Synchrotron-Based Characterisation Methods Professors and Supervisors

Joana Fonsecaمشاهده پروفایل

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City, University of LondonUnited Kingdom

Dr. Joana Fonseca is a Senior Lecturer in Geotechnical Engineering at City St George's, University of London, within the Department of Civil Engineering in the School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering. She holds a PhD from Imperial College London and has extensive research experience in multiscale geomechanics, image-based characterization, and granular media behavior. Her research interests include: Multiscale mechanics Image-based geotechnics using X-ray tomography and microscopy Experimental geomechanics of soils and rocks Micromechanics of granular media Centrifuge modelling Localized deformation and grain breakage Characterization of semi-solid alloys Her recent publications focus on advanced imaging techniques to understand soil fabric evolution, particle-scale interactions in sand-rubber mixtures, and microstructural modeling of carbonate sands for offshore foundations. These works span disciplines from geotechnical engineering to materials science, emphasizing computational and experimental integration. Scientific honors include: Chartered Member, Portuguese Institution of Engineers Principal Investigator on EPSRC-funded MuMShell project (2016) Associate Editor, Canadian Geotechnical Journal Member, Advisory Panel of Géotechnique She has advised several research students including Sadegh Nadimi, Deqiong Kong, and Ciaran Kennedy. She teaches core civil engineering courses such as Soil Mechanics (CV2401), Geotechnical Engineering (CV3401), and the Major Project (CVM412). She also serves as Guest Editor for special issues on image-based geotechnics and women in the built environment. Her research lab integrates advanced imaging, computational modeling, and experimental techniques to study geomaterials across scales, with applications in offshore engineering, sustainable construction, and materials science.

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Matthew Potterمشاهده پروفایل

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University of BathUnited Kingdom

Matthew Potter is a Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change. His research focuses on sustainable chemical technologies, particularly through the development of porous materials for heterogeneous catalysis, CO2 capture and utilisation, and advanced characterisation techniques like synchrotron-based methods. Research Interests : Designing atomic-scale active sites for catalysis, understanding catalyst degradation, operando characterisation, and integrating computational fluid dynamics into catalytic processes. Projects : Royal Society-funded work on solid acid catalysts, RSC-funded studies on CO2 capture mechanisms, and a UK charity project applying 2D GCxGC for polymer cracking. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, notably Climate Action. Recent articles highlight methanol dehydration, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, and plastic degradation, employing experimental and computational approaches. Collaborations include researchers like Raja, Carravetta, and Beale. Grants : Royal Society Research Fund (2025), RSC Research Fund (2024), and another UK charity grant (2024). Activities : Supervision of external projects like 'Breathing Materials' and participation in academic events such as the Images of Research 2024 Exhibition.

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Mark Pearceمشاهده پروفایل

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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research OrganisationAustralia

Dr. Mark Pearce is a Research Director and leader of the Characterisation Program within CSIRO's Mineral Resources Business Unit. He applies advanced microanalytical and synchrotron-based techniques to understand geological processes related to ore formation, mineral systems, and metal transport. His work underpins exploration strategies for gold, base metals, and critical minerals across Australia and globally. PhD, University of Liverpool (2009) MGeol, University of Leeds (2005) Mark is a leading expert in quantitative microstructural analysis and mineral chemistry, with research focusing on structural geology, metamorphic petrology, ore deposit petrology, and mineralogy. His work integrates field observations with high-resolution laboratory analyses to unravel the history of rock deformation, fluid-rock interaction, and metallogenesis. He has particular expertise in applying electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) and synchrotron X-ray fluorescence microscopy (XFM) to study replacement reactions, deformation mechanisms, and trace element distributions in minerals. His recent research publications and datasets highlight a strong trend in using cutting-edge analytical methods to probe micro- to nano-scale processes in mineral systems. These include studies on porphyry copper deposits, Carlin-type and orogenic gold systems, eclogite facies metamorphism, and magmatic Ni-Cu-Co sulfides. His work frequently involves collaboration with the Australian Synchrotron and academic partners to develop new exploration tools and interpret complex mineralogical data. Science Excellence Award - Early Career Researcher, CSIRO (2018) Mark leads or contributes to multiple ARC-funded projects, including ARC Discovery and Linkage projects focused on metal remobilisation and high-grade gold mineralisation. He has developed open-source software tools such as TCInvestigator and EBSDinterp to support thermodynamic modeling and microstructural data interpolation. He is also actively involved in professional service, serving on the Governing Council of the Geological Society of Australia and CSIRO’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, reflecting his commitment to advancing both science and workplace culture. He has led research teams in orebody geoscience and has extensive experience in both academic and applied geoscience settings, having previously worked as a structural geologist in the Zagros Mountains and as a postdoctoral researcher before joining CSIRO in 2012.

