Meet the Team
Our team is a diverse group of researchers and students working together in an environment that values academic rigor, collaboration, and mentorship. We place strong emphasis on learning, critical thinking, and professional development at all career stages

Postgraduate Researcher
Xiaojie Sun is a PhD student in the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science. Her research integrates aerosol science with crystal engineering to develop inhalable high-dose antibiotic microparticles for the treatment of lower respiratory tract infections in primary care. Prior to her PhD, Xiaojie completed an MSc in Pharmaceutics at China Pharmaceutical University, where she developed a strong foundation in drug formulation and material science.

Postgraduate Researcher
Chemical Engineer specializing in Water/Wastewater Treatment and Food Engineering with experience and background in the design, modelling, and optimisation of water/wastewater treatment systems. Adept at utilizing cutting-edge technologies i.e. membranes and AOPs to address the challenges of water scarcity and environmental degradation, with a passion for promoting sustainability and mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Former Team Members

Dr Gorkem Anil AL
Postdoctoral Researcher

Dr Jasmine Lightfoot
Postdoctoral Researcher

Dr Olusegun Olalere
Postdoctoral Researcher

Dr Laurent Perge
Postdoctoral Researcher

Dr Sharifah Alkandari
PhD Student - graduated 2025

Dr William Battell
PhD Student - graduated 2023

Dr Matthew Wilkinson
PhD Student - graduated 2023

Dr Jan Grols
PhD Student - graduated 2023

Dr Aneesa A
PhD Student - graduated 2023
Funding and Working Partners





