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Tom Stephenson is a Professor of Water Sciences at Cranfield University and CEO of MEMetic, a company focused on bio-inspired membrane technologies. He is also a Visiting Professor at Aston University and a Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence at City St George's, University of London. His roles include leadership in research and innovation, particularly in water science and infrastructure resilience. Previously, he served as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC) for Research & Innovation and PVC of the School of Applied Sciences at Cranfield University. He holds a BSc in Biochemistry from the University of York and a PhD in Civil Engineering from Imperial College London, alongside prestigious fellowships including FREng and FHEA.
Stephenson's research interests center on wastewater treatment processes, biofilm technology, and nutrient recovery through biomineralization. He has pioneered innovations in membrane bioreactors, biological aerated filters, and resource recovery from wastewater. His work emphasizes sustainable solutions for water infrastructure, including the development of novel media for bioreactors and strategies for circular economy applications.
His publications span over four decades, focusing on ammonia removal technologies, struvite production, and industrial wastewater treatment. Notable advancements include techno-economic analyses of deammonification systems and biomineralization-based nutrient recovery. Stephenson's contributions to the field have been recognized through awards and his entrepreneurial initiatives, such as founding Water Innovate Ltd, a university spinout.
He advises organizations like Bluewater Bio and Bluemethane Ltd, contributing to net-zero strategies. His academic and industrial collaborations span institutions worldwide, reflecting his commitment to bridging research and real-world applications in water sustainability.
