Generic research programs
The BCC's generic research program forms part of the wider research activities of the Colloid Group. The program includes research undertaken by Post Doctoral research associates, PhD students, final year undergraduate students and overseas visiting researchers. The BCC is also involved in the Erasmus student placement scheme, and we have hosted many project students from European universities, all of which have contributed to the BCC research portfolio.
Our most recent Post Doctoral research activities include a study by Dr Safyan Khan who investigated the chemistry and performance of Nano-detergents in lubricants. The work focused on understanding the interactions between lubricant additives, including nano-detergents, dispersants and friction modifiers. Learning how to control these interactions helped in the formulation of advanced lubricants that lead to more efficient engine performance.
We have three current PhD projects running:
- The first project is being undertaken by Linda Sellou, entitled; The Rheology and Tribology of Model Toothpaste Formulations
- The second project is being undertaken by George Ndifor, entitled; Analysis of Metal Ions in Nanoparticle Growth
- The third project is being undertaken by Martha Tomlinson, entitled; Investigations into the Preparation and Stability of PTFE Nano-Dispersions
A number of recently completed PhD studies are listed below.
- Adsorption and complexation of nano-colloids with gels - Eloise Stattersfield
- The role of ions and porosity in controlling the rheology of silica dispersions - Nadia Konate
- Investigation of speciation in polysulphide solutions - Safyan Khan
Previous research programs have included study in the following areas:
- INCOREDEC - High-Temperature Inks and a Computerised, Reliable, Printing System for Marking and Decoration of Products and Semi-finished Products
- Colloidal sulphur in polysulphides
- Phosphocholine surfactants
- Semiconductor Nanoparticles
- NMR of polymers in shear and extensional flow
- Rheology of Clays
- Latex Stabilised by Fatty Acids
- Microemulsions
- Shampoos
- 3-Phase Systems
If your company or organisation has a particular research interest that would benefit from either Post Doc. or PhD study, please email bcc@bristol.ac.uk to discuss the possibilities.