Professor Carol Crean is a faculty member at the University of Surrey, holding a position in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. She specializes in Physical and Materials Chemistry, with research focusing on flexible electrode materials, textile-based healthcare applications, and energy storage solutions. Her career includes roles at institutions such as Dublin City University and the University of Wollongong, supported by grants like the Marie Curie Reintegration Grant. She currently teaches courses including CHE1038 Industrial Chemistry and CHE2025 Intermediate Physical Chemistry. Education: BSc (Hons) in Chemistry with German and PhD in Chemistry from Dublin City University. Research Interests: Functionalizing organic conductors (e.g., carbon nanotubes), materials for diagnostics, immunosensor performance improvement, and wearable biosensors. Collaborations: Works with Dr. Niamh Gilmartin and Prof. Richard O'Kennedy at Dublin City University. Her publications span advanced materials for radiation detection (e.g., perovskite-based scintillators), lithium-sulfur battery technology, and wearable sensors. Over 150 articles highlight her contributions to energy storage, nanomaterials, and analytical chemistry. She has supervised multiple postgraduate students, including Jodie Hunter and Roma Mulholland. Her research integrates nanotechnology, polymer science, and biomedical applications to address challenges in energy and healthcare, with a focus on practical, scalable solutions.








