Overview
Background
Professor Darren Martin FTSE
A Translational Materials Scientist and Intensive Connector, Darren's work sits at the nexus of three key themes of strong fundamental materials science, safe biomaterials and nanomaterials and scalable advanced manufacturing
Darren has always had a strong passion for translation, as evidenced by the following four major research translation outputs, which share the capacity of advanced materials to enable impacts in health, sustainability, and social empowerment:
1996-2012 - Aortech Biomaterials Ltd: We developed a more biostable pacemaker lead insulation which is now implanted in over 80 million people worldwide (Abbott Medical).
2001-2020 - TenasiTech Pty Ltd: In 2020 our scratch resistant and break-proof acrylic glass technology was sold to RTP, a multinational plastics compounder who now sell into several large markets (appliances, personal care, construction, cell phone cases, automotive parts, etc).
2011-2022 - Spinifex Nanocellulose Platform Technology: In 2021, this technology was licensed to Brisbane startup Trioda Medical Pty Ltd for the development of injectable medical gels.
2015-Present - Sorghum-derived Microfibrillated Cellulose (MFC): My team have demonstrated that sorghum grasses can be pulped and refined into MFC in a far more sustainable manner than wood biomass.
International Collaborators and Industry Partners
Professor Martin’s current international collaborators include Stony Brook University (USA), DTU (Denmark) and IIT-Delhi (India). He also has several materials co-development projects and collaborations with companies such as Advanta Seeds, GSA Innovation, Opal Paper, Cardia Bioplastics, GMG, GrapheneX, Duromer, OPS, Dulux, Australian Wood Fibre and others.
Prizes, Honours and Awards
Excellence & Commercialisation
• 2020 - UTS Chancellor’s Award (awarded to the top Alumni from the whole of UTS each year)
• 2020 - UTS Alumni Award for Excellence - Faculty of Science • 2016 & 2019 - 2 UQ Partners in Research Excellence Awards (PIREAs) (Spinifex project Bulugudu partnership)
• 2015 - State finalist in the 2015 Telstra Business Awards (TenasiTech Pty Ltd)
• 2010 - UQ Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology Commercialisation Award
• 2010 - Engineers Australia Nanoengineering Panel
• 2007 - iLab Prize at the QLD Enterprise Awards (lead to TenasiTech pre-seed investment from UniSeed)
Service & Leadership
• 2021 - ATSE Reconciliation Action Plan reference group and Industry and Innovation Forum
• 2021 - ATSE President Nominations and Interview Committee to deliberate on the current ATSE President
• 2019 - UQ Teams Leadership Award (Spinifex project Bulugudu partnership)
• 2019 - Business Higher Education Round Table Award (Community Engagement Bulugudu partnership)
• 1993 - Member of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute RACI and the RACI QLD Polymer Group
Availability
- Professor Darren Martin is:
- Available for supervision
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Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Applied Science, University of Technology Sydney
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Technology Sydney
Research interests
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Efficient biomass conversion into advanced materials using green chemistry
Combine green solvents and high throughput processes like twin screw extrusion and high energy ball milling to upcycle crop residues and organic waste
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Polymer nanocomposites
Layered silicate, carbon nanomaterial or nanocellulose reinforced nanocomposites Enhancement of renewable materials using the nanocomposite approach
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Biological interactions with nanomaterials
Nanofiller toxicity, safety and occupational hygiene Biomedical nanocomposites biocompatibility and durability
Research impacts
Key Impact Outputs. My research has led to invention of seven licensed and granted patent families in the polymer nanocomposites and micro/nanocellulose fields for which I received the 2007 iLab Prize in the national Enterprize Competition and the 2010 UQ EAIT Commercialisation award and the 2020 UTS Chancellor’s Award.
Outcomes from my Work
Aortech Biomaterials Ltd: I contributed significantly to the discovery, business plan, pitching and early-stage commercialisation of biostable polyurethanes of this spinoff from the CRC for Cardiac Technology. 19 papers published, 4 PhD students completed.
