Organisation profile
Organisation profile
Research within this centre focuses on characterising and understanding the fundamental and applied aspects of biopolymers using a “from source to application approach” whereby biopolymers are extracted, chemically characterised, physically characterised, engineered and potential applications evaluated for use in drug delivery and as biomaterials. We also utilise commercially available biopolymers to develop new applications in pharmaceutical and biomedical technology. Specific areas of interest include:
- Isolation and chemical characterisation of plant polysaccharides
- Physical and mechanical characterisation of polysaccharides
- Glycosaminoglycan characterisation
- 3D Bioprinting using low viscosity biopolymers
- Particulate biopolymer gels for drug delivery
- Physiologically responsive biopolymers
- Development of bioactive hydrogel wound dressings
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Kofi Asare-Addo
- Department of Pharmacy - Reader
- School of Applied Sciences
- Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery Centre - Member
- Biopolymer Research Centre - Associate Member
Person: Academic
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Richard Bingham
- Department of Physical and Life Sciences - Senior Lecturer - Biomedical & Life Sciences
- School of Applied Sciences
- Cellular and Molecular Models of Disease Centre - Member
- Biopolymer Research Centre - Member
Person: Academic
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Grant Campbell
- Department of Physical and Life Sciences - Professor of Chemical Engineering
- School of Applied Sciences
- Biorefinery Engineering and Bioprocessing Research Centre - Director
- Biopolymer Research Centre - Associate Member
Person: Academic
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Advances in multiphysics modelling and scale-up pathways for microwave-assisted pyrolysis in bioenergy applications
Shabruhi Mishamandani, A., Asfand, F., Akhtar, M. U. S., Fadlallah, S. O., Khan, M. I., Allport, J. M., Campbell, G. M. & Sanchez-Hervas, J. M., 1 May 2026, In: Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis. 195, 43 p., 107613.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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An evaluation of the pharmaceutical properties of the Nigerian baobab polysaccharide for sustained release oral tablets
Ajiboye, M. A., Rawat, Y., Mawla, N., Abdulhussain, R., Muhamad, H., Adebisi, A., Conway, B., Smith, A., Morris, G., Addinall, K., Dimopoulou, M., Angelis-Dimakis, A. & Asare-Addo, K., 1 Jan 2026, In: RSC Pharmaceutics. 3, 1, p. 126-135 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Arabinoxylans from the Distillers Grains and Solubles Co-Products of Ethanol Production: Extraction, Characterisation and Hydrolysis to Oligosaccharides
Alyassin, M., Kaderi, S. I., Campbell, G. M., Masey O’Neill, H. & Bedford, M. R., 9 Feb 2026, In: Clean Technologies. 8, 1, 18 p., 24.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access
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Development and Implementation of an Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) Educational Programme in Secondary Care.
Blackburn, J. (PI), Stephenson, J. (CoPI) & Conway, B. (CoPI)
1/09/25 → 28/02/26
Project: Research
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Skin Integrity Models for Clinical Simulation Training
Smith, A. (PI), Conway, B. (CoPI), Senior, J. (CoPI) & Blackburn, J. (PI)
1/05/25 → 31/01/26
Project: Research
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To develop mathematical models that predict effects of dietary fibre ingredients and mixtures on bread quality.
Campbell, G. (PI), Alyassin, M. (CoI), Slater, J. (Company Owner) & Laigle, C. (Company Supervisor)
16/06/25 → 15/12/27
Project: Research
Activities
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3D Printing in the preclinical space vs late development
Asare-Addo, K. (Examiner)
13 Feb 2026Activity: Examination types › PhD Examination
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27th Annual White Rose Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Group Work in Progress Meeting
Smith, A. (Organiser) & Senior, J. (Organiser)
16 Dec 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
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11th International Congress of Food Technologists, Biotechnologists and Nutritionists
Campbell, G. (Participant)
10 Dec 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
Press/Media
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Scientists undertake tests of new chocolate formulation in Ghana partnership
Morris, G., Agbenorhevi, J., Kpodo, F. & Smith, A.
19/05/26
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Research
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Team behind 3D bioengineered wound model for healthcare training wins two awards
Senior, J., Smith, A., Ousey, K. & Conway, B.
7/05/26
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Research