After a number of years in industry as a metallurgist, I joined the university and have actively been working towards drawing industry and the university closer together. My research interests are centred around solving real world problems with welding, joining and metallurgy themes.

Following completion of an undergraduate degree in Materials Engineering, I then went on to undertake an MBA and following that successfully completing a PhD on the effects of CMT welding on ferritic stainless steels all studied part time.  

I have held a number of roles within the  during my time here including, course leader for the foundation year programme, collaborative course leader for programmes delivered at Derby College and North Lindsey College. 
 
I have also undertaken the student recruitment lead role and I am currently the deputy head of school for the School of Engineering and Built Environment.