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Tom McCoyمشاهده پروفایل

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Delft University of TechnologyNetherlands

Tom McCoy is an Assistant Professor in the Radiation Science & Technology department at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), Faculty of Applied Sciences, since March 2024. He is a core member of the Neutron and Positron Methods for Materials group (NPM2) within the Reactor Institute. Education background: Bachelor of Science with Honours in Chemistry and Physiology, Monash University (2011-2014) PhD in Physical Chemistry, Monash University under Professor Rico Tabor (2015-2018) His research integrates experimental soft matter physics with sustainable materials development, specializing in surfactant self-assembly mechanisms, neutron/X-ray scattering techniques for sub-nanometer structural analysis, and stimuli-responsive colloidal systems. Current work focuses on eco-friendly surfactant design, graphene oxide nanomaterials, and functional coatings for anti-fouling applications using TU Delft's Reactor Institute facilities. Key scientific recognition: Oppenheimer Research Fellowship at University of Cambridge Junior Research Fellowship at Wolfson College, Cambridge Dr. McCoy teaches Advanced Materials Characterisation (CH3765) and Statistical Physics for minors (TN2625), leveraging his global experience from facilities including Diamond Light Source, ISIS Neutron Source, and Australian Synchrotron. His international collaborations span industry partners like Infineum UK Ltd. and research institutions across Europe, Australia, and Brazil.

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Ignacio Martin-Fabianiمشاهده پروفایل

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Loughborough UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr Ignacio Martin-Fabiani (also known as Dr Nacho Martin-Fabiani) is a Senior Lecturer in Materials Science and UKRI Future Leaders Fellow at Loughborough University, UK. He leads an experimental and modelling research group within the Department of Materials, focusing on advancing the understanding of liquid formulations and their applications across multiple industries including paints, coatings, adhesives, inks, and cosmetics. Dr Martin-Fabiani's educational background includes: 2022: Medici Enterprise Training Programme, University of Birmingham 2013: PhD, Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and Complutense University of Madrid 2010: MSc in Plastics and Rubber, Menéndez Pelayo International University 2008: BSc in Materials Physics, Complutense University of Madrid His research interests span colloid science, interface science, soft matter science and engineering, with particular focus on liquid formulations that film-form. His group employs advanced spectroscopy, microscopy, and scattering techniques to progress understanding in this field. More recently, his research has expanded into sustainable formulations including lifecycle analysis of biobased coatings, artificial intelligence for formulation optimization using evidence- and science-based approaches, and methods for microplastics detection and characterisation. His work has significant relevance to paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, cosmetics, and agricultural sectors. Dr Martin-Fabiani has received numerous prestigious awards including the 2024 Science Award at the Coatings Science International Conference, the 2020 UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship, the 2019 Polymer Lecture Exchange Award by the Institute of Physics and the American Physical Society, the 2016 Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellowship at Loughborough University, the 2016 Santander Mobility Award, and the 2015 Award for the best PhD Thesis using synchrotron light. He is actively involved in research funding through his UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship and welcomes applications from prospective researchers interested in joining his group. Dr Martin-Fabiani collaborates extensively across disciplines including Chemistry, Physics, Microbiology, and various branches of Engineering. He is passionate about soft materials research and its applications in liquid formulated products. Dr Martin-Fabiani's research group is multidisciplinary, focusing on fundamental science underpinning formulation and application, investigation of inorganic nanomaterials for antibacterial or abrasion resistant properties, development of optimization methods for product development, trials of environmentally friendly formulation ingredients, and sustainability assessments.

