Crick Group

Senior Lecturer - Materials Science - Queen Mary University of London

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Latest article from @CrickGroup (@QMULSEMS) details a methodology for improving the UV-stability of sulfur polymers. Working toward replacing persistant plastics. In collaboration with @KingstonUniChem and @unicampoficial
https://t.co/teFCz3bA0X

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A paper from @CrickGroup has just been published looking at the use of sulfur polymers for water treatment (https://t.co/IV9kTMH2pi). This is a collaborative piece of work between @QMULSEMS, @KingstonUniChem and @unicampoficial

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The deadline for applications is approaching for this PhD (22nd of April).

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A fully funded PhD studentship within the @CrickGroup is now available (stipend of £20,622 pa). More information and instructions on how to apply can be found here: https://t.co/dsze5Ne2of

[Crick Group @CrickGroup]

A fully funded PhD studentship within the @CrickGroup is now available (stipend of £20,622 pa). More information and instructions on how to apply can be found here: https://t.co/dsze5Ne2of

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A research article that questions the sustainability of using petrochemical solvents in liquid coating formulations is now available in @AIP_Publishing - research conducted in @QMULSEMS https://t.co/bRnXa5T19O

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New approach for removing molecular contaminants from water published in the Journal of Environmental Management; https://t.co/TlRFR46aOB

[QMUL School of Engineering and Materials Science @QMULSEMS]

New SEMS Vacancy: Lecturer in Materials and Surface Science Education: Department: School of Engineering & Materials Science
Salary: £45,931- £56,921 per annum
Grade: Grade 5
Reference: QMUL32618
Location: Mile End
Date posted: 3 May 2023
Closing date:… https://t.co/UaPN1V5VSV

[Advanced Portfolio @AdvPortfolio]

This SEM image shows bacteria on a microscopic coated pillar.

In this study, @CrickGroup @QMULSEMS @abish_stephen explore how topology, specifically the spacing of tiny pillars, affects the antibacterial properties of superhydrophobic surfaces.

👉https://t.co/RatCXP9doT

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Correction; without the use of biocides.

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Report on optimising surface morphology for the repulsion of bacteria. These surfaces were able to repel 99.9% of bacteria by simply structuring the surface (with the use if biocides). @QMULSEMS and @QMULBartsTheLon https://t.co/hFzxfxB2CG

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One of our recent publication ‘Investigating the Viability of Sulfur Polymers for the Fabrication of Photoactive, Antimicrobial, Water Repellent Coatings’ is featured in @JMaterChem Journal of Materials Chemistry B 2022 Most Popular Articles collection: https://t.co/fG1lpW8Zm3

[ACS_Omega @ACS_Omega]

▶️ Study on the Influence of Polymer/Particle Properties on the Resilience of Superhydrophobic #Coatings

👥 Yasmin A. Mehanna and Colin R. Crick

https://t.co/NrECJsVEne

@QMULSEMS @MIF_UoL #Polymers #Materials

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New publication showing the implementation of a straightforward imaging technique for maximising the resilience of coatings - published in @ACS_Omega

A collaborative effort between @livuniphyssci and @QMULSEMS

https://t.co/T7Mzf7rG5V

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Report from the group investigating the use of sulphur polymers for their use as antifouling/biocidal materials. In collaboration with the @TomHasell Group published in @JMaterChem https://t.co/mjRAljIRvP

@QMULSciEng @livuniphyssci

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Applications now open for a PhD position @QMULSEMS (collab w/ Prof Nicola Pugno (Chinese Nationals - CSC funded). Dedicated to 'The computer-aided design and fabrication of high-strength micro-structured materials'.

Details via https://t.co/fdbsnUWGmp

[QMUL School of Engineering and Materials Science @QMULSEMS]

The celebration of 50 years of Materials @QMUL kicks off in the Octagon with presentations from our founding Heads of Materials.
#Materials50
https://t.co/99wAdOOJt8

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Report from the group of a straightforward method for quantitatively assessing coating damage/wear, now available:
https://t.co/D8xMzKr8gg

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New publication in collaboration with @EdelResearch reporting the generation of highly resilient superhydrophobic composites:
https://t.co/L2vckUIZYl

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New publication from the group reporting a straightforward method for making oil-water separation filters;
https://t.co/k4CrZPT1HD

[Chem Soc Rev @ChemSocRev]

Learn about the challenges, achievements and applications of submersible superhydrophobic materials in Colin Crick's @ColC86 #openaccess Review. Available to read here 🔓👇 https://t.co/aSjaUjQ7nE