Michael Adeogun

Michael Adeogun has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries and roles. Michael started their career as a Development Chemist at Kobe Steel Europe Ltd. in 1992. Michael then moved on to work as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at the University of Reading, Centre for Biomimetics from 1998 to 1999. Following this, they joined Honeywell Specialty Chemicals as a Development Chemist from 1999 to 2000. Michael then transitioned into the role of a Senior Consultant at SRI Consulting Business Intelligence from 2000 to 2008.

In 2008, Michael joined the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and held various positions during their tenure. Michael started as an Impact & Formulation Leader from 2008 to 2009 and then served as a Programme Manager from 2009 to 2012. From 2013 to 2017, they served as the Division Head - Analytical Science. Currently, they hold the position of Head of Life Sciences & Health at NPL since 2017.

Outside of NPL, Michael also served as a Board Member at the Nanotechnology Industries Association from 2013 to 2015. Overall, Michael Adeogun has gained extensive experience in chemistry, research, consulting, and leadership throughout their career.

Michael Adeogun received a BSc(Hons) degree in Applied Chemistry from the University of Greenwich in 1994. Michael further pursued their education and obtained a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Surrey between 1994 and 1997.