Charlotte Hancox

Charlotte Hancox is a Departmental Lecturer in Practical Chemistry at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Chemistry Teaching Laboratories (CTL). She serves as the EDI representative for the CTL, advocating for equitable teaching practices. Her academic journey includes an undergraduate degree in Natural Science (Chemistry) from the Open University, followed by a DPhil at the University of Oxford under the Vincent Group. Her doctoral research focused on leveraging biological half-reactions for organic synthesis, supported by an iCASE studentship with Johnson Matthey as her industrial collaborator.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Natural Science (Chemistry), Open University
• DPhil in Chemistry, University of Oxford (Vincent Group)

Research Interests: Charlotte's research bridges practical chemistry education and advanced chemical synthesis. She specializes in inorganic chemistry and electrochemistry, particularly in recycling and separations technologies for lithium-ion devices, as evidenced by her work on the ALICE project. Her educational focus emphasizes inclusive pedagogical strategies to enhance accessibility in STEM laboratories. She actively contributes to the development of hands-on chemistry curricula that cater to diverse learning needs.

Advising & Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, her role involves mentoring students through practical laboratory sessions and promoting educational equity. She collaborates with Johnson Matthey, her industrial partner during her DPhil, potentially indicating ongoing research ties.

Labs/Teams: Charlotte is based in the Chemistry Teaching Laboratories (CTL) at the University of Oxford, a facility dedicated to undergraduate and postgraduate practical training in chemistry. She works closely with the Vincent Group and the CTL team to integrate innovative teaching methods with cutting-edge research.