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Professor Ian Mabbett is a Chemistry Professor at Swansea University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor for Research Culture. As Director of the Morgan Advanced Studies Institute (MASI) since 2024, he leads transdisciplinary research initiatives addressing global challenges.
- Key Affiliations:
- Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor for Research Culture
- Director, Morgan Advanced Studies Institute (MASI)
- Core member of SPECIFIC Innovation and Knowledge Centre
- Research Leadership:
- Principal investigator for SUNRISE network (2020 THE Award winner)
- Developed Swansea University's Chemistry departmental structure
His research spans rapid radiative curing of industrial coatings, energy materials (photovoltaics, storage systems), and sanitation technology for developing nations. He pioneered applications of near-infrared processing in materials synthesis and corrosion protection.
Recent publications focus on biochar applications in agriculture, plasmonic photocatalysts for pharmaceutical waste treatment, and hydrogen production from industrial off-gases. His work integrates materials chemistry with systems approaches to climate change.
- Scientific Recognition:
- FRSC (Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry)
- FIMMM (Fellow of Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining)
- Recipient of Queen’s Anniversary Prize with SPECIFIC team
As an educator, he leads modules like CH-010 Reactions and Products and CH-414 Scientific Innovation & Entrepreneurship, emphasizing industry collaboration and responsible research practices. He supervises PhD/EngD projects on sustainable building materials, carbon capture, and renewable energy systems.
