Dr Peng Huang

Dr Peng Huang is an Application Scientist at the Henry Royce Institute, University of Manchester. After earning his PhD from the University of Leeds, he worked as a KTP associate at Heriot-Watt University on microbial devulcanisation of waste rubber tyres, followed by a postdoctoral role in Manchester focusing on the chemical recycling of Mastercards. He operates at the intersection of academia and industry, driving innovation in materials science with a focus on plastic recycling, polymer-inorganic composites, and nanocarbon/nanoparticle hybrids. His expertise spans soft matter applications—including chemical recycling, rubber devulcanisation, adsorption, and solid-liquid separation—as well as material characterisation, covering thermal, mechanical, spectroscopic, processing, and life cycle assessment techniques. By leveraging his diverse background, he supports SMEs and multinational companies in developing sustainable solutions for plastics and multi-materials, ensuring a more circular and responsible approach to their use and end-of-life.