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The Materials Engineering Group's research is based around three areas: residual stress measurement using advanced experimental techniques; materials characterization for novel materials and for structural integrity assessments; and high temperature materials behaviour and performance.We are world leaders in the development and application of neutron and synchrotron X-ray methods for residual stress measurement in materials. We work closely with partners in industry, particularly in the aerospace and nuclear power sectors.

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The Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics Research Group investigates a wide range of fundamental and applied research including:- The study of physical and chemical processes in the atmosphere including global warming, ozone depletion and aerosol formation.- Many body theory and its applications to condensed matter studies including properties of graphene.- Experimental astrochemistry and astrobiology.- The study of cold atoms and the formation of optical lattices.- Experimental and theoretical study of electron molecule interactions- Irradiation of biomolecules and cellular material.- Biomolecular clusters.The group conducts theoretical and experimental interdisciplinary research with an international focus. Many of our projects are part of larger national and international programmes.

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The Materials Engineering Group has an international reputation for its research activity in the fields of residual stress measurement and analysis, high temperature materials behaviour and materials characterisation. We have an excellent suite of testing facilities on-campus, ranging from X-ray residual stress measurement to state-of-the-art electron microscopy.

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The OU Materials Engineering Group has state-of-the-art facilities for materials characterization, with a strong focus on mechanical properties, fatigue and fracture, and forensic failure analysis. The group has electron microscopy (FEGSEM, TEM, and access to dual beam FIB/SEM), mechanical testing with capability up to 1200˚C, a large creep facility, nanoindentation, diffusion bonding, as well as optical microscopy and metallography.The group hosts around 16 full-time and 5 part-time research students many of whom have a focus on fabrication techniques for materials and structures.

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The OU Materials Engineering Group is internationally renowned for its work on the development and application of novel techniques for the measurement and analysis of residual stress. In addition to on-site equipment for residual stress analysis using X-ray diffraction, incremental hole drilling, and the contour method, we are intensive users of international neutron and synchrotron X-ray facilities.The group hosts around 16 full-time and 5 part-time research students, many of whom have a focus on residual stresses and their effects on performance.

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The Department is the major UK provider of undergraduate courses in the clothing industry. It has a taught Masters course and a growing number of research students.

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Research opportunities are provided for MSc, MPhil and PhD either full-time or part-time in a wide range of research areas (see Department specialisms).In the first instance, it would be advisable to contact the Research Co-ordinator appropriate to your area of study:Dr Rose Otieno r.otieno@mmu.ac.uk

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Research opportunities are provided for MSc, MPhil and PhD either full-time or part-time in a wide range of research areas (see Department specialisms).In the first instance, it would be advisable to contact the Research Co-ordinator appropriate to your area of study:Dr Rose Otieno r.otieno@mmu.ac.uk

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Activities in this area include studies in the fields of: Porous Materials Synthesis; Heterogeneous Catalysis; Chemical Synthesis of Ceramic Materials; Electrochromics: Bonding Theory & Charge Transfer; Applications of Semiconductor Laser Spectroscopy to Trace Analysis; Resonance Ionisation Mass Spectrometry; Chemical Speciation Analysis as an Aid to Synthesis; Photochemical Lanthanide Sensors for DNA Sequencing; Inverse Gas Chromatography; Toxic Heavy Metal Co-ordination Chemistry; Direct Analysis of Solid Samples in Atomic Spectroscopy (particularly GFAAS); X-ray Powder Diffraction and Extended X-ray Absorption Fine Structure Spectroscopy; Synthesis and Properties of Viologens; Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes; Biologically Active Fullerenes and Fullerene Containing Polymers.

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Activities in this area include studies in the fields of: Corrosion resistance studies using novel compositionally-graded thin films and alloys with controlled microstructure; Nanocomposite thin film hard coatings and metastable alloys for engineering applications including cutting tools; Controlled surface topography for biomedical, mechanical and microelectronic applications; Biocompatible films for implant prostheses; In-situ determination and control of stress in coatings and relation between stress and coating performance; Production of improved contacts for microelectronics; Optical multilayer coatings; Chemical vapour deposition of improved diamond and diamond-like films; Retention of micro-organisms on inert surfaces; Effect of wear on cleanability of surfaces in contact with food; Pathogenic aspects of dental plaque; Cross-contamination in dental technology procedures; Quality issues in dental materials; Microbiological studies on surfaces.

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