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Lee Fielding obtained a Master of Chemistry with honors from the University of Sheffield in 2008, followed by a PhD in 2012, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of colloidal nanocomposite particles under the supervision of Professor Steven P. Armes, FRS. He commenced his career as a Postdoctoral Researcher, developing bespoke colloidal particles via RAFT dispersion polymerization. In 2015, he took a Lectureship in the Department of Materials at The University of Manchester and was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2021. Currently, he holds the position of Head of Education within the Materials Science and Engineering department and has been instrumental in leading postgraduate taught studies. His research interests lie in the design, synthesis, and application of polymers and polymer colloids, with a strong focus on sustainable materials. Fielding specializes in the preparation of colloidal nanoparticles and nanocomposites, using controlled radical polymerization techniques for various applications including biomedical diagnostics and sustainable waterborne protective coatings. He is also active in several professional committees, relating to colloid science and materials engineering.
University of Manchester • Manchester
Head of Education Materials Science Engineering, involved in various academic and administrative roles within the Department of Materials.
Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.