TenasiTech Pty Ltd: Inventor. Employed as CSO 2013- 2016. Employed 9 technical staff, $6.5M Venture Capital (VC) investment, $3.2M research grants, $1.3M infrastructure support, 3 patents (P1-P3) all licensed to TenasiTech Pty Ltd, 4 book chapters, 32 journal papers, 14 PhD students completed, critical contributions to federal policy on nanosafety and occupational hygiene, significant curriculum content and lectures in Biomaterials and Nanomaterials undergraduate courses.
Spinifex Nanocellulose Platform Technology: In 2021, this technology was licensed to Brisbane startup Trioda Medical Pty Ltd for the development of injectable medical gels. I was inventor and research leader together with Bulugudu Ltd (formerly Dugalunji Aboriginal Corporation (DAC)). This work has been widely recognised, as the project respects Aboriginal traditional owners’ knowledge about Spinifex and ensures ongoing equity and involvement. $2.6M VC investment by UniSeed/UniSuper Nov 2022, $6.5M research grants, $1.5M infrastructure support, 4 patents (P4-P7). All licensed to Bulugudu and Trioda Medical Pty Ltd), 2 book chapters and 24 journal papers, 14 PhD completions, 3% of commercialisation revenue will go to an Indigenous Education Fund, prioritising remote Indigenous education in STEM and nanotechnology.
Sorghum-derived Microfibrillated Cellulose (MFC): My team have demonstrated that sorghum can be pulped and refined into MFC in a far more sustainable manner than wood biomass (IP protection ongoing). We developed a new method to refine sorghum using a very scalable, high throughput twin-screw extrusion process. We have also demonstrated that the different primary sorghum plant sections (e.g. leaf, sheath and stem) are associated with different composition and structure, and can be tailored for different applications (e.g. advanced carbons, bio-composites, recycled paper, bio-gels etc). To date, $5.6M related research grants and commercial subcontracts, 7 journal papers, 2 PhD students completed.
"Waterless Fibrillation" of Biomass and Industrial Cellulose Waste (WF): My team have invented two different green solvolysis platforms that avoid strong acids, bases and the bulk associated with using of large amounts of water. We are currently expolring the utility of these processes for products across Biocomposites, AgTech, CO2 Electrochemical Conversion and pharmaceutical applications.
Works
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Featured
2010
Journal Article
Synthesis and characterization of dual radiolabeled layered double hydroxide nanoparticles for use in in vitro and in vivo nanotoxicology studies
Musumeci, Anthony W., Schiller, Tara L., Xu, Zhi Ping, Minchin, Rodney F., Martin, Darren J. and Smith, Suzanne V. (2010). Synthesis and characterization of dual radiolabeled layered double hydroxide nanoparticles for use in in vitro and in vivo nanotoxicology studies. The Journal of Physical Chemistry Part C: Nanomaterials and Interfaces, 114 (2), 734-740. doi: 10.1021/jp905347x
Featured
2009
Journal Article
SERS of Semiconducting Nanoparticies (TiO2 Hybrid Composites)
Musumeci, Anthony, Gosztola, David, Schiller, Tara, Dimitrijevic, Nada M., Mujica, Vladimiro, Martin, Darren and Rajh, Tijana (2009). SERS of Semiconducting Nanoparticies (TiO2 Hybrid Composites). Journal of The American Chemical Society, 131 (17), 6040-6041. doi: 10.1021/ja808277u
Featured
2006
Journal Article
The biocompatibility of carbon nanotubes
Smart, S. K., Cassady, A. I., Lu, G. Q. and Martin, D. J. (2006). The biocompatibility of carbon nanotubes. Carbon, 44 (6), 1034-1047. doi: 10.1016/j.carbon.2005.10.011
Featured
2005
Journal Article
Segmented polyurethane nanocomposites: Impact of controlled particle size nanofillers on the morphological response to uniaxial deformation
