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Dr Thomas Britten is a Lecturer in Medicinal & Organic Chemistry at Manchester Metropolitan University, specializing in developing synthetic methodologies for drug discovery. His research focuses on green chemistry, flow/photochemistry, and sustainable synthesis. He collaborates across disciplines to advance antibacterial therapeutics and targeted protein degradation.
Education: PhD in Chemistry (Lancaster University, 2015-2019), MChem (Bangor University, 2011-2015). Awards include the SCI Liverpool & NW Regional Group Award and AMRI MChem Prize.
Research Interests:
- Novel catalytic reactions and enabling technologies (flow/photochemistry)
- Synthesis of bioactive compounds and compound libraries
- Antibacterial drug discovery and targeted protein degradation strategies
- Green/sustainable synthetic approaches
Publications highlight advancements in photocyclization, Peterson olefinations, and functionalized polymers for electronics. His lab actively mentors PhD students and offers research bursaries.
Awards: Recognized for academic excellence during MChem studies with two prestigious prizes.
Lab & Team: Britten Lab focuses on interdisciplinary drug development, currently supervising four PhD students and mentoring past researchers. Collaborates with chemists and biologists to bridge synthetic chemistry with biological applications.
