Cambridge University: BA/MA Natural Sciences (1982-85); PhD Surface Science (1985-1988); King's College Fellowship (1988-1989); Oppenheimer Fellowship (1988-1989). Durham University: Lecturer (1989-1996); Full Professor (1996-present). Research Outputs: 165 peer reviewed journal publications; 35 first named inventor patents; 67 plenary / invited lectures at international conferences; 3 start-up companies (Surface Innovations Ltd, Dow Corning Plasma Ltd, P2i Ltd).

Functional Surfaces and Surface Science