About
Our research covers a range of topics related to sustainability in chemical processes. These topics include:
- carbon capture
- utilisation and storage
- catalytic reactions
- efficient separation processes
- water technologies
Our research spans the molecular and macro scales, from molecular synthesis to large-scale process modelling.
Coordination chemistry and solid-state materials also feature prominetly in our work. This includes research into nanoparticles, porous frameworks, mixed anion materials, thin films, and coatings. We use these materials to tackle problems in energy, sustainability, healthcare, and diagnostics.
People, projects and publications
People
Powder and materials X-ray diffraction facility
The powder and materials diffraction facilities offer a range of capabilities from simple phase identification through to complex materials analysis.
Electron diffraction facility
Our electron diffraction facility enables single-crystal structure analysis of crystallites too small for single-crystal X-ray diffraction experiments.
Chromatography and mass spectrometry facility
We host 11 different mass spectrometry instruments with a range of ionisation techniques, analyser types and chromatography inlets.
Single crystal X-ray diffraction facility
We provide a structure characterisation service and conduct research in chemical crystallography. We are home to four extremely high powered rotating anode diffractometers, with two copper source and two molybdenum source instruments.
Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy facility
Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a highly effective analytical tool that enables the assignment of functional groups, atom connectivity, and 3D molecular structures by combining a wide range of 1D and 2D NMR experiments.
Our multidisciplinary research is at the forefront of sustainable chemical technologies and novel materials for energy storage and conversion
Related research institutes, centres and groups
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Spectroscopy, Spectrometry, and Structure
We develop and apply state-of-the-art tools and methods to provide chemical and structural insights into materials, biological and environmental systems -
Digital and Data-Driven Methods
We make leading contributions in wide-ranging applications that connect to other important themes in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, such as materials, catalysis, and health. -
Energy and Electrochemistry
We have a strong interest in the fundamentals of electrochemical science and technology including interactions with biological systems, cavitation, microelectrode techniques, new technique development and scanning methods. -
Organic and Biological Chemistry
We focus on the synthesis and discovery of novel compounds, the development of sustainable methodologies, and the application of organic chemistry to explore and manipulate biological systems.
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If you have a question for the group or the School, please contact us using the email addresses below.