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Danny Thomas
Danny has over 15 years of experience leading interdisciplinary work. His primary expertise is in software, structural engineering (including dynamics), and mathematical modeling. Danny is currently developing software for complex engineering simulations, workflows, and digital twins in power-generating industries such as nuclear, and gas turbines.

Darrell Freeman
A recognized expert in failure analysis and metallurgical engineering, Darrell Freeman has more than a decade of experience in both technical lead and project management roles. A licensed Professional Engineer, he also has experience in field investigations and mobile testing.

David Schaefer
David Schaefer is an EMC Technical Manager for Element Materials Technology’s Connected Technologies and Mobility business unit.

David Whiting
David Whiting is the Operations Manager at Element's Troy, Michigan laboratory.

Dr. Mario Arenas
Dr. Mario Arenas is a Failure Analysis expert specializing in metallic materials and components.

Emily Klein

Emma Leishman
Emma specializes in extractables and leachables (E&L) studies with more than 40 peer reviewed publications. She has more than 11 years of research experience in the scientific community, successfully moving from academia to industry.

Fiona Murphy
Element’s UK Head of Asbestos, Fiona Murphy commenced her career in the asbestos consultancy industry in 2005. Experienced at delivering both testing and inspection projects across various sectors, Fiona has become a highly respected multi-disciplined industry consultant.

Franz Achatz
Product Qualification Testing
Franz Achatz is a highly knowledgeable EMC test engineer and testing specialist for electrical product safety testing. Currently, he is the Department Manager of Product Safety at Element Straubing in Germany.

Glyn Morgan
Glyn Morgan is an expert in the application of elastomers, thermoplastics and composite polymer materials within the Oil and Gas sector.

Gurge Phull
Dr. Gurge Phull has extensive UK and international regulatory affairs experience in the medical device sector.

Hazel Davidson
Hazel Davidson is Element Deeside's Technical Advisor. Hazel is a highly knowledgeable environmental chemist with over 40 years of experience in analytical environmental laboratories.