Michael Reece

Prof Michael Reece is a Professor of Functional Ceramics at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), affiliated with the School of Engineering and Materials Science. He leads the Centre for Sustainable Engineering as Industry Engagement Lead and directs the EPSRC-supported MagMat facility for magnetic field-assisted materials synthesis. His research focuses on high entropy ceramics, thermoelectrics, and ultra-high-temperature materials, emphasizing field-assisted processing techniques like Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) and Flash Sintering. Notable achievements include developing novel high entropy ceramics with superior properties and founding Nanoforce Technology Ltd, a QMUL spin-out commercializing advanced materials. His work spans material synthesis, characterization, and industrial applications, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and scalable processing methods.

• Education: Doctorate in Materials Science (details not explicitly stated).

Research interests revolve around designing materials with enhanced functionality through controlled processing. Key areas include nanostructured ceramics, textured materials, and non-equilibrium phase synthesis. His group explores applications in energy conversion (thermoelectrics), sensors, and high-temperature systems. Recent breakthroughs include predicting high entropy ceramics beyond traditional mixture rules and advancing Flash-SPS processing.

Publications highlight advancements in thermoelectric properties, oxidation resistance, and material synthesis. His work bridges academic innovation with industrial translation, exemplified by Nanoforce's commercialization efforts. Grants and collaborations focus on sustainable manufacturing and next-generation materials.

Labs and teams include the MagMat facility and the Nanoforce Technology spin-out, emphasizing interdisciplinary research and industry partnerships.