Particle design is the development of processes and products which gives particles with specifically design properties by controlling particle morphology. Our groups have a special interest in agglomeration and granulation processes to produce carefully controlled granules from liquid and fine powder feeds. Other areas of interest include suspension polymerization and chemical vapour deposition of particles. Designer particle products include pharmaceuticals, foods, agricultural chemicals, detergents and specialty materials.

We are analysing these processes at many levels ranging from measuring particle - particle interactions at the microscopic levels using tools such as atomic force microscopy and nanoindentation through to simulation and control of complete granulation plants.

Current available research projects are:

Prof. Litster has strong international industry and university links, and PhD students are encouraged to work overseas at some stage during their studies. Recent examples of groups in which students have worked are:

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