Mike Batham

Michael works as a Laboratory Manager for the OpenScience Laboratory on campus.

His first degree was in Environmental Science at the University of Kent. He then went on to earn a Masters in Analytical Chemistry at the University of London (Chelsea College) and then a PhD in the subject at King’s College London.

Michael started work as an Analytical Chemist for an over-the-counter pharmaceutical company, then as an Applications Chemist, and then onto the role of Senior Analytical Chemist for a food company.

He then decided on a change in career, becoming a Lecturer (later Senior Lecturer) at the University of Bedfordshire. In 2001 Michael chose to join The Open University as the Chemical Safety Advisor, moving on to a Residential School Tutor, a role that continued until he took on his current position.

His research interests are in remote chemistry experiments, which he is currently working on.

Outside of the laboratory, Michael enjoys scuba diving, cycling and travelling around the world. When at home he is an avid chef and enjoys listening to music.

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