Andrew Callander

Andrew Callander is a Research Fellow in the Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry at the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom. His work bridges materials science and sustainable energy technologies, focusing on the development of eco-friendly, high-performance materials for flexible supercapacitors.

His research interests include:

• Recycling of waste plastics (e.g., PET face shields) into functional electrode materials
• Conversion of biomass (e.g., hazelnut shells) into graphene-like activated carbon
• Development of scalable fabrication techniques like slot-die coating
• Applications in flexible and wearable energy storage devices

His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to responsible consumption, clean energy, and climate action.

The recent articles highlight a strong trend in sustainable energy materials, particularly valorizing waste streams for high-value electrochemical applications. His research integrates green chemistry, nanomaterial engineering, and device fabrication to address global challenges in energy and environmental sustainability.

While no scientific awards are currently listed, his publications have garnered significant attention, with over 20 citations on Scopus and broad readership across research platforms.

Andrew Callander completed his doctoral research under the supervision of Professors Karen Faulds and Duncan Graham. He actively collaborates with researchers across disciplines, contributing to advancements in spectroscopy and energy materials. No grant details or student supervision roles are publicly listed at this time.

His work is associated with advanced research in sustainable electrode materials and forms a unique fingerprint in areas such as activated carbon, graphene, supercapacitors, and plastic recycling, reflecting a strong commitment to circular economy principles in materials engineering.