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Dr Alan Holloway is Deputy Head of the School of Engineering & Built Environment at Sheffield Hallam University, overseeing teaching, student experience, and academic outcomes. He holds a PhD (2005) and BEng (2001) from SHU, with professional affiliations as MIET and FHEA. His research focuses on electronic sensors, robotics, and machine olfaction systems, with involvement in EU/EPSRC projects like REINS and Guardians. He actively supervises PhD students and collaborates on industrial projects through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships.
Education:
- PhD: Advanced Quartz Crystal Microbalance Techniques Applied to Calixarene Sensing Membranes (SHU 2005)
- BEng (Hons): Electronic Systems & Information Engineering (SHU 2001)
Research Interests: Development of embedded systems, robotics control, electronic-nose sensors, and sensor coatings. Current projects include Industry 4.0 IoT automation and sensor lab innovations for education. His work bridges academia-industry through device prototyping for healthcare and environmental monitoring.
Awards:
- Fellow Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Teaching & Leadership: Teaches microprocessor systems modules and leads pedagogical reforms like Project-Based Learning assessment models. Presented at conferences on engineering education and remote laboratory solutions. Serves as External Examiner in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering.
