Dr. Peter Nixon

Professor

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Biography

Peter Nixon's research group focuses on the study of solar energy conversion in chloroplasts and cyanobacteria. His primary research interests include enhancing light reactions of photosynthesis, the assembly and repair of photosystem II, biogenesis of the thylakoid membrane, and synthetic biology of cyanobacterial chloroplasts. His work also emphasizes sustainable protein production, aiming to leverage photosynthetic organisms for efficient and eco-friendly bioproduction methods. He has held prominent academic positions, including a visiting professorship at Nanyang Technological University and guest professorship at Nanchang University.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Professor

2016-01-15 — 2020-01-14

Nanyang Technological University • Singapore

Conducted research and taught in the School of Biological Sciences.

Guest Professor

2025-09-01 — Present

Nanchang University • China

Collaborating on research projects.

Requirements for Imperial College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • CV/resume
  • Official university transcripts
  • Two academic or professional references
  • Application fee (£90)
Specialization Notes

Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.