Dr. Patrick Grant

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Biography

Professor Patrick Grant is the Vesuvius Chair in Materials and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of Oxford. His research focuses on advanced materials manufacturing, encompassing a wide range of structural and functional materials. Current activities include the development of structured electrodes for supercapacitors and batteries, 3D printed materials with spatially varying electromagnetic properties for microwave devices, and advanced metallics for power generation. He has recently explored X-ray imaging techniques to study microstructural evolution, particularly in solidifying alloys. His work applies various manufacturing techniques used in the industry, such as vacuum plasma spraying and field-assisted sintering, as well as novel processes like spray deposition and multi-suspension 3D printing of dielectric materials. Professor Grant's research leverages numerical modeling for device design, which provides insights into the underlying process physics and aids in controlling the final properties of materials. He collaborates closely with industry and universities both in the UK and worldwide to advance the field of materials science.

Research Interests

Experience

Vesuvius Chair of Materials

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Oxford • Oxford, England

Professor Patrick Grant leads research in advanced materials and serves as Pro-Vice-Chancellor for research.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.