Royal Society honours Durham University chemist

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. A Durham University chemist whose research into water repellent coatings has been applied to millions of smartphones has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society. Professor Jas Pal Badyal has received the honour in recognition of his pioneering research on the functionalisation of solid surfaces and use of nanolayers. He is particularly interested in the application of his research for both the commercial market and to help those living in poverty. His research has led to the development of innovative waterproof nanocoatings to protect a range of consumer goods and bioinspired technology to help collect fog for clean drinking water in developing countries.