Research Interests

I have now retired from the University.  For 17 years it was my honour and pleasure to lead a highly talented, motivated and effective team who were also super to work with.  They always strived to deliver a highly reliable and effective service meeting the needs of the users within the Department of Chemistry.

I am still research active and am grateful to have access to the Department library and colleagues to discuss my work.  Currently I am focusing on magnetically induced currents in Organic molecules with a potential application of making very small and fast electrical components.   I acquired a second PhD via special regulations through the work that I have published whilst at the University.

I am grateful to the senior leadership team in the Department of Chemistry for allowing me to work flexibly with the wider University which provided and continues to provide many opportunities.  I enjoyed being the IT coordinator across the School of Physical Sciences, being the Senior Proctor in the University as well as getting involved with a college (Peterhouse) that had its provided its own rewards.

Prior to joining the University I was at Glaxo/GSK for 24 years.  In the early part of my career I worked in as a Chemist in molecular computer graphics.  Later my career evolved into IT infrastructure management.  I also provide external research degree supervision.  Current themes include Six Sigma process improvement methodology.

I am  passionate about helping other people with their personal development and continue to provide mentoring support to several people within the School of Physical Science.

Being retired means that I also have more time indulge myself in my hobbies, to accompany my wife on more travels and spend time more time with my children and grandchildren in Finland and Bristol.