experimental music and fencing.
Adam graduated from Cardiff University in 2020 with an MChem in Chemistry. His interest in greener synthetic methodologies stemmed from his CUROP placement under the supervision of Dr Duncan Browne - an eight-week placement involving in the synthesis and spectroscopic analysis of targeted Knoevenagel products, as part of a novel mechanochemistry study. During his final year project, Adam worked under the supervision of Dr Niklaas Buurma in field of flow automated reaction optimization using in-situ online spectroscopic analysis, which solidified his interest in physical organic chemistry and operando studies.
Outside of chemistry, Adam enjoys reading and writing, the outdoors, exploring new foods, exercising and swimming. Outside of his research, he is also expanding his knowledge of mathematics and coding in Python.
Before coming to Bath, Adam studied Physics at Aberystwyth University. His main research interests involve renewable energy, specifically in dye-sensitized solar cells.
Adam also enjoys many types of sport (normally watching, not playing), and mountain walking.
Job Titles:
- Communications Coordinator of the Centre
Aida de Heras is the Communications Coordinator of the Centre. She manages the outward-facing communications channels and public presence of the Centre, and coordinates training opportunities for students during their time at the CDT.
After gaining her MSc in Science Communication and Public Engagement at the University of Edinburgh, Aida worked in STEM communications and public relations to promote the research outputs of various learned societies. She then went on to learn more about innovation and project management before joining the University of Bath.
Alec graduated from Keele University in 2021 with a first-class Master's Degree in Chemistry with an International Year. His undergraduate career included a year studying at Tokyo Metropolitan University, and a final year research project developing fluorescent metal-organic framework (MOF) materials for chemical sensing applications. His Master's research project under Dr Chris Hawes investigated the role of hydrogen-bonding on the structure and stability of MOFs.
Outside of academia, Alec is an avid tennis player, book reader and enjoyer of long walks in nature.
After completing his Biomedical Engineering Degree in the "Institut Supérieur d'électronique de Paris" (ISEP, Paris), Alex worked as an apprentice engineer in the Thales Defence and Aerospace Department for three years. Having developed an interest in sustainability, he decided to join Bath to continue his postgraduate studies as a PhD working in renewable energy harvesting and sensing applications.
Outside of research, he enjoys playing basketball and electronic music.
Alf graduated from the University of Bath in 2004 with an MEng in Chemical Engineering and embarked on a six year career in oil refining. In this time he developed expertise in crude oil distillation and biodiesel blending and he undertook a nine month placement designing a gas to liquids pilot plant. His research project at the CDT is biomass gasification using fluidised bed technology. Alf is a keen karate student and holds a second dan black belt. He also enjoys travelling, currys and real ale.
Alison graduated from the University of Sussex with an MChem in Chemistry in 2013. Her interest in research developed over two summer placements, first with Professor Geoff Cloke and then in industry at Eli Lilly. Her final year research project with Professor John Spender started with the aim of looking at atom economical routes to 1,4-benzodiazepines but had a slight change of direction. Following graduation, she spent three years working for Infineum UK developing new detergent technologies for engine lubricant applications before deciding to head back to university. Outside of work Alison alternates between running, swimming and cycling but doesn't do triathlons. She shows a casual disregard for recipes in her cooking and is an occasional baker.
Amanda Crowe is the Centre Coordinator of the Centre for Sustainable and Circular Technologies. She assists with the operational aspects of running the Centre, co-ordinating the students' journeys from point of application to graduation. She is also the University of Bath coordinator for the UK Catalysis Hub. Amanda also oversees Professor Matthew Davidson's diary.
Whilst obtaining her MA in Politics at the Catholic University of America, Amanda managed the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department. She then lobbied the U.S. Congress on the importance of emerging defence technologies. Amanda re-joined academia in 2021 by taking up her position at the University of Bath.
Andrew graduated from Imperial College, London with an MSci in Chemistry in 2014. During his final year he carried out a research project investigating mixed metal oxide nanoparticles for use in the production of methanol from carbon dioxide. Whist at Imperial he also took part in a variety of Outreach activities including teaching Chemistry summer schools. In his spare time Andrew enjoys playing the flute and piano as well as rock climbing and hill walking.