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Daniela Cartaمشاهده پروفایل

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University of SurreyUnited Kingdom

Daniela Carta is a Senior Lecturer in Physical Chemistry at the University of Surrey, within the Department of Chemistry in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. She serves as International Student Coordinator for the Department of Chemistry and coordinates multiple advanced chemistry modules including CHE3045 Topics in Physical Chemistry and CHEM027 Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry. Dr. Carta received her Chemistry degree with First-Class Honours (110/110 cum laude) from the University of Cagliari, Italy, followed by a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Kent, Canterbury, UK, where she researched sol-gel materials for biomedical applications. She completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCertHE) at the University of Surrey. Her primary research focuses on the development of phosphate-based glasses and gels for tissue engineering applications, utilizing in-solution techniques like coacervation and sol-gel synthesis for bone regeneration and wound healing. Dr. Carta's work bridges materials science, chemistry, and biomedical engineering, with particular emphasis on creating bioresorbable materials that can deliver therapeutic ions in a controlled manner. Her research has significant implications for regenerative medicine, particularly in developing alternatives to traditional antibiotic treatments for wound infections. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory in developing phosphate-based biomaterials with controlled release properties. Her work increasingly focuses on incorporating therapeutic metallic ions (such as silver, copper, zinc, and iron) into glass structures to enhance antibacterial properties while maintaining biocompatibility. The research demonstrates progression from fundamental material characterization to increasingly complex applications in wound healing and bone regeneration, with several studies now incorporating ex vivo testing on human tissue. Fellow of Higher Education Academy, UK Member of Royal Society of Chemistry Member of RSC Biomaterials Chemistry and RSC Chemical Nanoscience and Nanotechnology groups Member of the Society of Glass Technology Member of EU Networks: Skin Engineering and Modelling (NETSKIN), Network on porous semiconductors and oxides (NETPORE), Tendon Regeneration NETwork (TENET) Dr. Carta has successfully secured substantial research funding from major UK research councils including EPSRC, UKRI, MRC, and the Royal Society of Chemistry. Her current supervision includes four PhD students as primary or secondary supervisor, with two recently completed PhD projects focusing on phosphate-based glasses for tissue regeneration and antibacterial applications. She has also mentored multiple postdoctoral researchers specializing in glass synthesis and characterization. Her research is conducted within collaborative networks spanning multiple UK institutions including University of York, Aston University, Queen Mary University, UCL, and University of Kent, as well as international partners in Germany, Austria, and Italy. These collaborations enable comprehensive characterization of materials using advanced techniques including synchrotron radiation at Diamond Light Source.

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Yvonne Reinwaldمشاهده پروفایل

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Nottingham Trent UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr Yvonne Reinwald is a Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering within the School of Science & Technology at Nottingham Trent University (NTU). Previously at Keele University's Institute for Science and Technology, she conducted regenerative medicine research and taught cell biomechanics, bioreactors, and biomaterials. Her expertise spans tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and biomedical device development. Her research focuses on evaluating bioreactor performance for tissue engineering, specifically analyzing mechanical stimulation environments for cell growth and construct development. She also investigates biomedical implant characterization to establish quality control criteria for manufacturing and clinical translation, integrating biomaterials science, 3D tissue modeling, and advanced imaging techniques like microcomputed tomography. Publications from 2005-2016 reveal consistent innovation in scaffold design, bioreactor technology, and tissue construct assessment. Key contributions include methods for real-time mechanical property monitoring, scaffold interconnectivity analysis using supercritical CO2 foaming, and ultrasound-based post-processing techniques to enhance fluid transport in polymer scaffolds. Dr Reinwald received the Robert Brown Early Stage Investigator Award from the Tissue and Cell Engineering Society in 2016. Robert Brown Early Stage Investigator Award of the Tissue and Cell Engineering Society (2016) Details regarding student supervision and grant funding are not specified in the source material. She actively participates in the Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine International Society, Tissue and Cell Engineering Society, and Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine. As a STEMNET Ambassador, she engages in public outreach to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

