Dr. Joshua Lehr
School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Peel Building - Room G38
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Current positions
Lecturer in Inorganic Chemistry
Biography
After completing my undergraduate degree in chemistry at the University of Canterbury (New Zealand) I undertook a PhD at the same at the same institution investigating the formation of thin organic films at electrodes via radical grafting processes. I subsequently carried out considerable postdoctoral research at the University of Oxford (United Kingdom) focused on supramolecular systems for molecular recognition and the development of (bio-)sensors. Thereafter I took up a lecturing position at Nottingham Trent University before moving to the University of Salford in 2018 to take up the position of Lecturer in Inorganic Chemistry.
Areas of research
Electrochemistry, (Bio-) Sensors, Surface Chemistry, Nanotechnology, Materials, Supramolecular Chemistry
Areas of supervision
Electrochemistry, (Bio-) Sensors, Nanotechnology
I have experience teaching chemistry at all levels. Currently I teach on a number of undergraduate chemistry modules and I am module leader for Bioinorganic Chemistry (2nd year) and Frontiers in Inorganic Chemistry (3rd year). I also teach on other programmes within the school - such as biomedical science.
My research is interdisciplinary and at the intersection of chemistry, nanotechnology, biology, and engineering. Broadly speaking it is focused on construction and study of functional molecular architectures at interfaces. This leads to the development of switchable surfaces, sensors, supramolecular interfaces, and bioelectronic interfaces for medical diagnostics. Complimentary to this work, I have an interest in the fundamental study of the formation, characteristics, and electrochemical behaviour, of thin organic films at electrodes. Additionally, I also have an interest in the development and characterisation of energy materials for batteries and capacitors.
For postgraduate opportunities in my research area, please contact me.
Qualifications
- Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP), 2019-2020, University of Salford, United Kingdom
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry, 2006 – 2010, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Bachelor of Science with Honours (BSc (Hons)) in Chemistry, First Class, 2002 – 2005, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Philosophy, 2002 – 2004, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
Memberships
- Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC)
- Fellow of The Higher Education Academy (FHEA)