The objectives of the Crystallisation and Particle Science (CPS) programme are to develop fundamental understanding of crystallisation and formulation science and to apply this knowledge to industrial and academic R&D as well as existing industrial problems. A major focus for the research is the application to pharmaceutical and fine chemical active ingredient manufacture and formulation, although the fundamental knowledge can be applied to problem solving for any chemical system.

Our current research efforts are directed towards developing scientific understanding of what determines crystal size, shape, form, and purity, as well as particle surface properties, formulability and bioavailability. We aim to apply the latest PAT (Process Analytical Technology) for the monitoring and control of both crystallisation and solid handling processes, and develop novel formulation such as nanocomposite particles, microemulsions and co-crystals.