Peter Cormack

Professor Peter Cormack is affiliated with the University of Strathclyde as a Professor of Polymer Chemistry in the Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry within the Faculty of Science. He has held leadership roles including Head of Materials and Computational Chemistry since 2017 and Associate Dean for International Research from 2015 to 2018.

• BSc in Chemistry with First Class Honours (1992), University of Strathclyde
• PhD in Polymer Chemistry (1996), University of Strathclyde

His research focuses on synthetic polymer chemistry and materials science, particularly the design, synthesis, and applications of functional organic polymers. Key areas include molecularly imprinted polymers, microporous solids, and self-assembling systems for applications like chemical separations, biomedical devices, and environmental analysis.

Recent research trends highlight advancements in functional materials for solid-phase extraction, drug analysis, and pharmaceutical applications, as seen in his latest publications on polydivinylbenzene microspheres and cation-exchange polymer microspheres.

Scientific Awards

• RSC/SCI Macro Group UK Young Researchers' Medal (2005)
• Gold Medal, ITEX ‘25 (2025)
• Most Innovative Teacher nominee (2014)

Professor Cormack has supervised numerous graduate and postdoctoral researchers and actively collaborates internationally. He has participated in 141 activities, including invited talks and examinations, and his work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for environmental and health-related applications.