Rachael Rothman

Professor Rachael Rothman at the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, University of Sheffield, serves as both Professor of Sustainable Chemical Engineering and Associate Director of the Grantham Centre for Sustainable Futures.

• Room F62, Sir Robert Hadfield Building
• r.rothman@sheffield.ac.uk
• +44 114 222 7574

Research Interests focus on whole systems analysis of clean energy technologies and thermochemical/electrochemical cycles for hydrogen production and CO2 utilisation, with specific projects like the EPSRC 4CU (CO2-to-fuel) and HycycleS (hydrogen cycle components). Recent work integrates behavioral science, material science, and environmental analysis to enable reusable packaging systems and circular supply chains.

Scientific Contributions include:

• Leading Athena SWAN equality initiatives (2013 Silver Award)
• British Orienteering World Championships participant (2× gold)
• Key roles in European Framework 7 HycycleS project

Academic Leadership spans teaching coordination, student support, and co-developing CPE321 Design Project and CPE2012 Chemical Engineering Design courses. Current EPSRC Energy Feasibility grants explore plasma-assisted electrolysis and solar fuel production with earth-abundant catalysts.