Ewan Clark Embarks on a New Chapter at Greenwich

The SISC Group at the University of Kent extends warm wishes to Ewan Clark as he takes on an exciting new role at the University of Greenwich.

Ewan’s academic journey began at the University of Cambridge, where he completed his MSci, collaborating with Alex Hopkins on the synthetic organic applications of silyl anions. He continued at Cambridge for his PhD under Jeremy Rawson, focusing on the synthesis of sulphur/nitrogen heterocyclic systems and their coordination chemistry with transition metals.

After his PhD, Ewan furthered his research at Newcastle University with Keith Izod, working on low-valent, heavy tetrelynes and their stabilisation by donor-functionalised phosphanide ligands. He then joined Michael Ingleson at the University of Manchester, exploring the integration of novel main group borocation and carbocation Lewis acids into Frustrated Lewis Pairs for small molecule and sigma-bond activation.

In 2014, Ewan joined the School of Chemistry and Forensic Science at the University of Kent, where he became known for his research into the unconventional oxidation states and charges of main group elements. His work has advanced our understanding of p-block chemistry, revealing properties and applications comparable to those traditionally associated with transition metals.

At the University of Greenwich, Ewan will continue his groundbreaking work, exploring phosphorus chemistry and the development of new materials through innovative main group chemistry. His departure is keenly felt at Kent, but we are excited about the potential for future collaborations and the continued impact of his research in the broader scientific community.

Please join us in congratulating Ewan on his new position and wishing him continued success in his pursuit of scientific discovery and innovation at the University of Greenwich. His dedication and expertise will undoubtedly lead to significant advancements in the fields of main group chemistry and materials science.