Developing and utilising spectroscopic techniques, including electron paramagnetic resonance and cavity enhanced spectroscopy as well as modern computational methods, for application to species of chemical and biological interest, such as understanding the structure and dynamics of reactive intermediates, catalysts and biomolecules.
We bring together expertise in spectroscopy, materials chemistry and computational modelling to understand how molecules and materials behave, and to solve some of society’s most pressing challenges.
By combining advanced experimental and computational approaches, we uncover the relationships between structure, properties and function across a wide range of chemical systems. Our research spans fundamental discovery and real-world application, helping to drive advances in health, energy and sustainability.
Research
Spectroscopy and molecular characterisation
We use state-of-the-art techniques to reveal how chemical and biological systems are structured, how they interact and how they change over time.
Our expertise includes:
- electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR)
- electron microscopy
- solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)
- computational chemistry and modelling
These approaches allow us to investigate reactive intermediates, catalysts and complex biomolecules, providing insights that are often inaccessible through conventional methods. By uncovering reaction mechanisms and molecular behaviour at the smallest scales, we help answer fundamental scientific questions and support the development of new technologies.
Functional materials for future technologies
We design, synthesise and characterise advanced organic and inorganic materials with applications across energy, healthcare and environmental technologies.
Our research includes:
- energy storage and conversion
- hydrogen technologies
- fuel cells
- carbon capture
- drug delivery
- membrane separations
- optoelectronics
- sensing technologies
- molecular imaging
We combine experimental research with computational modelling to understand the fundamental properties of materials and guide the design of next-generation solutions. This enables us to develop materials that perform more efficiently, operate more sustainably and address challenges that matter to people and communities worldwide.
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Research that matters
Our research makes a difference to people’s lives as we work across disciplines to tackle major challenges facing society, the economy and our environment.
Postgraduate research
Our research degrees give the opportunity to investigate a specific topic in depth among field-leading researchers.
Our research impact
Our research case studies highlight some of the areas where we deliver positive research impact.