Andrew graduated from Strathclyde University in 2022, with a Master's Degree in Chemistry. During his studies, he undertook an industrial placement year abroad, working for Allnex in the Netherlands. For his final year project, Andrew researched new methodology to analyse the interactions between polyamides and double-stranded DNA.
Outside of research, Andrew enjoys watching films, going for walks and gaming.
Andrew graduated in 2012 with a BSc in natural sciences from the University of Bath. His final year project involved chemical vapour deposition to deposit nanoparticulate lead and cadmium sulphides in a polymer matrix and their subsequent characterisation. His interest in sustainability and his excellent experience at Bath meant the CDT was a perfect choice for him. Outside of study he enjoys board games, judo and going to church.
Job Titles:
- Senior Material Scientist
Aneesa graduated with an MChem in 2017. Her thesis discussed the synthesis of a significantly rare spiro [indoline-2,4'-quinoline] system. Through multi-step rearrangements of simple heterocyclic starting materials, to the architecturally complex spirocyclic system. She joined the CSCT to continue with research whilst focusing on her main interest in sustainability. Outside academia she enjoys travelling, hiking, skiing, basically anything that involves the great outdoors.
Anita completed her MSci at Imperial College London in 2022, where her Master's research project focused on finding bio-based plasticisers for regenerated cellulose films under the supervision of Professor Tom Welton. In her first year, she completed a summer internship with Notpla, investigating possible filler components for agar films.
In her spare time, Anita enjoys sailing (but only if it's sunny!), hiking and baking.
Ben did his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath prior to joining the CDT. During this time he interned with a research team investigating the fouling of heat exchangers in oil refineries. Outside academia he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, watching American Football and Rugby League, and drumming.
Ben graduated from the University of Bath in 2020 with a MSc in Chemistry. During his degree he spent a year on placement, studying the physical properties of various plastics to be used as electrical cable coatings. In the final year of his degree, he studied the ability of chromium-based complexes to catalyze the polymerization of olefins with Dr Randolf Kohn. In his spare time, Ben is a keen basketball player as the captain of the University of Bath's basketball team.
Ben graduated from the University of Surrey in 2010 with an MChem (Chemistry). His third year was spent on placement at Holcim in Mons, Belgium working on a method for cement analysis using powder X-ray diffraction. His final year project was undertaken in conjunction with Holcim investigating alternative waste materials for the production of specialist cements. In his spare time he enjoys keeping fit, cooking and socialising.
Ben graduated from the University of Southampton in 2008 with an Msc in Chemistry. His major projects were supramolecular DNA-porphyrin arrays in the pursuit of molecular electronics and bidentate carbene ligands for transition metal catalysts. He has also worked for Sigma Aldrich doing R&D for SAFC Pharma. Ben joined the CDT in 2009 and will be working on biodegradable polymers.
Bethan graduated from Durham University in 2013 with an MPhys in Physics; her final year project investigated the efficiencies of photovoltaic devices. After her studies she volunteered as a Maths Teacher in India before moving to London, working as a Consultant in the Energy Industry. In her spare time Bethan competes in ballroom and latin competitions, runs and bakes cakes.
Bill graduated from the University of Bath in 2013 with a MChem degree for drug discovery. He undertook a placement year at BAT where he investigated the effectiveness of different carbon types on the removal of vapour phase smoke toxicants. During his final year at university he worked on developing potential catalysts for [2+2] ketene alkene cycloadditions. In his spare time Bill likes to play sport and is currently attempting to improve his surfing skills.
Bradley graduated from Loughborough University in 2020, with a Master's Degree in Chemistry. During his studies he undertook an industrial placement year at Lubrizol Additives, working in the Fuels Department. Whilst at Loughborough, during his final year project, Bradley researched dithiolene complexes and their uses in energy harvesting applications, such as in organic solar cells and as water reduction catalysts.
Outside of academia, Bradley enjoys many outdoor sports including cycling, sailing and surfing.
Caitlin graduated from the University of Bristol with an MSci in Chemistry in 2014. Her final project investigated the use of Quantum Dots as glyco nanoprobes. After graduation, she took a year out where she travelled around Oceania, and lived in Berlin to improve her German language skills. During her PhD, she has specialised in advanced oxidation water treatments, specifically photocatalysis. In her spare time, Caitlin enjoys skiing, watching Question Time and the odd board game.
