Feras Korkees

Dr. Feras Korkees is a Senior Lecturer in Materials Science and Engineering at Swansea University's College of Engineering. He specializes in polymers and composites research with strong industrial links across the UK. His academic credentials include a PhD, PGDip, and BSc, along with professional qualifications (IEng, AIMMM, FHEA).

• PhD in Engineering
• Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)
• IEng (Incorporated Engineer)
• AIMMM (Associate of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining)
• FHEA (Fellow of the Higher Education Academy)

Dr. Korkees' research focuses on the long-term behavior of polymer composites, nanocomposites, and 3D printing of advanced composite materials. His work spans from fundamental material science to applied industrial problems, with particular emphasis on graphene-reinforced composites and moisture absorption phenomena. His research group collaborates with multiple UK-based companies to address real-world engineering challenges in composite material performance and durability.

Analysis of his recent publications (2018-2023) reveals a strong focus on graphene-modified composites, moisture diffusion in polymer systems, and additive manufacturing of advanced materials. His work bridges fundamental material science with practical engineering applications, particularly in aerospace, automotive, and biomedical sectors. The publications demonstrate consistent output in high-impact journals across polymer science, composite materials, and additive manufacturing fields.

Dr. Korkees actively supervises postgraduate research, with multiple successful PhD and MSc completions in 2023-2024. His supervision portfolio includes projects on next-generation sandwich composites, armor development, bio-based polymers, and graphene-reinforced nanocomposites, reflecting the breadth of his research interests and industrial relevance.

• Next generation sandwich composite structures with enhanced impact properties (PhD, 2024)
• Protection Optimisation via Novel Simulation (PhD, 2024)
• Characterisation of Bio-Based Polymers (MSc, 2023)
• Development of Graphene Reinforced Silica Aerogel Nanocomposites (MSc, 2023)

His research group maintains strong connections with industry partners across the UK, facilitating technology transfer and addressing practical engineering challenges in composite material development and application. The group utilizes advanced characterization facilities at Swansea University's Bay Campus for mechanical testing, material analysis, and composite manufacturing.