James Stubbing

Dr. James Stubbing serves as an Assistant Professor in Chemistry within the School of Life Sciences at the University of Sussex. His academic journey includes a PGCertHE from Sussex (2023), PhD from Sussex (2015-2020), and MChem(Hons) Chemistry with a year abroad from the University of Bath (2011-2015).

Dr. Stubbing's research spans three primary domains: astrochemistry focusing on molecular ices in space environments, space propulsion systems including Hall effect and microwave-based thrusters, and analytical chemistry with applications in pharmaceuticals and environmental science. His work bridges laboratory investigations with real-world applications, developing specialized instrumentation for cryogenic and ultra-high vacuum environments.

His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate active research programs in space propulsion validation and analytical methods for therapeutic products. The publication timeline shows consistent output since his PhD, with particular emphasis on molecular spectroscopy techniques applied to both astrophysical and practical problems.

Dr. Stubbing's research environment includes advanced instrumentation for:

• Cryogenic ice studies
• Space propulsion testing
• Ultra-high vacuum surface analysis
• Advanced spectroscopic techniques

As an early-career researcher building his independent program, Dr. Stubbing offers students opportunities to work at the intersection of fundamental science and practical applications, with particular strengths in instrumentation development and molecular characterization techniques.