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Dr. Simon Beaumont is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Durham University , with additional responsibilities as Associate Dean (PGR) in the Faculty of Science. His research program integrates heterogeneous catalysis , nanomaterials , and in situ spectroscopic techniques to develop sustainable chemical processes. BA & MSci Natural Sciences, University of Cambridge (2003-2007) PhD in Heterogeneous Catalysis, University of Cambridge (2010) Postdoctoral Fellowship at UC Berkeley (2010-2012) Research foci include mechanistic studies of catalytic processes, nanoparticle synthesis , and in situ characterization via X-ray absorption (NEXAFS), DRIFTS, and Raman. His work addresses challenges in CO2 hydrogenation , biomass conversion , and environmental remediation , supported by national/EU/industrial funding. Recent publications highlight trends in selective hydrogenation (furfural), multi-functional catalysts (acid-base systems), and nanoparticle stability under reactive conditions. All studies emphasize molecular-level understanding for practical catalyst design. Scientific awards include Leverhulme Trust and Addison Wheeler fellowships. Teaching portfolio spans first-year laboratories , organic chemistry tutorials , and advanced catalysis lectures . Supervision of five research postgraduates and leadership of industry-funded projects further demonstrate his academic impact.

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Nanomaterials
• In Situ Spectroscopic Techniques
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Dr Bahareh Zaghari (MSc, PhD, CEng, FHEA) is a Lecturer in the Electrical Power Engineering group at the University of Southampton's School of Electronics and Computer Science. Her research focuses on electrified aircraft systems, sensors with machine learning applications, electrical power systems, and nonlinear dynamics modeling. Current projects include acoustic sensing for temperature/flow measurement Co-design of electrical machines for aircraft electrification Research activities span hybrid-electric aircraft design (FutPrint50 Horizon project), fully electric aircraft development (EnabEl Innovate UK), and smart sensing systems for aerospace components. Industrial collaborations include KISTLER, iNetic, PALL Aerospace, Safran, ARUP, Embraer, and BAE Systems. Conference coordinator for IEEE Transportation Electrification Council's Electrified Aircraft committee Chair of IEEE/AIAA Electrified Aircraft Technology Symposium (2023) Panel moderator at AIAA Propulsion and Energy (2021) Her work demonstrates innovative applications of acoustic transducers in harsh environments, with contributions to temperature mapping, fault analysis, and energy harvesting systems. She currently supervises PhD student Shikhar Singh.

• Electrified Aircraft
• Sensors and Machine Learning
• Electrical Power Systems
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Professor Stephen Beeby is a leading academic at the University of Southampton in the Electronics and Computer Science department. His research spans Electronic Textiles , Flexible Electronics , and Energy Harvesting technologies. Research Focus: His work emphasizes the integration of smart printable materials into fabrics, enabling invisible wearable technologies . Projects include energy-harvesting insoles , skin hydration sensors , and thermoelectric devices for sustainable power. Recent Publications highlight advancements in zinc oxide nanoparticle films , flexible antennas , and gold-tooled e-textile circuits , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to biomedical monitoring and smart clothing . Scientific Honors: Royal Academy of Engineering Chair in Emerging Technologies Fellow of IEEE (FIEEE) Fellow of Institute of Physics (FInstP) Fellow of Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET) PhD Students: Supervising 10 active PhD candidates in areas like flexible sensors , smart garments , and energy-harvesting systems . Labs & Collaborations: Core member of the Centre for Flexible Electronics and E-Textiles (C-FLEET) and collaborates with European Union-funded initiatives like EnABLES and TEAM-NANO .

• Electronic Textiles
• Flexible Electronics
• Smart Materials
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Dr. Liyun Ma is an Assistant Professor in Advanced and Intelligent Textiles at the Hamlyn Centre and Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London. She also holds a Visiting Researcher position at the University of Oxford's Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics. Imperial College London Hamlyn Centre Institute of Global Health Innovation University of Oxford Her research spans intelligent wearable devices, functional textiles, biomedical systems, and AI-assisted engineering. Key areas include closed-loop diagnostics, renewable energy harvesting, and large-scale textile fabrication. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers and holds 22 patents. L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Rising Talents Award (Highly Commended, 2024) Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Dr. Ma supervises PhD, postdoctoral, and visiting scholar positions. She actively participates in editorial and peer-review activities. Her work bridges seven academic departments, including Textiles, Mechanical Engineering, and Materials Science.

