Arpan Patel

Arpan graduated from the University of Manchester with a master’s in Chemistry with Industrial Experience. In his year in industry he focused on low-volatile-organic-compound, environmentally friendly alternatives to antioxidants in polyurethane systems. Following his graduation, Arpan left chemistry and stumbled into a variety of data-focused roles within marketing; as manager, director, analyst and consultant. Looking for a way to produce more impactful work, he returned to Manchester and Chemistry in 2021,  joining the Green Materials Lab. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Sustainable Materials, focusing on responsive extrusion and plastic recycling.