Imperial ChemEng Cast: Researchers in Focus

Step into a conversation with Mohammed Redwanur Rehman and Dr. Md Tabish Noori, the minds behind Brilliant Dyes — a deep-tech powerhouse born from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London. Together, the duo brings scalability to sustainable bioproduction.
Inspired by the textile pollution Redwan witnessed firsthand in Bangladesh, this mission-driven startup is turning a PhD project into a global revolution. By harnessing microalgae to produce vibrant pigments, they are eliminating the toxic footprint of synthetic dyes. Their biomanufacturing platform, recognized by the H&M Foundation Global Change Award, is already attracting interest from giants like Ralph Lauren and L’Oréal.
In this episode, join host Diya Agrawal as the team explores the challenges of upscaling from lab to industry, the grit required to lead a spinout, and how they are building the tech that promises a cleaner future for fashion. Discover how these scientist founders are proving that the future of industry isn't just sustainable—it’s brilliant! 🌿✨

Join host Diya Agrawal in conversation with Dr. Mehmet Mercangoz, ABB Associate Professor of Autonomous Industrial Systems. In this episode, they explore how AI and machine learning are transforming process systems engineering, and what this shift could mean for the future of chemical plants. Hear first-hand insights grounded in research and practice from a leading researcher shaping the next generation of intelligent industrial systems.

Tune into a conversation with Professor Jerry Heng, a leading expert in particle engineering and crystallisation. Discover how engineering at the particle level drives innovation at scale; and explore the challenges, breakthroughs, and future of crystallisation  —  a science at the heart of food, pharma, batteries, and more.

Professor Martin Trusler unpacks the thermophysical science that drives clean energy solutions. From carbon capture to sustainable liquid fuels and hydrogen as a fuel, we explore the challenges and potential of building a greener future. Stay tuned to discover how his lab is custom-built — not just for precision, but with purpose.

In this podcast, we welcome the award-winning educator and researcher, Dr. Umang Shah. Umang is the Principal Teaching Fellow in Chemical Engineering, deeply involved in undergraduate teaching, particularly laboratory instruction. Let's hear from Umang on what it takes for a great educator to design impactful lab experiences, foster student engagement, and integrate sustainability into teaching practices. Join us as we explore the challenges and innovations in modern lab education and gain valuable insights from an expert in the field.