Sarah Haigh

Professor Sarah Haigh is a Professor of Materials Characterisation at the University of Manchester, leading the Electron Microscopy Centre within the School of Natural Sciences. She specializes in advanced transmission electron microscopy (TEM) techniques to study nanomaterials' atomic-scale structure and properties, particularly focusing on 2D materials like graphene and their heterostructures. Her research also addresses nanoparticle interactions, catalysis, and sustainable energy applications. She directs the bp International Centre for Advanced Materials, a $100M collaboration with bp targeting net-zero technologies.

Education: BSc and PhD in Materials Science from the University of Oxford (2004 and 2008). Professional Roles: Elected Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Armourers and Brasiers, former Chair of the Institute of Physics EMAG group, and Director of Manchester’s Electron Microscopy Centre. Awards: Blavatnik UK Finalist (2022), Rosenhain Medal (2017).

Research Interests: TEM-based analysis of nanomaterials, in-situ imaging, electron tomography, and functional 2D material devices. Projects include optimizing CO2 conversion, fuel cell efficiency, and quantum device development. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals on clean energy and climate action.

Publications: Over 320 peer-reviewed articles (h-index 68), including key contributions on nanomaterial characterization, catalysis, and energy materials. Active in mentoring PhD students and industrial collaborations.