Richard Day

Professor Richard Day is the Pro-Vice-Chancellor Research and Professor of Composites Engineering at Wrexham Glyndwr University. He joined the institution in 2010 after 23 years at the University of Manchester. His research operates from the Advanced Composites Training and Development Centre, a collaborative facility with Airbus in Broughton.

Education:

• BSc in Physics, Queen Mary London
• MSc in Physics of Materials, Bristol University
• PhD in single crystal polymers (London institution)

Research Focus: Professor Day develops composite materials to reduce environmental impact and enhance energy efficiency. His work emphasizes sustainable manufacturing practices and advanced material applications in aerospace and industrial contexts.