Rob Davies is a Reader (Associate Professor) in the Department of Chemistry with expertise in organometallic and coordination chemistry. Main research themes in the Davies group include the synthesis and study of Metal Organic Frameworks (MOF) and related materials with applications in catalysis, gas storage and capture (including carbon dioxide capture) and medicine, and the development and study of sustainable and 'green' copper-based catalyst systems.

Rob graduated from the University of Bristol with a first class degree, before going to St John’s College, Cambridge to study for his PhD. He was subsequently appointed to a three year Research Fellowship at St Catharines College Cambridge before moving to Imperial College London where he was awarded a Governors' lectureship.

PhD and PDRA Positions
PhD positions are available each year, usually starting in October. There are a number of scholarships available through the College for high quality candidates from the UK or overseas. Other funded opportunities will be advertised here. Applications from candidates applying for other external scholarships are also encouraged. Informal enquiries are recommended as early as possible and in the first case candidates should contact Rob Davies by e-mail at r.davies@imperial.ac.uk with a copy of their CV.