Ian Bull

Professor Ian Bull is a Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the School of Chemistry, University of Bristol. He holds a B.Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Bristol.

His research focuses on applying analytical chemistry to study complex natural systems, particularly soil, to address challenges like carbon sequestration, nutrient cycling, pollution mitigation, and climate change. His expertise includes chromatography-mass spectrometry, biomarker analysis, and environmental forensics.

Recent work includes archaeological lipid analysis, plastic degradation studies, and microbial interactions in extreme environments. He collaborates with researchers such as Dr. Helen Whelton and Dr. Richard Evershed, contributing to interdisciplinary projects in archaeology, geochemistry, and environmental science.

His lab's activities span from ancient environmental reconstruction (e.g., coprolite analysis) to modern pollution studies, emphasizing the intersection of chemistry and global sustainability.