Type Of Business:
Not-for-profit institute performing commercial R&D projects for commercial and government clients
Marketing Area:
Local; Regional; National; International
Expertise:
Catalyst chemistry; Accelerated aging; Performance testing
Major Product/SVS:
Automotive development for engines, transmissions and emissions systems; Client specified project work
Favorite Business Publication:
SAE Automotive Engineering
Hobbies/Sports:
Spending time with his family; Traveling
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Catalyst Chemistry, University at Reading (1987); Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, University at Reading (1984)
Affiliations Awards:
Member, Society of Automotive Engineers
Work History:
Southwest Research Institute® (2005-2011); Johnson Matthey (1987-2005)
Career Achievements:
Developing advanced catalysts; Advancing the science of accelerated catalyst aging; Assisting in development of FOCAS catalyst aging system; Performing numerous successful projects for a wide range of clients
Number Of Years In Profession:
25
Number Of Years In Current Position:
17
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to hard work, determination, interest, and a fair amount of good fortune.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through the inspiration of his university mentor, professor Robbie Burch.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Bartley has been published several times in the scientific literature and has the fortune to have been granted 21 patents.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Providing contractual based services with automotive related industry and government; Conducting catalyst performance tests; Researching and performing accelerated catalyst aging; Analyzing data; Preparing project proposals and final reports; Creating innovative solutions