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Dr. Rachael Hazael is a Reader in Applied Materials at Cranfield University's Centre for Defence Engineering and Physical Science. Her research investigates the effects of extreme conditions on material behavior, specializing in novel materials, chemistries, and biological systems, particularly in the context of explosive and ballistic events, armour systems, and personal protective equipment.
Her research interests span material science under extreme pressures and temperatures, with focus areas including ballistic impact analysis, blast pressure effects, and development of advanced functional materials for defence applications. She has extensive expertise in dynamic shock compression and frequently consults with military and security organizations.
Her recent research publications demonstrate strong focus on combustion science of energetic materials, computational modeling of blast effects, and innovative protective solutions. Key themes include defining combustion regimes, numerical simulation of threats, and sustainable protection technologies.
- Women In Defence Awards 2022 (Research and Innovation) - Shortlisted
- Top 50 Women in Engineering 2023: Safety and Security - Finalist
Dr. Hazael leads the Advanced Materials for Protective Engineering Group (AMPEG) at Cranfield Defence and Security, focusing on blast and ballistics research. She lectures on material response to impact events for multiple MSc programs in Forensic Explosives and Ballistics.
