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Professor Richard Barker is a faculty member in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Leeds, where he serves as Professor in Corrosion Science and Engineering and Deputy Director of Postgraduate Research Studies. He is affiliated with the Institute of Functional Surfaces, conducting industry-driven research focused on corrosion mechanisms and mitigation in energy and carbon abatement systems.
His research interests span electrochemistry, corrosion science, and engineering, with a focus on numerical modelling, in-situ electrochemical analysis, and material degradation in extreme environments such as high temperature, high pressure, and strong acids. He specializes in erosion-corrosion prediction, custom flow cell design, and the corrosion of additively manufactured materials, particularly within carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies.
Professor Barker’s research philosophy emphasizes experimental validation, industrial impact, and the development of novel in-situ methodologies to understand material-electrolyte interactions. His work bridges fundamental science with practical applications to enhance asset integrity and operational safety in industrial settings.
He supervises a large cohort of postgraduate researchers and teaches Thermofluids modules at the School of Mechanical Engineering. His professional memberships include the Institute of Mechanical Engineers, the Institute of Corrosion, and AMPP.
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Professor Barker advises numerous postgraduate students and is involved in collaborative research projects with industrial partners, such as the KTP collaboration with Roemex Limited. His research is supported by industry engagement and aims to deliver practical solutions for corrosion management. He leads projects including ENVIRO-COAT and investigations into CO2 corrosion products and stress corrosion cracking in high alloy materials.
He is a key member of the Institute of Functional Surfaces and contributes to research in corrosion and flow assurance, focusing on real-world applications in energy systems.
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