Dr. Ian Williams

Biography

Ian Williams is a Professor of Applied Environmental Science at the University of Southampton. He has a distinguished career in environmental science, particularly in waste resource management, carbon management, and air pollution. Ian obtained his degree in Chemistry from the University of Surrey in 1988 and completed his PhD on public attitudes towards air pollution from road traffic at Middlesex University in 1995. He has served as a lecturer at Middlesex University, the University of Central Lancashire, and has been at the University of Southampton since 2005. Ian has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and has produced over 100 commercial project reports. His current research focuses on air and water pollution, sustainability, and the impacts of microplastics. An avid supporter of experiential learning, Ian emphasizes student engagement and has led modules in water pollution and environmental management. He has received numerous awards, including the Campus Sustainability Research Award from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, the ISWA Publication Award, and the Institution of Civil Engineers Baker Medal. Ian is committed to helping students develop skills that prepare them for careers in sustainability and environmental management.

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