About
Professor Nicholas Warren is a Chair in Sustainable Materials at the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering at the University of Sheffield. With a PhD from Sheffield and academic experience at Leeds University (2016-2024), his research integrates polymer chemistry with automation technologies.
- Education: University of Bristol (2005), University of Sheffield (PhD)
- Academic Positions: Postdoc at Sheffield (2005-2016), University Academic Fellow at Leeds (2016-2024), Associate Professor (2021-2024)
- Current Role: Chair in Sustainable Materials (2024-present)
Research focuses on polymer science with flow chemistry, online monitoring, and artificial intelligence to advance sustainable materials. Key article trends include self-driving laboratories, multi-objective optimization, and nanostructured polymer systems.
Scientific recognitions include:
- 2022 Macro Group UK Young Researchers Medal
- 2023 RSC Reaction Chemistry & Engineering Outstanding Early Career Paper Award
Advisees span current and alumni PhD students like Dr Stephen Knox, Anna Morrell, and Dr Charlotte Pugsley. His team employs self-driving lab platforms that combine robotics, AI, and online analytics for accelerated materials discovery.