Finnigan, Bradley, Jack, Kevin, Campbell, Kayleen, Halley, Peter, Truss, Rowan, Casey, Phil, Cookson, David, King, Stephen and Martin, Darren (2005). Segmented polyurethane nanocomposites: Impact of controlled particle size nanofillers on the morphological response to uniaxial deformation. Macromolecules, 38 (17), 7386-7396. doi: 10.1021/ma0508911
Featured
2005
Journal Article
Polyethylene multiwalled carbon nanotube composites
McNally, T., Potschke, P., Halley, P. J., Murphy, J. M., Martin, D. J., Bell, S. E. J., Brennan, G. P., Bein, D., Lemoine, P. and Quinn, J. P. (2005). Polyethylene multiwalled carbon nanotube composites. Polymer, 46 (19), 8222-8232. doi: 10.1016/j.polymer.2005.06.094
Featured
2004
Journal Article
Morphology and properties of thermoplastic polyurethane nancomposites incorporating hydrophilic layered silicates
Finnigan, Bradley, Martin, Darren, Halley, Peter, Truss, Rowan and Campbell, Kayleen (2004). Morphology and properties of thermoplastic polyurethane nancomposites incorporating hydrophilic layered silicates. Polymer, 45 (7), 2249-2260. doi: 10.1016/j.polymer.2004.01.049
Featured
2004
Journal Article
Long-term in vivo biostability of poly(dimethylsiloxane) / poly(hexamethylene oxide) mixed macrodiol-based polyurethane elastomers
Simmons, A., Hyvarinen, J., Odell, R. A., Martin, D. J., Gunatillake, P. A., Noble, K. R. and Poole-Warren, L. A. (2004). Long-term in vivo biostability of poly(dimethylsiloxane) / poly(hexamethylene oxide) mixed macrodiol-based polyurethane elastomers. Biomaterials, 25 (20), 4887-4900. doi: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2004.01.004
2024
Journal Article
Tribological and mechanical characterization of glass fiber polyamide composites under hydrothermal aging
Khakbaz, Hadis, Basnayake, Asanka Pradeep, Harikumar, Akshay Krishna Ambika, Firouzi, Mahshid, Martin, Darren and Heitzmann, Michael (2024). Tribological and mechanical characterization of glass fiber polyamide composites under hydrothermal aging. Polymer Degradation and Stability, 227 110870, 110870. doi: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2024.110870
2024
Journal Article
Graphene/graphene oxide and melamine as synergistic additives for polyester nanocomposite coatings
Zhao, Yitian, Lin, Weikang, Edwards, Grant, Zou, Yanbin, Zhao, Xiujuan, Song, Shuning, Heitzmann, Michael, Martin, Darren, Grøndahl, Lisbeth, Lu, Mingyuan and Huang, Han (2024). Graphene/graphene oxide and melamine as synergistic additives for polyester nanocomposite coatings. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 320 129384. doi: 10.1016/j.matchemphys.2024.129384
2024
Journal Article
Mechanical properties and scratch recovery of nanoclay/polyester composite coatings for pre-coated metal (PCM) sheets
Lin, Weikang, Zhao, Yitian, Edwards, Grant, Guo, Qiang, Chen, Tianzhen, Song, Shuning, Heitzmann, Michael, Martin, Darren, Grøndahl, Lisbeth, Lu, Mingyuan and Huang, Han (2024). Mechanical properties and scratch recovery of nanoclay/polyester composite coatings for pre-coated metal (PCM) sheets. Composites Part B: Engineering, 273 111217. doi: 10.1016/j.compositesb.2024.111217
2024
Journal Article
Dispersion engineering of cellulose nanofibres in polyols: for controlled microstructure of high-performance polyurethane insulation foam
Haridevan, Hima, Evans, David A. C., Martin, Darren and Annamalai, Pratheep Kumar (2024). Dispersion engineering of cellulose nanofibres in polyols: for controlled microstructure of high-performance polyurethane insulation foam. Materials Advances, 5 (4), 1540-1551. doi: 10.1039/d3ma00865g
2024
Book Chapter
Polyurethane foam: the foaming process and the effect of process parameters on properties
