Profile
Peter Styring
is writing a research paper on skiing
My CV
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Education:
De La Salle Grammar Class of ’80
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Qualifications:
The University of Sheffield, BSc and PhD in Chemistry, 1982-88
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Work History:
University of Zaragoza (Spain), State University of New York (USA), University of Hull, University of Sheffield
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Current Job:
Professor of Chemical Engineering & Chemistry
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I started out as a chemist but moved to chemical engineering to work on more applied subjects. I used to be a slalom ski racer but also got in to Moguls Freestyle Skiing. I combined the two and now work in Snowsports Engineering as well as carbon dioxide reduction technologies. Some of the test labs I use are in the Austrian Alps! In my spare time I also Coach the England Moguls Ski Team with some other coaches. Last year we did some work with some local schools to develop a virtual reality (VR) 3-D Snowboard Simulator. I’ll try to get some videos of that uploaded.
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My Typical Day:
Lots of meetings and sitting at my computer but occasionally I get to go out tho the Alps!
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What I'd do with the prize money:
Make a film showing how we develop new skis using engineering and science
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Competitive, Understanding, Tired
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Occasionally!
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Linkin Park or Death Cab for Cutie
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
More time, More money, More sleep!
Tell us a joke.
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club!
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