• Textile Technology
• Textile and Fashion Design
• Biomedical Engineering
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Neil White is Professor of Intelligent Sensor Systems at the University of Southampton's Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) school and serves as Director of the ECS Centre for Healthcare. He has held various leadership positions including Head of Electronics and Computer Science from 2011 to 2015 and has been instrumental in establishing research initiatives in sensor technology and energy harvesting. His research interests focus on medical sensors , intelligent sensor systems , and energy harvesting technologies. Professor White's work bridges the gap between engineering and healthcare applications, with significant contributions to wearable medical devices, particularly respiratory monitoring systems. His research integrates micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), energy harvesting techniques, and smart textiles to create innovative healthcare solutions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on energy harvesting technologies, medical sensor applications, and e-textile development. His work spans multiple disciplines including biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, and materials science, with applications in healthcare monitoring, environmental sensing, and transportation systems. The research demonstrates a consistent theme of creating self-powered, intelligent sensor systems for practical applications. Professor White has received notable recognition including the Callendar silver Medal (2009) from the Institute of Measurement and Control and the 1989 Educational Prize from the International Society for Hybrid Microelectronics. Principal Investigator on NIHR i4i project developing low-cost wearable respiration sensors Former Director and co-founder of Perpetuum Ltd., specializing in vibration energy harvesting Current collaborations with clinicians at University Hospital Southampton Extensive funding from EPSRC, European Union, and industry partners Professor White leads research within the Smart Electronic Materials and Systems group, the Institute for Life Sciences, and the Centre for Health Technologies. His work in the Interdisciplinary Musculoskeletal Health and Digital Health research areas demonstrates his commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration to address complex healthcare challenges through engineering solutions.

• Medical sensors
• Intelligent sensor systems
• Energy harvesting
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Dr. Anna Baldycheva is a Senior Lecturer in Electronic Engineering at the University of Exeter, within the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences. She leads the interdisciplinary STEMM Laboratory, focusing on applied R&D in smart materials, photonics, AI, and IoT. With prior research experience at MIT, Trinity College Dublin, and Tyndall National Institute, she has established herself as an internationally recognized innovator and entrepreneur in emerging technologies. PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Trinity College Dublin (2008–2012) BSc (Hons) in Physics, St. Petersburg State University (2003–2008) Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, University of Exeter (2016–2017) Postgraduate Certificate in Technology Management, Smurfit Business School (2009–2010) Her research spans Nano-Engineering, Opto-Electronics, Photonics, AI, and IoT , with a strong emphasis on real-world applications. She pioneers work in fluid opto-electronics , graphene nanocoatings , and AI-driven emotion recognition and early cancer detection . Her lab develops smart composite materials for flexible electronics, e-textiles, and structural applications, integrating machine learning into healthcare, education, and communications systems. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward applied interdisciplinary innovation , combining materials science with AI and photonics for healthcare diagnostics, energy-efficient computing, and educational technology. Her work frequently bridges fundamental physics with commercialization potential, as seen in spin-out technologies like GSurf and the Electronic-Nose for lung cancer detection. Fellow, Royal Microscopical Society (RMS) Fellow, Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Expert, Future and Emerging Technologies, European Commission Featured in Forbes and Forbes Tech Council Editor-in-Chief, InSTEMM Journal Associate Editor, Nature Scientific Reports and Discover Nano Trustee, Royal Microscopical Society Founder, STEMM Global Scientific Society Founder, It’s Her! Women in STEMM Initiative Dr. Baldycheva actively supervises PhD students and has secured industrial collaborations with organizations such as Qinetiq and Lumentum. She leads multiple outreach initiatives, including STEMM Junior for underprivileged children, and serves on the committee for the Jocelyn Bell Brunel PhD Scholarship. She has raised significant research funding through national and international grants, though specific grant names are not listed. She leads the STEMM Laboratory , a multidisciplinary research group with divisions in Smart Composite Materials, Machine Learning & AI, and Opto-Electronics & Photonics. The lab emphasizes industry collaboration and technology transfer, having produced a university spin-out (GSurf) and multiple media-highlighted innovations.

