Matthew Chambers

Beamline Scientist ID15A

France

About

I am a beamline scientist at the ID15A beamline at the ESRF. My primary research interests are understanding the synthesis and structure-property relationships of energy materials, especially, solid-state electrolytes and cathode materials for Li- and Na-ion batteries. To accomplish this, I utilise advanced characterisation methods such as X-ray and neutron total scattering and diffraction, including in-situ and in-operando measurements. I am also interested in understanding the synthesis of solid-state inorganic materials, particularly by manipulating the structures of precursors or by using alternative synthesis methods including sol-gel and combustion synthesis to obtain kinetically-stable products with desirable properties.

Experience

  • Beamline Scientist at ESRF - The European Synchrotron
    Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

  • Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
    Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Research Fellow in Materials Chemistry at University of Birmingham
    Nov 2019 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 8 mos