Meet the team
Meet the Sustainable Futures team.
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Professor Mike Shaver
Director
Mike is a Professor of Polymer Science at The University of Manchester, and Director of the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub, Henry Royce Institute.
Find out more about Mike's research and expertise
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Dr Helen Holmes
Deputy Director
Helen is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the Sustainable Consumption Institute, The University of Manchester.
Find out more about Helen's research and expertise
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Hannah Baron
Strategy & Engagement Manager
Hannah plays a leading role in developing and delivering Sustainable Futures' research strategy, supporting the University of Manchester's national and international influence in environmental sustainability research.
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Dr Stephen Lowe
Post-Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA)
Stephen is developing interdisciplinary sustainability research opportunities across the faculties of The University of Manchester, linked to our challenge areas.
Find out more about Steve's research
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Alexandra Prodan
Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Alex provides comprehensive support in the development, planning, and delivery of events and activities that deepen our engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
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Madhav Banati
Events, Projects and Communications Support Intern
Provides events, projects and communications support to the Research Platform teams, maintaining and developing communication, events and administration activities.
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Yingroo Chen
Events, Projects and Communications Support Intern
Provides events, projects and communications support to the Research Platform teams, maintaining and developing communication, events and administration activities.
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Keiko Ivinson
External Engagement Officer
Keiko manages relationships, events, objectives and outcomes related to Sustainable Futures’ external and translational opportunities, establishing a network of productive collaborative relationships and contributing to Sustainable Futures' strategic objectives.