Experienced materials scientist and R&D leader with a strong background in product development, sustainable innovation, polymers and advanced materials. Clément has a proven track record of delivering complex consultancy projects and developing novel fibre-based products and is bringing his experience to bear in the next phase of Auxetec’s growth.

Company Secretary leading our Business Support and administrative function implementing a professional commercial infrastructure.

Group and world leader in Liquid crystal physics. Cavendish Professor University of Leeds. Over 180 publications, 10 patents. Discovered our Novel Technology Platform with her Academic Team in Leeds.

Phil is an experienced business leader in diverse, international business sectors and a Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology. In his role as Chairman, Phil brings a wealth of relevant experience to add value and help propel the Company forward to achieve its goals.

Highly experienced and hands-on investment director. Instrumental in building and managing portfolios of technology companies. Focused on creating and developing world-leading science businesses to address global challenges.

Matthew is a materials scientist with over 10 years of experience in material and chemical design, testing, and characterisation (working with, but not limited to: polymers, elastomers, glasses, gels, and composites). He has a PhD in Physics from the University of Leeds, studying glass-related dynamics in polymer systems.

A highly focussed commercial professional adept at supporting entrepreneurial businesses through Strategic Planning & Financial Forecasting; Financial Management; Cash flow management leading to growth.

Liquid crystal physicist having graduated from the University of Leeds with a Master’s degree and PhD in Physics. Utilising over 5 years working on commercially sensitive research in a multidisciplinary environment, developing critical research methodology while balancing industrial and scientific interests. With a specialisation in the characterisation of new liquid crystalline materials for novel applications.

Materials Scientist with expertise in polymer composites, fibres, nonwovens and textiles. Nicola completed a PhD in Materials Science at the University of Manchester, focussing on manufacture and testing of carbon/epoxy composites interleaved with nonwoven and nanofibre veils to improve their damage tolerance.

A chemist by background with a PhD in Liquid Crystal Polymers, Mark has had a highly successful career with Merck leading R&D in display technologies. In his role as Chief Scientific Officer, Mark brings his industry expertise and passion for innovations in liquid crystal technologies to bear as a valuable member of the Auxetec team.