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Fraser Scott is a Reader in Pure and Applied Chemistry at the University of Strathclyde. He holds a PhD and MSci in Chemistry from Strathclyde (2012) alongside degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computing from the Open University. His academic journey includes roles as Senior Lecturer at the Universities of Lincoln and Huddersfield before returning to Strathclyde as a Chancellor's Fellow (2019), later promoted to Senior Lecturer (2021) and Reader (2024).
Dr. Scott’s research focuses on anti-infective drug discovery, particularly developing Strathclyde Minor Groove Binders (S-MGBs) against bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections. He also leads STEM education initiatives, emphasizing numeracy, career pathways, and equality in science education. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and education.
- Education: MSci(Hons) & PhD (Chemistry) – University of Strathclyde; BA(Hons) (Mathematics & Statistics) & BSc(Hons) (Computing) – Open University; PGDE & MEd (Education Studies).
- Key Projects: Includes a Medical Research Council-funded study on multi-target DNA-binding agents, a UK-Thailand health engineering collaboration, and Royal Society of Chemistry-funded soil safety outreach in Scottish schools.
He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and recipient of the European Crucible Scottish Cohort award (2021). His teaching spans university and secondary school levels, with expertise in pedagogical strategies, employability skills, and inquiry-based learning.
Notable collaborations include work with Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Acanthamoeba castellanii pathogens, alongside projects enhancing science education through augmented reality and green chemistry practices. Dr. Scott actively engages in public outreach, policy discussions, and international academic networks.
