Previously he conducted his PhD (2007) at the University of Durham, and was a PDRA at EPFL Switzerland (2007 – 2009). His group combines modern polymer and carbohydrate chemistry to address problems with human health – particularly regenerative medicine and Infection. In particular the group is very active in the study of synthetic mimics of antifreeze proteins, and their application to cellular cryostorage. In recognition of this work, Matt has been awarded an ERC starter Grant (2014), Dextra Medal (2015), PAT Young talent Award (2015) and MacroGroup UK young researcher’s Medal (2012).