Peter Budd

Peter Budd is a Professor of Polymer Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at The University of Manchester. His research focuses on polymers and their interactions with small molecules, with an emphasis on developing novel materials and energy-efficient processes for molecular separations and transformations. His work includes the invention of polymers of intrinsic microporosity (PIMs), which exhibit unique properties for gas and liquid separations. He has contributed to advancements in materials for carbon capture and sustainable energy applications. His research aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including clean water, affordable energy, and climate action.

Peter Martin Budd is a Professor of Polymer Chemistry at the University of Manchester, specializing in polymers and membranes. His research focuses on the development and application of polymers of intrinsic microporosity (PIMs), which are organic materials with unique nanoporous structures. These materials are utilized in membrane separations, heterogeneous catalysis, and hydrogen storage. His work explores gas permeation properties, free volume effects, and the synthesis of advanced polymers for sustainable wastewater treatment and high-performance gas separation membranes. Budd's research also investigates the integration of functional groups into PIMs to enhance their properties for specific applications.