Callum graduated from the University of Glasgow with MSci Chemistry with European placement in 2014. He then did a placement year at Leiden university in the Netherlands on phosphor materials for LED lighting. His MSci project at Glasgow was on single-molecule magnets. In his spare time Callum enjoys mountain biking, gaming and drinking.
Calum graduated with a BSc in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of St Andrews in 2016 and a Masters of Research in Green Chemistry from Imperial College London in 2017. As part of his Master's thesis, Calum successfully synthesised novel monomers for organic photovoltaics and investigated a range of compounds using computational methods.
After graduating, Calum worked for RIMES - a leading financial data management firm - where he was rapidly promoted from a front line analyst to the account team handling the firm's largest client. Calum decided to return to chemistry to investigate how big data can be used to accelerate sustainably driven research and development. Calum's first MRes project with the CSCT successfully used machine learning algorithms to identify high performing materials from large databases and construct quantitative structure property relationships.
In his spare time, Calum enjoys working on his own programming projects and is also studying data analysis and machine learning courses to complement his research interests. Calum also enjoys hanging out with friends after a day in the lab, training in martial arts, and making bad puns whenever the opportunity arises.
Job Titles:
- Ciarán Callaghan Design Engineer
The development of precursors for graphene production with Dr Andrew Johnson, Professor Paul Raithby and Professor Simon Bending - 2nd MRes project
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- Dr Antoine Buchard Whorrod Research Fellow
Dr Stephen Allen Architecture & Civil Engineering Dr Tom Arnot Chemical Engineering Professor Simon Bending Physics Dr Ian Blagbrough Pharmacy & Pharmacology Professor Chris Bowen Mechanical Engineering Dr Lee Bryant Architecture & Civil Engineering Dr Antoine Buchard Chemistry Professor Andrew Burrows Chemistry Professor Petra Cameron Chemistry Dr Bernardo Castro Dominguez Chemical Engineering Professor John Chew Chemical Engineering Professor Chris Chuck Chemical Engineering Dr Alex Cresswell Chemistry Professor Matthew Davidson Chemistry Dr Paul De Bank Pharmacy & Pharmacology Dr Mirella Di Lorenzo Chemical Engineering Professor Tina Düren Chemical Engineering Dr Marianne Ellis Chemical Engineering Dr Emma Emanuelsson-Patterson Chemical Engineering Professor Pedro Estrela Electronic and Electrical Engineering Dr Antonio Jose Exposito Chemical Engineering Professor Edward Feil Biology & Biochemistry Dr Veronica Ferrandiz-Mas Architecture & Civil Engineering Dr Simon Freakley Chemistry Dr Matthew Grayson Chemistry Professor Richard Guy Pharmacy & Pharmacology Dr Will Hawkins Architecture & Civil Engineering Dr Alf Hill Chemical Engineering Professor Michael Hill Chemistry Dr Ulrich Hintermair Chemistry Dr James Hook Mathematical Sciences Professor Stephen Husbands Pharmacy & Pharmacology Professor Saiful Islam Chemistry Professor Tony James Chemistry Professor Toby Jenkins Chemistry Dr Andrew Johnson Chemistry Professor Matthew Jones Chemistry Professor Barbara Kasprzyk-Horden Chemistry Dr Hamideh Khanbareh Mechanical Engineering Dr Thomas Kjeldsen Architecture & Civil Engineering Dr Hannah Leese Chemical Engineering Dr Simon Lewis Chemistry Professor Michael Lewis School of Management Dr David Liptrot Chemistry Dr John Lowe Chemistry Dr Rick Lupton Mechanical Engineering Dr Catherine Lyall Material and Chemical Characterisation Facility Professor Frank Marken Chemistry Dr Uriel Martinez Hernandez Electronic & Electrical Engineering Professor Jody Mason Biology & Biochemistry Professor Davide Mattia Chemical Engineering Professor Tim Mays Chemical Engineering Professor Marcelle McManus Mechanical Engineering Dr Benjamin Morgan Chemistry Dr Alexander O'Malley Chemistry Professor Stephen Parker Chemistry Professor Semali Perera Chemical Engineering Dr Pawel Plucinski Chemical Engineering Professor Gareth Price Chemistry Dr Christopher Pudney Biology & Biochemistry Dr Nuno Reis Chemical Engineering Dr James Roscow Mechanical Engineering Dr Asel Sartbaeva Chemistry Dr Adam Squires Chemistry Professor David Tosh Biology & Biochemistry Professor Alison Walker Physics Dr Ruth Webster Chemistry Dr Paul Whitley Biology & Biochemistry Emeritus Professor Chick Wilson Chemistry Professor Peter Wilson Electronic & Electrical Engineering Professor Daniel Wolverson Physics
