Matthew Ryder
About Matthew Ryder
Matthew Ryder is an R&D Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in spectroscopy and diffraction techniques for material analysis. He has held various academic and research positions, including roles at the University of Oxford and Heriot-Watt University, and has expertise in applied research projects related to carbon management and material stability.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Matthew Ryder serves as an R&D Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on applied research projects related to controlled carbon management. His work involves investigating the stability and stimuli-response properties of materials, including their mechanical, thermal, and light responses.
Previous Experience at University of Oxford
Matthew Ryder has held multiple positions at the University of Oxford. He worked as a Physics Lecturer at Pembroke College and Balliol College from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he served as an EPSRC Doctoral Prize Fellow for five months in 2017. His academic tenure at Oxford contributed to his expertise in the field of physics and material analysis.
Educational Background in Chemistry and Engineering
Matthew Ryder completed his Master of Chemistry (M.Chem.) at Heriot-Watt University from 2008 to 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a D.Phil. (Ph.D.) in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. His educational background laid the foundation for his research expertise in spectroscopy and diffraction techniques.
Research Expertise in Material Analysis
Matthew Ryder possesses expertise in using spectroscopy and diffraction techniques, specifically neutron and X-ray methods, in conjunction with quantum mechanics for material analysis. His research includes investigating amorphization and degradation mechanisms in materials, as well as conducting studies on the lattice dynamics of porous materials.
Involvement in Waste Management Research
Matthew Ryder is engaged in research projects aimed at the conversion and upcycling of solid waste. His work includes researching the gasification of solid waste materials and participating in projects focused on controlled carbon management. This involvement highlights his commitment to addressing environmental challenges through applied scientific research.