Mark J. Whiting

Professor Mark J. Whiting is a Professor of Materials Ageing and William Penney Fellow in Materials Ageing at the University of Surrey. He is affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences and directs the MicroStructural Studies Unit (MSSU), the University's electron microscopy facility. His research focuses on materials ageing and performance, particularly for energy, defense, aerospace, and transport sectors, with expertise in additive manufacturing and advanced microscopy techniques.

Research interests include materials interfaces, phase transformations, and residual stress analysis in nuclear fusion components. Collaborations involve major industrial partners like Dyson, Rolls-Royce, and NPL. He has supervised numerous postgraduate research projects and teaches courses on materials science. His work integrates experimental techniques like neutron Bragg edge imaging and machine learning for predictive modeling.

Key contributions include advancements in laser-welded materials for fusion reactors, microstructure-property correlations, and thermal characterization methods. His lab facilities support cutting-edge materials analysis, aiding in solving challenges for high-performance engineering systems.