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Philip Andrewsمشاهده پروفایل

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Monash UniversityAustralia

Professor Philip Andrews is a distinguished academic at Monash University's School of Chemistry, serving as Professor and Interim Head. His research focuses on discovering bioactive metal compounds, antimicrobial agents, and medical imaging technologies. He holds affiliations with the Monash Centre to Impact AMR and the Victorian Heart Institute. Andrews completed his PhD at the University of Strathclyde (1992) and has held prestigious fellowships, including Alexander von Humboldt and Royal Society awards. His work spans organometallic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and sustainable chemistry, contributing to UN SDGs in health and sustainability. Education PhD in Chemistry, University of Strathclyde (1992), Thesis: 'Synthesis and Characterisation of Novel Alkali Metal Amides.' Research Interests Andrews’ research integrates chemistry with medicine and sustainability, emphasizing: Development of metal-based antimicrobial agents targeting drug-resistant pathogens like Klebsiella and Leishmania. Design of bismuth and gallium complexes for medical imaging and therapeutics. Green synthesis methods, including microwave-assisted and solvent-free approaches. Grants & Projects He leads major projects like the ARC Training Centre for Advanced Radiochemical Technologies (2024–2029) and Combating Antimicrobial Resistance with Bismuth, Gallium, and Indium (2022–2026). His collaborations span global institutions, addressing AMR and sustainable materials. Awards Recipient of the 2022 prize 'From grave to cradle: Hunting new antimicrobials through sustainable drug discovery.' Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and Royal Australian Chemical Institute. Labs & Teams Andrews directs interdisciplinary teams advancing antimicrobial materials and medical imaging agents, with active partnerships in industry and academia.

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Soran Biroscaمشاهده پروفایل

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University of PortsmouthUnited Kingdom

Professor Soran Birosca is a faculty member at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Technology, leading the Materials Design & Characterisation (MD&C) Research Group within the School of Mechanical and Design Engineering. He holds a PhD from Loughborough University and has held previous roles at Swansea University, the University of Cambridge, and the University of Manchester. His research focuses on advanced manufacturing, materials characterisation, physical metallurgy, and alloy optimization, with expertise in microstructure/microtexture analysis and synchrotron/neutron diffraction techniques. Education: PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Loughborough University MSc in Corrosion Science and Engineering, University of Manchester BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Salahaddin University Research Interests: His work emphasizes microstructure-property relationships in alloys for aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors. Key areas include deformation mechanisms, phase transformations, and material processing optimization. Techniques employed include electron microscopy, diffraction-based methods, and in-situ mechanical testing. Recent Research Trends: Recent publications highlight corrosion mechanisms in marine environments, fatigue analysis in titanium alloys, and optimizing magnetic/mechanical properties in electrical steel. His studies often integrate advanced characterization tools to understand microstructural evolution and performance under extreme conditions. Grants & Advising: As a PhD supervisor, Prof. Birosca guides students in materials science and engineering. His grants support research on alloy design, additive manufacturing, and high-temperature material behavior. Collaborations span academia and industry, focusing on practical applications of materials innovation. Labs & Teams: Leads the MD&C Group, which collaborates with global institutions to advance materials characterization and design. Projects include developing novel alloys and optimizing manufacturing processes for critical infrastructure components.

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