Gage Ashton

Gage Ashton is a Lecturer in Toxicology (Forensic and Analytical Science) at the Department of Physical and Life Sciences, School of Applied Sciences, University of Huddersfield. He is also a member of the Centre for Functional Materials and actively contributes to research in analytical chemistry and forensic science. He is currently accepting PhD students and is involved in research degree supervision.

• University: University of Huddersfield
• School: School of Applied Sciences
• Department: Department of Physical and Life Sciences
• Research Group: Thermal Methods Research Unit (TMRU), Centre for Functional Materials

Dr. Ashton's research focuses on the design, development, and application of novel analytical instruments, particularly through the hyphenation of thermal analysis and mass spectrometry techniques. His expertise spans thermal analysis methods such as thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermomicroscopy, and high-frequency microwave and induction heating, as well as mass spectrometry techniques including electron ionization (EI), electrospray ionization (ESI), DART, and LTP. He also teaches undergraduate forensic science practicals and lectures on ambient ionization techniques.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary analytical chemistry, combining materials characterization with forensic and toxicological applications. The research spans polymer analysis, metal oxide reduction, pharmaceutical degradation (e.g., Lornoxicam), and innovative instrumentation like the HDM system that couples thermal methods with ambient ionization MS. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on real-time, in-situ analytical solutions for complex material and forensic problems.

Dr. Ashton has been involved in organizing academic events and presenting research, including co-organizing the Royal Society of Chemistry - Thermal Methods Group Annual Conference in 2023 and contributing to a poster on entomotoxicology. His work aligns with several UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to responsible innovation and sustainable science.

He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. However, his active research output and conference involvement indicate a strong academic presence. Dr. Ashton collaborates extensively with colleagues such as Gareth Parkes and Lindsay Harding, and his work is cited in Scopus and Google Scholar.

Dr. Ashton is involved in research activities including organizing conferences and presenting posters. He is affiliated with the Thermal Methods Research Unit and contributes to advancing analytical methodologies in both academic and applied contexts.