Meet the team

  • Daren J Caruana

    Professor Daren J Caruana is a distinguished electrochemist renowned for his pioneering research in electrochemical phenomena the gas phase by considering a plasma as an electrolyte. He applied many of the cardinal rules and laws of liquid phase electrochemistry to the gas phase for the first time, for which he was recognised by the awards of Marlow Medal and Martin Fleischmann Lectureship from the RSC. Based at University College London (UCL), his work bridges fundamental science with innovative applications, driving advancements in energy storage, environmental monitoring, and chemical sensors. Prof. Caruana's research focuses on understanding and manipulating electrochemical processes at the interface of gases and liquids, leading to breakthroughs in sustainable energy solutions and pollutant detection.

  • Francis Lockwood Estrin

    Dr. Francis Lockwood Estrin, currently at University College London (UCL), is involved in cutting-edge research on plasma metal deposition, working with atmospheric pressure plasma jets to develop rapid and sustainable metal printing techniques. His recent work includes the deposition of highly conductive metal interconnections on various substrates, including glass and ceramics. Prior to joining UCL, he was a Post-Doctoral Research Assistant at the University of Liverpool and ASTeC, where he focused on A-Symmetrical HiPIMS for superconducting thin films, with applications in RF accelerators. His experience also extends to space propulsion technologies at QinetiQ, including contributions to the BepiColombo mission.

  • Oliver S J Hagger

    Oliver S J Hager is a materials scientist with expertise in advanced metallic materials, coatings, and data visualisation, currently completing a PhD in Materials Chemistry at University College London (UCL) in partnership with DSTL. His research spans fundamental science and applied innovations, with hands-on experience in cutting-edge characterisation techniques such as SEM, XRD, and CFD simulations. He has contributed to research around the world including at Brown University and the University of Southampton. With several publications in top-tier journals, Oliver S J Hagger has made significant contributions to sensor technologies and energy materials. Their multidisciplinary expertise and international collaborations position them at the forefront of advancements in sustainable energy and environmental technologies.