Research
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Research overviewProfile
From synthetic methodology to enabling technology
Ian Baxendale completed a first-class chemistry degree and doctoral research at the University of Leicester before moving to the University of Cambridge. Research in Cambridge developed from natural-product synthesis into solid-supported reagents, scavengers and advanced synthesis tools.
In 2005, Ian Baxendale co-founded the Innovative Technology Centre with Professor Steven V. Ley as a centre for the development of advanced chemical synthesis tools and methodologies. Ian Baxendale later held a Royal Society University Research Fellowship before moving to Durham University in 2012 to take up the Chair of Synthetic Chemistry.
The research record spans organic synthesis, process development, continuous flow, reactor design, automation, immobilised reagents and industrially relevant enabling technologies. Recent responsibilities have focused primarily on teaching and education, and the group is now preparing the next phase of research activity.
Professional path
Appointments and education
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- 2023–present
Director of Education, Chemistry, Durham University, as recorded in the previous group profile.
- 2012–present
Chair of Synthetic Chemistry, Durham University.
- 2009–2012
Royal Society University Research Fellow, University of Cambridge.
- 2005–2008
Director of New Technologies, Innovative Technology Centre, University of Cambridge.
- 1999–2005
Postdoctoral and senior research roles with Professor Steven V. Ley, University of Cambridge.
- 1995–1999
PhD in organometallic chemistry, University of Leicester.
- 1992–1995
BSc Chemistry, first-class honours, University of Leicester.
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