Oliver Lewis

Dr. Oliver Lewis is a Principal Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University, leading the Future Transportation Subject Group. He specializes in corrosion prevention, materials engineering, and engineering education. He holds roles as Course Leader for BSc Aeronautical Engineering and Subject Group Leader, contributing to curriculum development and student experience enhancement.

Education: BEng(Hons) in Materials Engineering from Loughborough University, followed by a PhD in nanoparticulate additives for waterborne coatings. His teaching focuses on materials and manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on integrating practical laboratory work and innovative assessment methods.

Research interests include corrosion protection of metals, environmentally benign coatings, and engineering pedagogy. He has supervised four successful PhD students and collaborates with industries on projects like developing eco-friendly steel pretreatments. Active in professional societies like the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institute of Materials Finishing, he contributes to editorial and educational committees.

Publications span corrosion mechanisms, coating technologies, and employability in engineering education. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications, emphasizing sustainability and real-world impact.