Haridevan, Hima, Septevani, Athanasia A., Evans, David A. C., Martin, Darren J. and Annamalai, Pratheep K. (2024). Polyurethane foam: the foaming process and the effect of process parameters on properties. Handbook of thermosetting foams, aerogels, and hydrogels: from fundamentals to advanced applications. (pp. 93-118) Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/b978-0-323-99452-1.00021-8
2024
Journal Article
Achieving ultra-tear resistant high-performance natural rubber nanocomposite via bio-inspired lignocellulosic compatibilization
Hosseinmardi, Alireza, Amiralian, Nasim, Martin, Darren J. and Annamalai, Pratheep K. (2024). Achieving ultra-tear resistant high-performance natural rubber nanocomposite via bio-inspired lignocellulosic compatibilization. Industrial Crops and Products, 207 117729, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2023.117729
2023
Journal Article
Tuning the microstructure of polyurethane foam using nanocellulose for improved thermal insulation properties through an efficient dispersion methodology
Septevani, Athanasia A., Evans, David A. C., Martin, Darren J., Song, Pingan and Annamalai, Pratheep K. (2023). Tuning the microstructure of polyurethane foam using nanocellulose for improved thermal insulation properties through an efficient dispersion methodology. Polymer Composites, 44 (12), 8857-8869. doi: 10.1002/pc.27743
2023
Journal Article
Influence of Counter-Face Grit Size and Lubricant on the Abrasive Wear Behaviour of Thermoplastic Polymers Reinforced with Glass Fibres
Zaghloul, Moustafa Mahmoud Yousry, Steel, Karen, Veidt, Martin, Martin, Darren, Firouzi, Mahshid and Heitzmann, Michael T. (2023). Influence of Counter-Face Grit Size and Lubricant on the Abrasive Wear Behaviour of Thermoplastic Polymers Reinforced with Glass Fibres. Tribology Letters, 71 (3) 102, 1-22. doi: 10.1007/s11249-023-01774-9
2023
Journal Article
X-ray tomographic reconstruction for understanding lignin-induced changes in the microstructure and properties of polyurethane insulation foam
Haridevan, Hima, Barkauskas, Deborah, Sokolowski, Kamil A., Evans, David A.C., Martin, Darren J. and Annamalai, Pratheep K. (2023). X-ray tomographic reconstruction for understanding lignin-induced changes in the microstructure and properties of polyurethane insulation foam. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 5 (9), 6772-6780. doi: 10.1021/acsapm.3c00380
2023
Journal Article
N and S co-doped nanosheet-like porous carbon derived from sorghum biomass: mechanical nanoarchitecturing for upgraded potassium ion batteries
Kim, Minjun, Ma, Liang, Li, Zhibin, Mai, Wenjie, Amiralian, Nasim, Rowan, Alan E., Yamauchi, Yusuke, Qin, Aimiao, Afzal, Rana Arslan, Martin, Darren, Nanjundan, Ashok Kumar and Li, Jinliang (2023). N and S co-doped nanosheet-like porous carbon derived from sorghum biomass: mechanical nanoarchitecturing for upgraded potassium ion batteries. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 11 (31), 16626-16635. doi: 10.1039/d3ta03215a
2023
Conference Publication
Sustainable Production of Non-wood MFC Biocomposites for Compostable Personal Care and Packaging Applications
Martin, Darren, Pennells, Jordan, Haridevan, Hima and Chaleat, Celine (2023). Sustainable Production of Non-wood MFC Biocomposites for Compostable Personal Care and Packaging Applications. TAPPI Nano, Vancouver, BC, Canada, 12-16 June 2023.
2023
Other Outputs
Sorghum as a novel biomass for the sustainable production of cellulose nanofibres
Pennells, Jordan and Martin, Darren (2023). Sorghum as a novel biomass for the sustainable production of cellulose nanofibres. The University of Queensland. (Dataset) doi: 10.48610/40476dd
2023
Conference Publication
Carbon Nanocellulose applications in the nanocomposite industry
Amiralian, Nasim, Hosseinmardi, Alireza, Jiang, Edward and Martin, Darren (2023). Carbon Nanocellulose applications in the nanocomposite industry. Fibre Futures 2023, Geelong, VIC Australia, 8-10 May 2023.
