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MRes - Master of Research
Leeds, Main
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
We investigate the physics of soft matter systems – materials that include liquid crystals, polymers and biopolymers, glasses, composites, gels and colloids. Our work is primarily experimental; we explore fundamental properties of soft materials and link our discoveries to applications and devices. Recent highlights include: the discovery of a synthetic molecular auxetic material (its thickness increases when strained); producing lightweight, strong, single component composites from sustainable resources; and finding gel solutions for Li batteries.
Accommodation (Self-catered En suite) - Starts £175 Per week
