Speaker Group: The Cutting Edge.

Throughout my career I have amassed expertise in a multitude of research disciplines including organic synthesis/materials design, photophysical analysis, and molecule–surface interactions. I obtained a First Class MChem degree from The University of York (2010). I then completed a PhD with Prof. Fairlamb developing light-activated therapeutic carbon monoxide-releasing molecules. As a PDRA with Prof. Bryce… Read more »

Rosa Arrigo is Associate Professor in Inorganic Chemistry at Salford University and honorary scientist at Diamond Light Source. She obtained a MSc in Industrial chemistry at the University of Messina, and a PhD in Natural Science at TU Berlin. Following a FHI-postdoctoral fellowship, she was group leader at MPI-CEC, contributing pioneering work on interfacial spectroscopy… Read more »

James is a researcher at the Welsh Centre for Printing and Coating based in Swansea University and is the inventor behind the recyclable silver conductive ink technology. James’ background is in the formulation of novel materials for printing and in the rheological measurement of process materials. He has been the leading researcher on projects including… Read more »

Challenges around sustainability, energy-efficiency, robustness, etc. hinder the practical use of superhydrophobic surfaces and liquid-repellent coatings in general. Here we will present new insights from interfacial nanoengineering alongside their promise to address the challenges in healthcare and the net zero aspirations in infrastructure resilience, built environment and transport sectors. For example, performance of emergent coatings… Read more »

Jake is a PhD student in the M2A Coated PhD program, an EPSRC and industry funded Centre for Doctoral Training in the area of functional coatings and durability. He works under the supervision of Dr. Ian Mabbett, and Dr. Francisco Martin-Martinez (second supervisor).

Reza Nekouie Esfahani has >8 years’ experience in laser applications development for a wide variety of industries including 3D printing of electronics, electrification ad net-zero automotive, and energy both in academia and Industry. Reza is currently a Senior Research Engineer at the MTC where he is responsible for laser surface engineering leadership, roadmap, proposal writing… Read more »

Radiative cooling, the natural thermoregulation process responsible for maintaining the Earth’s temperature balance, , is emerging as a sustainable, electricity-free solution to combat building overheating. In my talk, I will delve into the fundamentals of radiative cooling, showcase the latest advancements in radiative cooling coatings and paints, and explore the challenges and opportunities that lie… Read more »