Funding
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Supervision
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Available projects
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Enzyme-assisted deconstruction of lignocellulose and reconstruction into high value bio-derived advanced materials
UQ-DTU joint RHD scholarship scheme
This project brings together highly-complementary discoveries and expertise in the area of lignocellulose-derived advanced materials as important future substitutes for fossil-based materials. To harness the full potential of lignocellulose, is it paramount that its three native, polymeric structures (cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin) are preserved, however current biomass pre-treatment and refining strategies are too destructive, which significantly reduces the quality, consistency and therefore full potential of current bio-derived materials. In this project, the aims are; (1) to investigate enzyme-assisted, mild fractionation of lignocellulose into these three major polymeric components, and (2) to understand how this approach can be combined with efficient downstream processes for the production and application of lignocellulose-derived advanced materials, including micro and nano-cellulose fibres that could be used in applications such as hydrogels, compostable composites and packaging. This will be done by bringing together the engineering strengths at UQ, and the enzymatic strenths at DTU (Denmark) through collaborative RHD investigations and researcher exchange between UQ and DTU. This joint scheme funds one RHD student in each institution, with exchange and time spent at each laboratory mandatory.
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring lignocellulose-derived nanomaterials in CO2 electrochemical conversion
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Xiwang Zhang, Dr Mike Tebyetekerwa
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Doctor Philosophy
Green Polymer Nanocomposites based on PBAT and Nanocellulose
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Developing high performance nanocomposite coatings for manufacturing domestic appliances
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lisbeth Grondahl, Dr Michael Heitzmann, Dr Grant Edwards
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Doctor Philosophy
Enzyme-assisted deconstruction of lignocellulose and reconstruction into high value bio-derived advanced materials
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Adrian Oehmen, Dr Mike Tebyetekerwa
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Master Philosophy
Improving crop establishment with biogels in a variable and changing climate
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Gunnar Kirchhof, Dr Joe Eyre
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Doctor Philosophy
Optimizing low emission technology for clean energy transition
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Xiwang Zhang
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Doctor Philosophy
High performance starch-based biopolymer films
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Emilie Gauthier, Professor Peter Halley
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Doctor Philosophy
Optimising the Tribomechanical Performance of Engineering Polyamide 6 through Synergistic Incorporation of Functionalised Organoclay and Solving Wear-Related Issues in Aquaculture Pens Subjected to High-Energy Conditions
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Byron Villacorta, Dr Michael Heitzmann
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Doctor Philosophy
Rheological enhancement of biopolymer composites for commercial-scale processing of novel products
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Halley, Dr Michael Heitzmann, Dr Clement Chan, Dr Luigi Vandi
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Doctor Philosophy
Optimising the Tribomechanical Performance of Engineering Polyamide 6 through Synergistic Incorporation of Functionalised Organoclay and Solving Wear-Related Issues in Aquaculture Pens Subjected to High-Energy Conditions
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Byron Villacorta, Dr Michael Heitzmann
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Doctor Philosophy
Structure-property-end of life performances of starch-based films
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Dr Emilie Gauthier, Professor Peter Halley
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
A systematic investigation on the valorisation of carbon from sorghum biomass for energy storage materials
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai, Professor Ashok Kumar Nanjundan
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
The Influence of Cellulose Nanofibre and Lignin Additives on the Structure and Properties of Rigid Polyurethane Foam
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Sorghum as a Novel Biomass for the Sustainable Production of Cellulose Nanofibres: An inquiry into Quality, Sustainability, and Statistical Variability
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Ian Godwin, Dr Celine Chaleat
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Cellulose Nanofibre and Nanopaper: Structure-property-processing Relationship and Green Surface Modification
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lisbeth Grondahl, Dr Nasim Amiralian
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Renewable chemicals and fuel additives from lignin: an interplay of lignin structure, valorisation, and upgrading
Principal Advisor
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Sustainable and High Performance Rigid Polyurethane Foams Based on Lignin
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Spinifex Cellulose Nanofibres as a Sustainable Building Block for Carbon Materials