• Nano-Engineering
• Opto-Electronics
• Photonics
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Courtney N. Reed is a Lecturer in Digital Technologies at Loughborough University London, where she joined in November 2023. She maintains a dual role as a visiting research fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Informatics. Her academic journey includes a BMus in Electronic Production and Design from Berklee College of Music (2016), followed by an MSc (2018) and PhD (2023) in Computer Science from Queen Mary University of London. Prior to her current position, she completed postdoctoral research at both the Max Planck Institute for Informatics and King's College London. Bachelor of Music: Electronic Production and Design, Berklee College of Music (2016) Master of Science: Computer Science, Queen Mary University of London (2018) Doctor of Philosophy: Computer Science, Queen Mary University of London (2023) Dr. Reed's research explores the entangled relationships between humans, bodies, instruments, and technology in music interaction, with particular focus on vocal electromyography (VoxEMG) and the vocalist-voice relationship. Her work incorporates feminist and post-human theories to examine sociopolitical contexts within arts technology, aiming to design for creativity while acknowledging individual, messy bodies in artistic practice. She has developed an open-source platform for vocal electromyography to investigate how biosignal feedback changes understanding and perception of the body in vocal performance. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges music technology, human-computer interaction, and embodied interaction studies. Analysis of Dr. Reed's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong thematic focus on embodied interaction in music technology, with particular emphasis on vocal performance, biosignal feedback, and the philosophical underpinnings of digital instrument design. Her work consistently integrates theoretical frameworks like Karen Barad's agential realism with practical applications in digital musical instruments. Key trends include the exploration of ambiguity in data representation, the sociocultural dimensions of timbre in instrument design, and the development of novel methodologies for understanding embodied musical experiences through micro-phenomenology and ethnographic approaches. ACM SIGCHI Outstanding Dissertation Award (2024) for her thesis 'Imagining & Sensing: Understanding and Extending the Vocalist-Voice Relationship Through Biosignal Feedback' Best Newcomer Award at Loughborough University London's Community Awards Celebration (2024) Dr. Reed actively contributes to the academic community through conference organization and leadership roles. She serves as Member-at-Large on the NIME Board, previously chaired papers for NIME 2024, and co-organized the IBM SkillsBuild Sprint at Loughborough London. She has also chaired sessions at the ACM TEI Conference and co-chaired the Student Design Competition. Her collaborative work spans multiple institutions and includes significant contributions to interdisciplinary projects that bridge music, technology, and human experience. She has been instrumental in developing the senSInt research group and the RaveNET wearable network project. Dr. Reed leads the senSInt research group which focuses on sensorimotor interaction in music and performance contexts. The group develops innovative technologies including the VoxEMG platform for vocal electromyography, the Bones anti-corset for vocal performance, and the RaveNET network of wearable biosensing nodes. These projects explore the intersection of biosignals, embodied interaction, and musical expression, creating novel frameworks for understanding how technology mediates human creativity and performance. The group frequently collaborates with musicians, technologists, and theorists to develop and test these systems in real-world performance contexts.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Music Technology
• Digital Instrument Design
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Professor Sohini Kar-Narayan is a British-Indian materials scientist at the University of Cambridge, specializing in polymer-based materials for energy harvesting and biomedical applications. She serves as editor-in-chief of the journal APL Electronic Devices and leads innovative research on nanogenerators, microfluidic sensors, and bioelectronic interfaces. Education: Presidency University, Kolkata (undergraduate); Indian Institute of Science (PhD) Her research focuses on piezoelectric and triboelectric nanomaterials, with applications in self-powered wearable devices , orthopedic surgery sensors , and 4D-printed responsive systems . She develops scalable fabrication techniques like aerosol jet printing to bridge academic research and industrial innovation. The most recent publications highlight advancements in biopolymer-based energy harvesting , smart textiles , and microfluidic diagnostic tools , emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between materials science, biomedical engineering, and manufacturing technologies. Scientific Awards: Royal Society of Chemistry Peter Day Prize (2023), European Research Council Consolidator Grant (2023), Royal Academy of Engineering Fellowship (2024), Innovator of the Year (2024) Her work includes the development of the ArtioSense sensor for orthopedic surgery and collaborations with medical professionals to create workflow-compatible devices. She has received major funding from the European Research Council and leads a research group exploring sustainable energy solutions and bio-integrated electronics.

