Solomon Brown

Professor Solomon Brown is a faculty member in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Sheffield, School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering. His research focuses on mathematical modelling, process analysis, and optimization of clean energy systems, particularly in energy storage, techno-economic analysis, and uncertainty quantification using Gaussian processes.

• PhD in Modelling Fluid Flow and Ductile Fractures (UCL, 2011)
• MSci in Mathematics (King’s College London, 2007)

Research Interests:
• Mathematical Modelling of Energy Systems
• Techno-Economic Analysis of Storage Technologies
• Uncertainty Quantification and Gaussian Processes
• Agent-Based Models for Technology Adoption
• Scheduling and Supply Chain Analysis

Scientific Awards:

• IChemE Frank Lees Medal (for CO2 pipelines safety research during PhD)

Publications Trends:
Recent work spans energy storage systems (e.g., Li-ion batteries, solid oxide cells), climate policy under uncertainty, run-of-river hydropower optimization, and CO2 transport in carbon capture projects. His studies often integrate computational models with real-world data to address clean energy challenges.

Contact:
Email: s.f.brown@sheffield.ac.uk