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Prof. Peter
M. Budd Department of
Chemistry The
University of Manchester Manchester
M13 9PL, UK |
Email: Peter.Budd@manchester.ac.uk Tel: ++161
275 4711 |
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Welcome to the
fascinating world of molecules and macromolecules. We carry out fundamental
research on polymers and their interactions with small molecules. We develop materials for
a variety of applications, including membranes for molecular separations. |
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POLYMERS
THAT BEHAVE AS MOLECULAR SIEVES Polymers of intrinsic
microporosity (PIMs) were invented in Manchester. They behave like molecular
sieves because they have rigid, contorted macromolecular backbones. |
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MEMBRANES
THAT SELECTIVELY TRANSPORT MOLECULES A membrane may be used to
separate mixtures of gases or liquids into their components. To be useful, a
membrane material needs to be both highly selective (i.e., one type of
molecule must pass through more easily than others) and highly permeable
(i.e., it must let a lot through). We are developing membranes
for applications such as carbon dioxide capture and biofuel recovery. |
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We are collaborating with
researchers at Bath University, Edinburgh University, Newcastle University,
Imperial College London and Queen Mary University of London in the
development of high selectivity membranes, with support from the EPSRC SynHiSel Programme Grant. |
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We are involved with research on graphene and other 2D
materials. |
Watch a video about
Graphene: Membranes and their practical applications Watch
a video about Graphene’s potential to provide drinking water |
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We are based in the Organic Materials Innovation Centre (OMIC)
in the Chemistry Building at the University of Manchester. OMIC is linked to the Knowledge Centre for Materials Chemistry
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For an introduction to polymer science from an American
perspective, visit the Macrogalleria. |
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RECRUITMENT When postdoctoral positions are
available, they are advertised on the University website and at https://www.jobs.ac.uk/. I am not recruiting new PhD
students. |
NETWORK YOUNG
MEMBRAINS Network Young Membrains
meetings provide the opportunity for early career researchers and
industrialists to meet and present their work. You can download the
NYM2020 programme and abstracts here. |
Updated 7 October 2024
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