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Reinforcement of Natural Rubber Nanocomposites using Lignocellulosic Biomass
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Nasim Amiralian, Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Sustainable Rigid Polyurethane Foams Incorporating Natural Oil Polyol and Nanocellulose
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Controlled-aspect-ratio Synthetic Layered Silicates, Their Characterization and Application
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Grant Edwards
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Cellulose nanocrystals reinforced thermoplastic polyurethane nanocomposites
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Pratheep Kumar Annamalai
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Processing-Structure-Property Relationships in Copolyester Elastomer Nanocomposites
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Halley, Dr Grant Edwards
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring Spinifex Biomass for Renewable Materials Building Blocks
Principal Advisor
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Biocompatibility and Toxicity of Synthetic Organoclay Nanofillers and Biomedical Polyurethane Nanocomposites
Principal Advisor
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Biomedical Thermoplastic Polyurethane Nanocomposites: Structure - Property Relationships
Principal Advisor
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2010
Doctor Philosophy
Tailored nanoparticles for nanotoxicological investigations
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Michael Monteiro
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2008
Doctor Philosophy
Carbon Nanotube / Thermoplastic Polyurethane Nanocomposites
Principal Advisor
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
THE MORPHOLOGY AND PROPERTIES OF THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE NANOCOMPOSITES
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Halley
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
THE STRUCTURE OF SEGMENTED POLYURETHANE NANOCOMPOSITES
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Whittaker
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Nanoarchitectured ZIF-8-derived Novel Porous Carbons for Energy Storage and Conversion Applications
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yusuke Yamauchi
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
High-Resolution Patterning of Carbon Nanotubes and Functional Materials via Topographical Discontinuous Dewetting and Liquid Bridge Transfer
Associate Advisor
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Reactive Processing of e-caprolactam for Application in Thermoplastic Resin Transfer Moulding (TP-RTM)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Luigi Vandi, Dr Byron Villacorta, Dr Michael Heitzmann
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Towards the Development of a Test and Design Framework for the Fire Engineering with Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastics
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Byron Villacorta, Dr Michael Heitzmann
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Novel Carbon-based Nanomaterials for Diverse Applications
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Whittaker, Professor Michael Yu
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Delivery of therapeutic peptides from thermoplastic polyurethane films
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kristofer Thurecht
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Radiation Induced Grafting of Expanded Fluoropolymer Materials
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lisbeth Grondahl
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
The influence of substrate creep on mesenchymal stem cell behaviour and phenotype
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Barbara Rolfe, Professor Justin Cooper-White
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Corrosion of Mg and Mg Alloys for Medical Applications
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Andrej Atrens
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
The Interaction of Synthetic Nanoparticles with Biological Systems
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Istvan Toth
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Mechanism of interaction of nanoparticles with plasma proteins
Associate Advisor
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Development of hydrogel biomaterials for articular cartilage replacement
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Gwendolyn Lawrie, Professor Lisbeth Grondahl
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2010
Master Philosophy
Production and differentiation of a vascular graft grown in the host's peritoneal cavity: devices and bioreactors
Associate Advisor
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2010
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding effects of nanoparticle dispersion on physical and mechanical properties of HA/PHBV nanocomposites
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matt Trau
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
Optimisation of Organically Modified Layered Silicate Based Nanofillers for Thermoplastic Polyurethanes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Halley
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
NAFION NANOCOMPOSITE MEMBRANES FOR THE DIRECT METHANOL FUEL CELL
Associate Advisor
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
RIGID POLYURETHANE NANOCOMPOSITES - UNDERSTANDING STRUCTURE-PROPERTY RELATIONSHIPS
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Halley
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2003
Doctor Philosophy
THE EFFECTS OF MICROSTRUCTURE ON THE RHEOLOGY AND RELAXATION BEHAVIOUR OF POLYURETHANE ELASTOMERS
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Halley
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