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- Innovate UK
- GSK
- https://medilinksouthwest.com/
- https://www.weahsn.net/
- https://www.animalfreeresearchuk.org/
- https://smileorchard.co.uk/
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- Cell Monitoring
- Metabolism
- Developing a Tungsten-Silicone Rubber Metal Polymer Composite for Enhanced Radiation Protection of Lateral Breast Tissue in Medical Radiation Workers
- Lasers and oral biomodulation in Periodontitis
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- Qualifications:PhD
- Position:Senior Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow in Biosensing and Instrumentation
- Department:College of Arts, Technology and Environment
- Telephone:+441173286186
- Email:Ibidapo.Williams@uwe.ac.uk
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About me
Dr. Ibidapo Williams is a Senior Lecturer in Biosensing and Instrumentation and Senior Research Fellow at the University of the West of England, Bristol. An interdisciplinary translational scientist with more than a decade of experience, Dr. Ibidapo pioneer’s innovations in biosensor technology, biomedical engineering, and molecular diagnostics, leading projects such as real-time anesthetic drug monitoring and environmental health sensing. Ibidapo's work has secured over £2 million in competitive funding and established collaborations with more than 400 industry partners worldwide, ensuring that groundbreaking research reaches real-world healthcare solutions.
Passionate about public engagement, Dr. Ibidapo is a visible STEM ambassador, delivering community lectures, mentoring emerging scientists, and an academic module leader. They actively champion equality, diversity, and inclusion through the Neurodiversity and Athena SoE networks, inspiring the next generation to pursue science and engineering. Dr. Ibidapo’ achievements showcase how researchers drive innovation, build partnerships, and uplift communities within and beyond academia.
His research lies at the intersection of bioengineering, sensor technology, and environmental health. He led pioneering projects in biosensors for real-time drug monitoring, setting new benchmarks with innovations such as propofol concentration measurement and continuous antibiotic monitoring. His involvement in the Health Tech Hub Accelerator project highlights his dedication to addressing public health challenges, such as detecting oestrogens in public waters.
With over £2M secured in competitive funding from bodies including Innovate UK, ICURE, and VC-ECR grants, He demonstrated the capacity to drive high-impact projects. Ibidapo have contributions to scientific literature include peer-reviewed publications and a chapter in A Handbook on High-Value Fermentation Products, reflecting my dedication to translating scientific discoveries into practical solutions.
Area of expertise
- Biosensing instrumentation & Clinical Engineering
- Nanobiomodulation
- Real-Time Health Monitoring Sensors
- Molecular Diagnostics & Inflammation Biomarkers
- Environmental Health & Sustainability
- Academic Leadership & Curriculum Development
- Interdisciplinary Research & Industry Collaboration
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in Research
- University Technology Commercialization & Enterprise
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