Regular biography
Nicholas Lockyer is a Reader in the Department of Chemistry at The University of Manchester, specializing in Physical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Chemical Imaging. His research focuses on surface analysis and chemical imaging, particularly through Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) and laser-based mass spectrometry. His work encompasses fundamentals, instrument development, and applications research, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaborations in life sciences, biotechnology, and materials characterization. He is affiliated with the Photon Science Institute and has contributed to various research projects and publications in areas such as ion-solid interactions, laser-matter interactions, and sustainable development goals.