معرفی
Dr. Kelly Sheridan is an Assistant Professor in Forensic Science at Northumbria University and Research Director at The Microfibre Consortium (TMC), a non-profit advancing sustainable textile practices. Her research focuses on microfibre pollution, textile industry impacts, and forensic analysis of fibres. She has over 17 years of expertise in forensic science, particularly in textile fibres, and collaborates across disciplines to address environmental challenges. Education includes a PhD in Science, MSc in Chemistry, and certifications in forensic science and higher education. Sheridan’s work bridges forensic methodologies with environmental science, emphasizing policy and industry collaboration.
Education:
- PGCert in Chemistry (2015)
- PhD in Science
- MSc in Chemistry
- BSc (Hons) in Chemistry
Research Interests:
Her research explores microfibre release from textiles, environmental impacts, and mitigation strategies. Key areas include forensic fibre analysis, lifecycle assessment of textiles, and cross-sector collaboration to reduce pollution. Recent work highlights critical gaps in environmental impact assessments and the role of natural fibres in textile pollution.
Publications Trends:
Recent articles emphasize microfibre pollution sources (e.g., laundry practices, manufacturing), industry standards, and policy development. She also investigates forensic applications of fibre transfer in criminal investigations, showcasing interdisciplinary approaches.
Awards: None explicitly noted.
Advising/Grants: No student advisees listed, but collaborates widely with industry and academic partners.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with TMC and Northumbria’s forensic science department, contributing to global research networks.
