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CEO and Founder, Acorn Scientific Marketing

Dr. Nick Gaunt is a distinguished figure in the realms of science and marketing, recognized for his dynamic career that bridges academia and industry. With a solid academic foundation, he holds a BSc (hons) and an MSc in Chemistry, specializing in Nanotechnology. Pursuing his passion for addressing global challenges, he completed a PhD at the University of Exeter in collaboration with Syngenta. His research on enhancing agrochemistry for food security led to various significant publications, including "Advances in Analytical Capability to Power Agrochemical Product Design" in "Outlooks on Pest Management". In 2023, Dr. Gaunt founded Acorn Scientific Marketing, driven by a mission to provide invaluable commercial support to burgeoning start-ups and scientific spinouts. Acorn Scientific Marketing, which won the Rising Star Award at the UK StartUp Awards after only 4 months of being incorporated as a business, leverages his diverse skill set and deep-rooted passion for bridging the gap between science and business.

Education

University of Central Lancashire

Exeter University

Awards & Certifications

Rising Star Award

Family Business Entrepreneur of The Year

Marketing, Advertising & PR StartUp of the Year

Accreditations

Chemistry BSc (Hons) recognised by The University of Central Lancashire

Chemistry MSc (Res) recognised by The University of Central Lancashire

PhD in Physics recognised by Exeter University

Areas of Expertise

Analytical Chemistry

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Content Written By, Reviewed By, or Featuring Nicholas Philip Gaunt, PhD

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How High-Throughput Screening Is Transforming Modern Drug Discovery

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How To Meet Sustainability Requirements in the Lab of Today

Sustainability in the lab goes beyond switching off equipment or recycling plastics. This guide offers actionable strategies to build sustainability into your lab operations.

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Tracking and Tackling Environmental Pollutants

This article explores how scientists are advancing tools to detect and mitigate pollutants like PFAS, microplastics and pharmaceuticals, while pushing for integrated global action to protect water ecosystems and public health.

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How Green Is Your Lab?

This article explores how lab sustainability goes beyond equipment upgrades, highlighting practical strategies and cultural shifts that empower scientists to reduce waste, cut energy use and embed greener practices in everyday research.

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Authentic Foods and Where To Find Them: Challenges and Solutions in Food Fraud Testing

This article explores some of the challenges in food authenticity testing, how advancements in technology have impacted the field, and consumer awareness and protection.

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The Pesticide Paradox: Enhancing Crop Protection While Safeguarding Public Health

Pesticide residues in food are a growing concern for consumers, regulators and the agricultural industry alike. This article will discuss current issues in pesticide analysis of food and the analytical solutions that are helping to address them.

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Digging Deep: Emerging Contaminants in Soil

Soil could be our planet's unsung hero, quietly working behind the scenes to keep everything in balance. This article will discuss some of the worrying emerging contaminants detected in soil and how scientists are rising to the analytical challenge.

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