Dr Marlon Cruz

  • UK Chartered Scientist (CSci)

  • UK Chartered Engineer (CEng)

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The Hydrogen Economy: Connecting the Dots Across Continents

As a materials engineer with over 22 years of experience spanning academia, industry, and strategic advisory roles, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of the hydrogen economy. From developing advanced coatings to reduce electrolyser costs to advising on ESG strategies, the common thread is clear: hydrogen will play a pivotal role in our sustainable energy future. Some key trends I’m

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Remembering Literary Giants: Cervantes, Shakespeare, and the Art of Surface Engineering

Introduction April 23, 1616 marks a significant date in literary history, as it commemorates the death of two of the world’s most renowned writers: Miguel de Cervantes and William Shakespeare. Though they lived in different countries and wrote in different languages, both men left an indelible mark on literature that continues to inspire and captivate readers to this day. Interestingly,

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The Interplay of Surface Engineering and Sustainability: Celebrating St. George and Sant Jordi

Surface engineering is a fascinating field that intersects with sustainability in numerous ways. As a seasoned professional in materials and surface engineering, I’ve witnessed firsthand how advancements in this area can lead to more sustainable practices and products. Surface engineering involves the modification of the outer layers of a component to enhance its physical properties, such as wear resistance, corrosion

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Engineered Surfaces: The Key to a Sustainable Future

As we approach Earth Day 2024, it’s important to reflect on the state of our planet and the actions we can take to protect it. This year’s theme, “Planet vs. Plastics,” highlights the urgent need to address plastic pollution and its devastating impact on the environment. But beyond reducing plastic waste, there are many other ways we can work towards

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The Exponential Progress of Technology: Moore’s, Wright’s, and Swanson’s Laws Driving the Energy Transition

The world is witnessing an unprecedented shift towards clean and sustainable energy sources. This energy transition is not only crucial for combating climate change but also presents immense opportunities for technological innovation and economic growth. At the heart of this transition lie three key empirical observations: Moore’s Law, Wright’s Law, and Swanson’s Law. These laws describe the exponential progress of

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Data Centres: Embracing Sustainability through Innovative Surface Engineering

Data centres are the backbone of our digital world, powering everything from cloud computing to streaming services. However, as demand for data grows exponentially, so too does the environmental footprint of these facilities – especially in terms of water and energy consumption. In this blog post, we’ll explore how advances in materials science and surface engineering can help make data

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Surface Engineering: Tackling the Challenges of the Energy Transition and Investment Cycles

The global energy transition towards renewable and sustainable sources is well underway, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One critical area that is playing a vital role in addressing these challenges is surface engineering. By focusing on the surface properties and interactions of materials, surface engineering is enabling the development of more efficient, durable, and cost-effective solutions

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About Materials Enginering and ESG Materiality

Despite the difference between the concepts of Materials and Materiality, the field of materials engineering plays a pivotal role in the realm of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) materiality Materials engineers play a crucial role in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) materiality. Here are some key points: Material Selection: Materials engineers are responsible for selecting the best materials for specific

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This really matter: ESG materiality and SMEs

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are becoming increasingly important for businesses of all sizes and sectors. Investors, customers, regulators and other stakeholders are demanding more transparency and accountability from companies on how they manage their ESG impacts and risks. But what does ESG mean for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)? How can they identify and prioritise the most relevant

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Why medical regulatory is important?

Medical regulatory is the process of ensuring that medical products, such as medicines, medical devices and blood components, meet the standards of safety, quality and efficacy before they are placed on the market. Medical regulatory is important for protecting public health and enabling innovation and research that can benefit patients. One aspect of medical regulatory is the classification of medical

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