Charlene Smith is a multidisciplinary scientist and Green Chemist based in East London. She received her doctorate in Chemistry from The University of Manchester, specialising in the formulation and analysis of single-molecule magnets, through to the applications of nanotechnology. SHE now divides her time between Freelancing at creative design labs and chemistry consulting at material innovation studios. She also collaborates with artists, sculptors and curators to explore the transitional states between materials, matter and the senses. An integral part of her work is to advocate STEAM AGENDAS and Circular Economy through Regenerative, design led initiatives. Charlene is a visiting researcher at the Royal College of Art, working on cross disciplinary projects in collaboration with the school of Design, CERN and the Burberry Material Futures Research Group, funded by Burberry Foundation.