Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Bristol
I’m currently at University of Bristol as a Chair in Materials Science and Engineering. Before that I was at Exeter University (6 years) and Manchester University and UMIST (16 years).
My research interests are in cellulose structure and physical properties, natural fibre composites and nanocomposites, sustainable materials, biomimetics and decolonisation of STEM subjects.
Transparent wood is coming, and it could make an energy-efficient alternative to glass
Feb 12, 2021 08:53 am UTC| Science
Wood is an ancient material humans have been using for millions of years, for the construction of housing, ships and as a source of fuel for burning. Its also a renewable source, and one way to capture excess carbon...
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