Darren graduated from the University of Bath in 2022 with a Master’s degree in Chemistry. As part of his final year project, he investigated the synthesis and reactivity of low oxidation state aluminium compounds under the supervision of Professor Mike Hill.

In his spare time, Darren enjoys playing guitar and weightlifting.

• Photochemical functionalisation of primary amines with Dr Alex Cresswell and Dr Susannah Coote (Lancaster University); Industrial Partner: BASF Chemicals — PhD Project