Characterisation of polymers and nanocomposites
The characterisation of polymers requires the use of several analytical techniques to gather the required information about a polymer's structure or chemistry.
Plasma and surface engineering
PhD applications are welcomed from candidates wishing to conduct research on plasma and surface engineering in the National High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering (HIPIMS) Technology Centre.
Further information on courses, fees and enquiries
More details about enrolling for postgraduate courses at the Materials and Engineering Research Centre
Thermal Conductivity Test
Thermal conductivity ('k value') is a property of a material that determines how much heat is conducted through it for a given temperature difference
Hallam Energy
Hallam Energy was established as an industrial research group offering research, knowledge transfer and consultancy services. We have delivered over 50 projects for our clients ranging from start-ups and SMEs to multinational companies and governmental bodies, both in the UK and abroad
Spectroscopic Ellipsometry (SE)
Explore the capabilities of the Spectroscopic Ellipsometry Unit at Materials and Engineering Research Institute, Sheffield Hallam University (MERI). Using advanced non-destructive optical methods to measure thin-film thickness, surface roughness and optical constants (refractive index and extinction coefficient) for coatings, semiconductors and multilayer structures.
Hywel has right chemistry to impress science kids
Dr Hywel Jones from the Materials and Engineering Research Institute is taking part in 'I'm A Scientist, Get Me Out Of Here!', pitting his know-how against more than 40 leading academics in a bid to make science more accessible for youngsters
University partnership continues to flourish
Mayflower Engineering has entered into a new venture with Sheffield Hallam University. The Enhanced Mentored Internship (EMI) is the second programme that the two organisations have launched together and is an integral part of Mayflower’s ongoing commitment to skills development
High Performance Computing - Beowulf Cluster
High performance computing clusters are used to solve advanced analytical, numerical and computational problems. Uses for high performance range from data storage and analysis, simulations, modelling, data mining, software development and fast mathematical calculations