Chemical Reaction Engineering
Autumn 2024 · Autumn 2025
folio 05 / Teaching
Learning begins with better questions.
I see the classroom as a place to connect fundamentals with the habit of inquiry: to understand a process, test an assumption, and learn how models can clarify the world.
Course archive
Courses taught.
Energy Technology
Spring 2022 · Spring 2023 · Spring 2024 · Spring 2025
Introduction to Chemical Engineering
Autumn 2017 · Autumn 2018 · Autumn 2019 · Autumn 2020 · Autumn 2022
Mass Transfer
Spring 2017 · Spring 2018 · Spring 2019
Computer Simulation Laboratory
Autumn 2025
Chemical Technology
Autumn 2018
Modelling and Simulation for Chemical Process Systems
Spring 2026
In practice
Recent course projects.
Spring 2024 · Energy Technology
Energy potential of duckweed
A course project exploring an unconventional biological resource through the lens of energy technology.
Autumn 2025 · Computer Simulation Laboratory
Research-paper project using CatMAP
A problem-based simulation exercise introducing students to microkinetic modelling through the open-source CatMAP framework.
Explore CatMAP ↗Research group
Working with students.
I work with students who want to understand catalysis deeply - through modelling, simulation, and careful reasoning about what happens on a surface. If that sounds like you, I'd like to hear from you.
If you would like to work with me, write to me with your programme and year, your relevant background, and the direction that interests you.
What I look for
- Curiosity, and the willingness to stay with a hard problem
- A sound grasp of thermodynamics and kinetics
- Some coding experience is helpful but not required - it can be learned here
- Care in checking results, and the ability to explain them clearly
Research directions
Microkinetic modelling
Building reaction networks that explain activity, selectivity, and how a catalyst deactivates.
DFT-guided catalyst screening
Using first-principles insight to screen bimetallic and single-atom alloys for promising behaviour.
Biorenewable chemicals
Designing catalytic routes that turn renewable feedstocks into fuels, chemicals, and hydrogen.
Low-carbon pathways
Exploring reforming, dehydrogenation, and CO2-assisted routes toward more responsible chemistry.
For students
Bring a question worth following.
Students interested in course projects, research problems, or thoughtful mentorship are welcome to write. A good conversation is often where the work begins.
Start a conversation