Samantha Richardson

Samantha Richardson is a Lecturer in Biochemistry at the University of Hull, affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. She holds BSc and PhD degrees from the University of Hull. As Program Director for undergraduate Biochemistry programs, she teaches courses in biological sciences, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and environmental chemistry. Her research focuses on developing paper-based sensors for environmental monitoring and analytical methods to assess small molecules in complex matrices, emphasizing sustainability and citizen science applications. Dr. Richardson has secured grants totaling over £40k from funders including the Analytical Chemistry Trust Fund, Royal Society of Chemistry, and Environment Agency.

Recent research projects include soil nutrient monitoring systems in Kenya and Vietnam, freshwater contaminant analysis, and portable sensors for carbonate detection. She has collaborated with institutions across Europe on sediment contaminant studies and pioneered citizen-led phosphate monitoring initiatives. Her work bridges analytical chemistry with environmental applications, emphasizing low-cost solutions for resource-limited settings.

Dr. Richardson has published six peer-reviewed articles since 2020, with a focus on microfluidic devices, soil analysis, and pharmaceutical quality control. She supervises student research projects in environmental measurement science and advises on widening participation in chemical sciences through grants targeting deprived communities.