• Energy Harvesting
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
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Dr Dimitra Georgiadou is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton's School of Electronics and Computer Science, leading the Flexible Nanoelectronics Lab. She is a UKRI Future Leaders Fellow and serves as Deputy Impact Champion in the UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training in Machine Intelligence for Nanoelectronic Devices and Systems (MINDS-CDT). Her research focuses on green manufacturing of flexible nanoelectronics, photonic synapses for neuromorphic computing, and solution-processed non-toxic materials. Key projects include developing Pb-free perovskite photoelectric memristors and radiofrequency Schottky diodes for IoT applications. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering/Organic Electronics from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). Prior roles include Industrial Fellow at Imperial College London and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow. Research spans nanoscale optoelectronic devices, energy harvesting, and flexible substrates. Publications highlight advancements in photodetectors, memristors, and neuromorphic systems, with recent work on self-powered organic photodetectors and γ-ray-induced memristor effects. She has over 40 peer-reviewed articles, including in Laser & Photonics Reviews , Optica , and Advanced Electronic Materials . External roles include editorial positions at Frontiers in Nanotechnology and IEEE Sensors Letters , and membership in the EPSRC Peer Review College. She actively participates in conferences, delivering invited talks on nanosciences, flexible electronics, and neuromorphic devices.

• Flexible Nanoelectronics
• Green Manufacturing
• Neuromorphic Computing
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Dr Pengpeng Hu is a Senior Lecturer in Fashion Technology at the Department of Materials, The University of Manchester, UK. His research focuses on geometric deep learning, 3D human body reconstruction, point cloud processing, and smart textiles, bridging fashion technology with biomedical and engineering applications. Associate Editor: IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering Academic Editor: PLOS ONE Editorial Board Member: Scientific Reports Programme Chair: 25th UK Workshop on Computational Intelligence Area Chair: 35th British Machine Vision Conference His work advances vision-based measurement systems, wearable technology, and 3D scanning for clothing and healthcare. Recent publications include innovations in MXene-based electronic textiles, 4D hand measurement extraction, and anthropometric analysis from depth images. Recipient of the Emerald Literati Award for an outstanding paper in 2019 Dr Hu accepts self-funded PhD students in areas like 3D human reconstruction, point cloud processing, and smart textiles. His editorial roles and conference leadership highlight his influence in computational intelligence and machine vision communities.

• Fashion Technology
• Geometric Deep Learning
• 3D Human Body Reconstruction
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Carinna Parraman is a Professor of Colour, Design, and Print, and Director of the Centre for Print Research (CFPR) at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). She leads a cross-disciplinary team focused on cutting-edge research in printing, fabrication, and material science. Her work bridges art, science, and technology, with a focus on colour printing, 2.5D printing, and photomechanical methods. Education: PhD (2009, UWE Bristol), MA Printmaking (1993–1995, Camberwell School of Art), BA Fine-Art Printmaking & Art History (1986–1989, Winchester School of Art). Research Interests include RGB pigment printing, structural colour, and the application of printing technologies to cultural heritage preservation. She has secured £11.5M in external grants, leading projects like the £7.7M E3 fund exploring future fabrication methods and the EU-funded Appearance Printing (ApPEARS) initiative. Her recent work includes the Cabinet of Curiosities touring exhibition, artist residency programs, and collaborations with global industry partners. She chairs the IMPACT Printmaking Conference and contributes to journals like Printmaking Today . Current supervisory roles include 9 PhD researchers. Awards and roles include AHRC Peer Review College member, Chair of the Colour Group Great Britain, and Research Ethics Committee membership. Her publications span over 128 works, emphasizing colour science, material innovation, and multidisciplinary print applications.

• Color Science
• Printing Technology
• Art and Design
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William Hurley is a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham School of Art & Design, Nottingham Trent University, specializing in Fashion, Knitwear and Textile Design. With over 18 years of experience in education and research, he focuses on industrial knit technology and its creative applications in novel textile development. His primary research interest lies at the intersection of technology innovation and creative design processes, particularly in fashion weft knitting. He explores novel applications through seamless knitting, 3D knitted structures, and electro-active textiles for medical and communication purposes. His work bridges traditional fashion design with cutting-edge technological advancements, emphasizing how technological innovation drives creative exploration in textile development. Recent publications (2025-2013) reveal consistent focus on textile-based sensors, antenna materials, and moisture management in knitted textiles. Key themes include optical and electrical sensing for health monitoring, space antenna applications, compression garments, and environmental effects on textile performance. This output demonstrates deep expertise in smart textiles and industrial knitting, with strong emphasis on practical applications in healthcare, aerospace, and wearable technology. No major scientific awards are documented in the available records. He has secured significant funding from Innovate UK, Horizon 2020, and the European Space Agency for projects including patient-customized compression sleeves for lymphoedema treatment, active simulator cockpit enhancement, and space antenna surface materials. While specific PhD students aren't listed, his role as Senior Lecturer involves supervising undergraduate students in knitwear design and research projects within the BA (Hons) Fashion Knitwear Design program. He is an active member of the Advanced Textiles Research Group (ATRG), which develops innovative textile applications across medical, communication, and aerospace domains. His work includes commercialized outcomes like Nike's Flyknit technology and SmartLife Technology Ltd's knitted transducers.

