Michael J. Kelly

Michael J. Kelly is the Prince Philip Professor of Technology at the University of Cambridge (2002–present) and a Non-Executive Director at Laird (2006–present). His academic career spans roles including Professor of Physics and Electronics at the University of Surrey (1992–2006), Head of the School of Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, and Mathematics (1997–2001), and Director of the Centre for Solid State Electronics (2001–2002). He is a Fellow of the Royal Society and Royal Academy of Engineering.

• 2002–present: Prince Philip Professor of Technology, University of Cambridge
• 1992–2006: Professor of Physics and Electronics, University of Surrey
• 2006–present: Non-Executive Director, Laird

His research focuses on theoretical physics of condensed matter, semiconductor device physics, and energy efficiency in buildings. As a physicist and technologist, his work bridges fundamental theory and applied engineering, particularly in materials science and solid-state electronics.

Kelly has received prestigious accolades, including the Royal Society Hughes Medal and the Royal Academy of Engineering Silver Medal. He is also an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of New Zealand and holds an Honorary Doctor of Science from Victoria University of Wellington.