Dr Andrew Dove has been named the Royal Society of Chemistry Gibson-Fawcett Award winner for 2014. The award recognises “original and independent contributions to materials chemistry”.

Dove’s research looks at ways of making new biodegradable materials for a variety of applications including drug delivery and regenerative medicine (the repair or replacement of damaged cells or tissues).

A key benefit of his group’s work is that many of the raw materials used are derived from sustainable resources such as carbon dioxide, sugars and amino acids. Their research is focused on understanding and controlling the properties of the new materials on all length scales, down to the assembly of structures and particles at the nanoscale.

Dr Robert Parker, Chief Executive of the Royal Society of Chemistry said: "Each year we present Prizes and Awards to chemical scientists who have made a considerable contribution, be that in their area of research, in industry or academia".

More information on Royal Society of Chemistry Prizes and Awards

http://www.rsc.org/ScienceAndTechnology/Awards/2014-RSC-Prizes-Awards.asp