Science Writer & Editor
at Technology Networks
Alexander is a science writer and editor for Technology Networks. He writes news and features for the Applied Sciences section, leading the site's coverage of topics relating to materials science and engineering.
Before joining Technology Networks in 2023, Alexander worked as a freelance science writer, reporting on a broad range of topics including cannabis science and policy, psychedelic drug research and environmental science. He holds a masters degree in Materials Chemistry from the University of St Andrews, Scotland.Education
Awards & Certifications
Chemistry Purdie scholarship awarded by the University of St Andrews · August 2013
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Published Content
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How Is AI Accelerating the Discovery of New Materials?
With the advent of machine learning and artificial intelligence, materials science could be poised to take its next big leap in efficiency since the introduction of computational chemistry.
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Petrochemical Analysis
This infographic will explore the need for petrochemical analysis, as well as common analytical techniques that are applied in the sector.
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When Testing for Off-Flavors, Chromatography and the Human Nose Are a Winning Combination
Identifying which compounds are causing unpleasant flavors and odors in food is a difficult challenge, and one that is tricky to tackle with analysis equipment alone. By including trained human sensory panelists, scientists can get a headstart on id
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Battery Recycling
This infographic provides an overview of the techniques used in recycling spent batteries, as well as the motivations behind battery recycling.
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An Analytical Toolbox for Tackling PFAS in Food
To properly monitor PFAS exposure and protect public health, researchers are building an analytical toolkit to ensure that all relevant PFAS are captured.
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Food Packaging Poses a Contamination Risk, One That CP-MIMS Can Detect
At RAFA 2024, Technology Networks spoke to Dr. Maurizio Piergiovanni and Dr. Nicolò Riboni to learn about the promise of condensed phase–membrane introduction mass spectrometry (CP-MIMS) for monitoring hazardous migrants in food packaging.
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Graphene: What Is It, and What Is It Used For?
Since its discovery 20 years ago, graphene has been a hot topic in materials science. But its potential uses span many more disciplines, including drug delivery, engineering, biosensing, energy, electronics and more.
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Fraudulent Olive Oil Is Tainting the European Market, and This Test Can Prove It
To learn more about the new method, Technology Networks attended RAFA 2024 to hear from one of its pioneers, Sofia Drakopoulou, a researcher at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
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Exploring PFAS Analysis Techniques
This listicle highlights how advancements in PFAS detection can provide crucial insights for regulatory compliance and environmental research.
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How Food Analysis Is Helping Fight Deforestation
To learn more about this new food analysis method, Technology Networks attended RAFA 2024 to hear from one of its pioneers, Chris Elliott, a professor of food safety at Queen’s University Belfast.
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