Christopher Proctor

Christopher Proctor is an Associate Professor in Bioelectronics at the University of Oxford and a Tutorial Fellow at Keble College. He holds the BBSRC David Phillips Fellowship and leads a research group focused on bioelectronic devices for biomedical applications. His academic journey includes a B.Sc. in Interdisciplinary Physics from the University of Michigan, a Ph.D. in Materials from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and postdoctoral research at the Ecole des Mines de St. Etienne and the University of Cambridge. Proctor’s work spans neuroengineering, drug delivery systems, and implantable medical devices.

Education:

• B.Sc. in Interdisciplinary Physics, University of Michigan
• Ph.D. in Materials, University of California, Santa Barbara
• Postdoctoral Fellowships: Ecole des Mines de St. Etienne (Bioelectronics), University of Cambridge (Borysiewicz Biomedical Sciences)

Research Interests:

Proctor’s research focuses on developing soft, flexible bioelectronic systems for minimally invasive neural interfaces, drug delivery, and neuroregenerative therapies. He explores applications in stroke recovery, epilepsy control, and circadian rhythm modulation. His work integrates materials science, biomedical engineering, and clinical needs to create innovative solutions for neurological disorders.

Publications & Trends:

Recent articles highlight advancements in mitochondrial transplantation, hydrogel-based drug delivery, and bio-inspired neural interfaces. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in device biocompatibility, energy efficiency, and long-term functionality.

Awards:

• BBSRC David Phillips Fellow (2020–present)

Grants & Advising:

As a fellowship holder, Proctor has secured grants supporting his research on bioelectronic devices. He advises students in Oxford’s Engineering Science program, fostering innovation in biomedical technologies.

Labs & Collaborations:

Proctor’s lab at the Old Road Campus Research Building collaborates with the Oxford Robotics Institute and the Institute of Biomedical Engineering to develop next-generation bioelectronic systems.