Martyn Poliakoff, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Martyn Poliakoff

British chemist

Date of Birth: 16-Dec-1947

Place of Birth: London

Profession: chemist, university teacher

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Sir Martyn Poliakoff (born 16 December 1947) is a British chemist, working on gaining insights into fundamental chemistry, and on developing environmentally acceptable processes and materials.
The core themes of his work are supercritical fluids, infrared spectroscopy and lasers.
He is a research professor in chemistry at the University of Nottingham.
His group comprises several members of staff, postdoctoral research fellows, postgraduate students and overseas visitors.
As well as carrying out research at the University of Nottingham, he is a lecturer, teaching a number of modules including green chemistry.
He is also known for his leading role in The Periodic Table of Videos.