Kate Nicholson

Kate Nicholson is an academic researcher at Northumbria University, specializing in interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of environmental science, chemistry, and cultural heritage. Her work combines advanced technologies like machine learning, remote sensing, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to address challenges in agriculture, ecology, and art conservation. She leads projects such as the Innovate UK-funded 'Development of a laundry stain identification and removal process' (2018–2021).

Her research interests span agricultural technology (e.g., crop monitoring via UAVs), environmental remote sensing (e.g., wild orchid identification), and the scientific analysis of historical pigments in medieval manuscripts. Nicholson holds a PhD in Chemistry (2007) and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2017), contributing to academic and professional development in her field.

• Education: PGCE Chemistry (2013), PhD Chemistry (2007), MSc Chemistry (2003)
• Affiliations: Royal Society of Chemistry (since 2015)

Her publications reflect a focus on applied technology in both natural and cultural domains, including studies on crop phenotyping, spectral analysis of ancient woodlands, and pigment composition in medieval art.