A catalytic synthesis of "green" paracetamol from the biorenewable limonene with Dr Steven Bull and Dr Pawel Plucinski - 1st MRes project
Job Titles:
- Ciarán Callaghan Design Engineer
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- Research Associate, University of Bath Bethan Charles Lecturer
Felix Abeln Research Associate, University of Bath Bethan Charles Lecturer in Renewable Energy, University of Bristol Rory Crean Senior Researcher, University of Uppsala Carlos M. Lopez-Alled Environmental Chemistry Consultant, Tragsatec Strachan McCormick Technology Translator, iCAST Leyorla Ohene-Yeboah EDG Engineer, MathWorks Marc Pflieger Senior Scientist, AstraZeneca Isabella Poli Postdoctoral Researcher, Instituto Italiano di Tecnologia Cei Provis-Evans Senior Scientist, CatSci Miriam Regue Science Teacher, Generalitat de Catalunya Daniel Scott Senior Material Scientist, Veranova Maya Singer Hobbs Senior Research Fellow, IPPR Hannah Sullivan Consultant, Capco Caitlin Taylor Net Zero Consultant, ERM Josh Tibbetts Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Bath Serife Ustuner Scientist, Paragraf Maria Weber Market Analysis Manager, Roche
From cellulosic ion conductors to ionic devices with Professor Frank Marken and Professor Janet Scott - 2nd MRes project
Job Titles:
- Application Engineer, Atotech Group Alexandra Chittenden Cohort
Ibrahim Ahmet Application Engineer, Atotech Group Alexandra Chittenden Cohort 2011 Emily Hayward (née Holt) Production Chemist, Shell Adam Jackson Computational Scientist, STFC Helen Lomax Technologist, Infineum William Mahy Senior Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry, MSD Harriet Manning Senior Submissions Editor, BMC Springer Nature David Miles Head of Vehicle Environmental Standards Team, UK Department for Transport Heather Miles (nee Parker) Lead Product Manager, Kin + Carta Europe Adam Pockett Solar Cell Engineer, MicroLink Devices UK James Tyson Freelance Medical Writer, Watershed Health Communications Fraeya Whiffin Managing Director, Technische Universität Berlin Stephen Wood Senior Technical Consultant, Actica Consulting
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- Tamsin Bell Research Scientist
Improving the physical properties of biodegradable polymers with Professor Matthew Davidson - 1st MRes project
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- Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate
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- Senior LCA Analyst, Anthesis Jan Gröls PDRA, Novartis AG Matthew Wilkinson Machine Learning Engineer, IgnotaLabs
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- Programme Officer, Awards & Prizes, Royal Society
Ria Atri Programme Officer, Awards & Prizes, Royal Society of Chemistry Robert Baker Research Technician, University of Bath Martyn Bennett Scientist, Oxgene Elizabeth Bevon Cohort 2016 Vicky De Groof Chief Technology Officer, Holiferm Oriol Escursell International Technician, Institut Català de l'Energia Stefanie Federle Chief Scientific Officer, Kelpi Jinghui Liang (Helen) Chief Scientific Officer, LabCycle Jessica Pinheiro de Lucena-Thomas Manufacturing Engineer, Molecular Devices Alison Ryder Senior Consultant, BTS Natalie Sims Environmental Policy Consultant, WSP Megan Stalker Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Bath Matthew Surman Senior Process Engineer, ASM Emily Taylor Trainee Patent Attorney, Albright IP Limited Isabel Thomlinson Technology Translator, iCAST Liam Wrigley Cohort 2016 Garyfalia Zoumpouli Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Bath
Job Titles:
- Tamsin Bell Research Scientist