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WMG High Value Manufacturing Catapult Centre welcomes Executive Chair of Innovate UK
Professor David Greenwood, CEO of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVMC) Centre at WMG, University of Warwick, was delighted to welcome Tom Adeyoola – Executive Chair of Innovate UK – on Tuesday 1 July, as part of his tour of the UK’s Catapult Network.
Research Fellow named as 2024 ‘Top Scholar’
Congratulations to Dr Saif Ul IslamLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window, a Research Fellow in Cyber Systems Engineering at WMG, University of Warwick, who has been named a ‘2024 Top Scholar’ by ScholarGPS.
The honour recognises Dr Islam’s outstanding contributions to engineering and computer science – especially in the fields of fog computingLink opens in a new window and wireless sensor networksLink opens in a new window, which he is ranked 26th and 143rd in the world respectively.
WMG welcomes Binghamton University researchers as part of US-UK academic agreement
Professor Louis PiperLink opens in a new window from WMG, University of Warwick, was pleased to welcome representatives from Binghamton UniversityLink opens in a new window (USA).
This visit was an opportunity to showcase WMG’s world-class facilities and explore future collaborations.
Professor of Battery Innovation and Research Head of the Battery Materials & Cells group at WMG, Louis Piper explained: “Both WMG and Binghamton University are unique in their respective countries with industry-aligned pilot lines and prototype battery manufacturing and recycling capabilities.
“Both institutions are continuing to increase capabilities and facilities. For instance, WMG has recently upgraded its coating and cell assembly kit as part of the £12m Advanced Manufacturing Battery Industrialisation Centre (AMBIC).”
WMG helps students gear up for global engineering competitions
Engineering students are putting the finishing touches to their projects in preparation for a series of international challenges and competitions.
As part of its commitment to enhancing the student experience, WMG offers a variety of multi-disciplinary, student-led engineering projects at the undergraduate level, with connections to industry partners.
These projects help students develop essential skills such as time and risk management, teamwork, and practical hands-on experience, with each member of the team assigned a specific role and area of responsibility – from engineering and technical leads, to marketing and sales support. The projects have a strong track record of producing highly employable graduates for industry and academia.
WMG Professor awarded the prestigious Leslie Holliday Prize
Congratulations to Ton Peijs, Professor of Polymer Engineering and Head of the Centre for Polymers and Composites (CPC) at WMG, University of Warwick, who has won this year’s esteemed Leslie Holliday PrizeLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window.
Awarded by the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (IOM3)Link opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window, the prize recognises significant or technological contributions to composite materials and is one of the most illustrious prizes in the field.
New Industrial Strategy welcomed by experts
Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) recognised as focus for battery innovation to improve UK economic resilience
Experts at the University of Warwick welcome the government’s new Industrial Strategy, announced today.
“The industrial strategy will be welcomed our partners in manufacturing,” said Greg Clark, Executive Chair of Warwick Innovation District*. “In having the confidence to choose particular sectors in which to invest over the long-term, the strategy sets out a roadmap that will secure the future of industries vital to the UK economy. We look forward to playing our part, here at the University of Warwick, in supporting its successful implementation.”
WMG drives green growth with new £13m EPSRC research hub
From developing greener materials and processes to growing more sustainable supply chains, a new £13.6 million research hub, funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), will help researchers at WMG at the University of Warwick, tackle some of the UK’s biggest manufacturing challenges.
The new Manufacturing Research Hub in Sustainable Engineering Plastics (SEP) will be led by WMG’s Professor of Polymer Processes, Ton Peijs.
Researchers from WMG will work, over the next 7 years, alongside the University of Manchester and UCL to improve the way durable plastics – commonly used in cars, buildings, and electronics – are created, reused, and recycled. Researchers aim to reduce waste, support greener manufacturing practices, and advance the circular economy, with support from over 60 industry partners, including JLR, Polestar, Siemens, BEKO, Bellway, and Biffa, to turn research into real-world solutions.
Female apprentices recognised at Autocar Great Women: Rising Stars awards
Congratulations to a group of female engineering students who have been named as finalists at the Autocar Great Women: Rising Stars awards.
There was a total of seven WMG Degree Apprenticeship students, recognised in the Apprentice category, with six employed by JLR and one from Bentley.
Three of the students, Erin Purewal; Amy Flavell and Keishe Gopikrishna, are studying on the BSc Digital and Technology Solutions (DTSLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window) programme.
A further four, Alexandra Spurway, Beth Daniel, Charlotte Bradford and Emily Ruscoe, are studying on the BEng Applied Professional Engineering Programme (APEPLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window) programme.
Accelerating EV transition
Representatives from WMG were pleased to share their expertise at a two-day workshop in Indonesia, addressing the country’s key challenges in adopting electric vehicles.
The workshop, entitled “Sustainable Transportation: Policy Recommendations for the Acceleration of Electric Vehicles Adoption Addressing Environmental and Societal Challenges,” explored opportunities for collaboration between the UK and Indonesia in developing policies and technologies for sustainable transportation.
Key discussion points included mapping stakeholder needs, analysing policy gaps, sharing international best practices, and drafting policy recommendations for a sustainable EV ecosystem.
WMG Professor appointed to UK Government's Expert Advisory Panel
Professor Siddartha Khastgir, Head of Safe Autonomy at WMG at The University of Warwick, has been appointed as a member of the Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CCAV)Expert Advisory Panel (EAP).
Along with another 11 panel members, Professor Khastgir will advise and inform on the implementation programme and policies within the UK's Automated Vehicles (AV) Act.