Alexander Routh

Professor Alexander Routh is a leading academic in Colloid Science at the University of Cambridge's Department of Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology, where he has been based since 2006. His research spans physical sciences with applications in industrial processes and diagnostic technologies.

His research focuses on encapsulation techniques, drying dynamics of colloidal dispersions, and energy-efficient industrial modeling. Key areas include pattern formation during film drying, stratification mechanisms, neutron scattering applications, and development of low-cost diagnostic devices through blood droplet analysis. His work bridges fundamental colloid science with practical engineering solutions.

Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on microencapsulation systems for consumer products, magnetic photocatalysts for environmental remediation, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms through protein aggregation studies. The research consistently integrates experimental work with computational modeling.

Routh maintains active collaborations across disciplines, particularly with biomedical researchers studying α-synuclein aggregation and petroleum engineers investigating wellbore integrity. His laboratory work frequently employs advanced imaging and scattering techniques to probe colloidal behavior at micro and nano scales.