Thomas Malcomson

Thomas Malcomson is a Lecturer in Computational Biochemistry at Queen Mary University of London's School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences. He holds a BSc in Biochemistry and a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry, with expertise spanning chemical and biological sciences. His roles include teaching and research leadership, with a focus on multidisciplinary education and institutional collaboration.

• Education:
• BSc Biochemistry
• PhD Theoretical Chemistry

Research Interests: Thomas's work bridges GenAI integration in higher education, wellness frameworks for students, neurodivergence support, and foundational bioscience research. Key projects include:

• Bioscience Shorts: Digital media for student engagement
• GenAI training modules for skill development
• Neurodivergent student support via AI tools
• Photosynthesis mechanisms (Oxygen Evolving Complex)
• Sustainable polymer synthesis

Recent Work: His scholarship emphasizes modern learning environments, mental health, and inclusive practices. Current initiatives include authentic assessment models and lanthanide separation techniques using macrocycles.

• Awards:
• HEA Fellowship (2023)
• UKCGE Recognised Associate Supervisor (2024)

Advising & Grants: Thomas leads cross-institutional scholarship projects and supports student-led research in biochemistry and GenAI applications. His grants focus on pedagogical innovation and sustainable chemistry.

Labs/Teams: Active in Queen Mary's Biochemistry department, collaborating with industry on photodynamic therapy and green polymerisation.