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Helen Holmes is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Sustainable Consumption Institute (SCI) and the Morgan Centre for Research into Everyday Lives. She holds a BA in Geography from Durham University (2002), an MA in Human Geography Research from Sheffield University (2005), and a PhD in Sociology from Sheffield (2014). Her research focuses on material culture, sustainability, circular economy, and qualitative methods. She has led major projects like the JUST Centre (ESRC-funded) and CHaMP (EPSRC), exploring sustainable practices and healthcare material cycles. Holmes has co-edited the Sage journal *Sociology* (2018–2022) and serves on UKRI panels. Her 2023 book *The Materiality of Nothing* examines object absences and everyday life. Awards include the 2024 Social Responsibility Medal and Hallsworth Fellowship (2015).
- **Education**: BA (Durham), MA (Sheffield), PhD (Sheffield)
- **Key Projects**: JUST Centre (2025–2030), CHaMP (2025–2028), One Bin to Rule Them All (2020–2023)
- **Awards**: 2024 Social Responsibility Medal, Hallsworth Fellowship
- **Roles**: Deputy Director of Sustainable Futures, SCI Management Group member
- **Research Themes**: Circular economy, materiality, consumption, qualitative methods
Her work bridges sociology with interdisciplinary collaborations, emphasizing community engagement and policy impact. She advises on PhDs in consumption studies, material culture, and alternative economies. Holmes collaborates with institutions like Bupa and the British Beauty Council, addressing sustainability challenges in healthcare and everyday life.