• Fashion Technology
• Smart Textiles
• Medical Textiles
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Professor Sarah Kettley is Chair of Material and Design Innovation at Edinburgh College of Art, University of Edinburgh . She leads multidisciplinary teams across social care and health services, championing participatory and co-design methodologies rooted in humanistic psychology. Educated originally in contemporary jewellery and holding a doctorate in computer science, she integrates craft knowledge with wearable technology research, most notably through the ‘ An Internet of Soft Things ’ project that introduces electronic-textile imaginaries to third-sector mental-health communities. Research Interests Craft as Relational Encounter: exploring proximity, depth and co-becoming in design Participatory and co-design methods for marginalised groups (autistic people, visually-impaired researchers, Scottish care workers) Electronic textiles, wearable health technologies and emotional durability Social, cultural and economic value creation in care innovation Recent Publication Trends Between 2023 and 2025 her work focuses on refining and evaluating the Ripple Framework , a generative co-design approach that produces social, cultural and economic value in care settings. Papers cluster around inclusive methodologies, mental-health technology, and craft-led innovation, signalling an integrated vision where material practice, digital technology and care ethics co-evolve. Scientific and Professional Recognition Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts Founder member, Arcintex international research network Co-chair, RAFT research group, Edinburgh College of Art Research Teams & Networks She co-chairs the RAFT research group at Edinburgh College of Art and is a founding member of the Arcintex network, enabling transnational collaborations in practice-based textile, interaction and health-care research.

• Material and Design Innovation
• Craft and Technology
• Participatory Co-design
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Farooq Azam is a Research Fellow at the Department of Mechanical Engineering , University College London , focusing on Modelling and Optimisation of Sustainable and Smart Technical Textiles . He works in the Roberts Engineering Building, London, United Kingdom (WC1E 7JE). Research Interests: Architected materials, Metamaterials, Additive manufacturing, Structural Imaging, Structural optimisation, AI/Machine Learning, Applied Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials Email: farooq.azam.20@ucl.ac.uk Recent Research Trends : His work spans additive manufacturing applications in biomedical components, structural optimization of architected materials, turbulence modeling in engines, and machine learning-driven metamaterial design. Key areas include Ti6Al4V scaffolds, hexagonal honeycomb configurations, and carbon microlattices. Scientific Awards : FHEA (Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy), 2024 Teaching : He has taught modules such as Group Manufacturing Challenges (MECH0099) , Micro/Nano Architected Composite Materials (MECH0096) , and Elasticity and Plasticity (MECH0026) at UCL.

• Architected materials
• Metamaterials
• Additive manufacturing
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Jayakrishnan M. Purushothama is an Assistant Professor in the Microwave and Antenna Engineering Research Group at Heriot-Watt University's School of Engineering and Physical Sciences since March 2023. Previously, he held roles including Post-Doctoral Researcher (2019–2021) and Ph.D. scholar (2016–2019) at Université Grenoble Alpes, and Research Fellow (2014–2016) at Cochin University of Science and Technology. Education: B.Sc. (Electronics) & M.Sc. (Electronics Science), Mahatma Gandhi University & Cochin University of Science and Technology (2012–2014), both with first rank honours. Ph.D. (RF and Microwave Electronics Engineering), Université Grenoble Alpes (2019). Research interests focus on microwave antennas, beamforming, chipless RFID systems, CBRAM-based RF switches, medical biosensors, and electromagnetic compatibility. His work emphasizes reconfigurable systems, energy efficiency, and non-volatile memory applications in passive devices. Awards include the URSI Young Scientist Award (2020), 4th Prize in URSI Student Competition (2018), and UGC NET/JRF qualification (top 0.6% in 2013). Grants include ERC-funded ScattererID project (2019–2021) developing CBRAM-based RF switches. His lab explores innovations in antenna engineering, RF materials, and wearable electronics. Key contributions include reconfigurable antennas, low-cost RFID tags, and metamaterial-based shielding solutions.

• Microwave Engineering
• Antenna Design
• Chipless RFID
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