Interdisciplinary research

Interdisciplinary research available at the interface of physics, chemistry and biology. Areas of research available in nanomaterials, biomaterials, polymers, biocompatibility, antibacterials and peptide interactions. Characterisation of new biomaterials by optical, electron and atomic probe microscopes. The biomaterial interaction with biomolecules using spectroscopic ellipsometry, neutron reflectivity, AFM, fluorescence techniques and FTIR.
The successful candidate will be based within a multidisciplinary setting that enables further training in advanced physicochemical characterisation (Ellipsometry, AFM, SANS), cell culture and organic synthesis. The flexibility within this research can allow the student to develop the project; however inclination for polymer synthesis and/or cell culture would be beneficial. Travel expected for collaboration, candidates are expected to have an excellent disposition, attention to detail and enthusiasm