Dr Tiffany Wood, MPhys, PhD
Co‑Founder & CEO, Dyneval
Dr. Tiffany Wood is a leading expert in soft matter physics, biological physics, and microfluidic particle analysis. With over two decades of experience in complex fluid dynamics, she specialises in translating advanced statistical physics into practical, automated diagnostic technologies.As Co‑Founder and CEO of Dyneval, she plays a central role in bringing cutting-edge optical physics innovations from the laboratory into real-world commercial applications.
Professional Background
Dr. Wood holds an MPhys and a PhD in Physics from the University of Manchester. She conducted postdoctoral research on colloidal glasses at the University of Bristol before joining the internationally recognised Soft Matter and Biological Physics Research Group at the University of Edinburgh in 2007.
Her work bridges physics, biology, and applied technology, positioning her at the forefront of interdisciplinary research and innovation.
Industry & Leadership Experience
Bridging academia and industry, Dr. Wood co‑founded the Edinburgh Complex Fluids Partnership (ECFP) with Professor Wilson Poon in 2011. As Director from 2016 to 2020, she developed ECFP into a leading knowledge-exchange centre, collaborating with multinational corporations across multiple sectors.
She was awarded a prestigious Royal Society Industry Fellowship (2015–2019) in partnership with The Mentholatum Company Ltd, recognising her contributions to applied science and industrial translation.
Dyneval & Innovation
As Co‑Founder of Dyneval, working alongside Dr. Vincent Martinez, Dr. Wood has helped pioneer advanced diagnostic technologies based on optical and statistical physics.Dyneval provides high‑precision, real-time measurement of microscopic motion and structure, enabling nanoscale analysis of subvisible particles. This technology empowers organisations to optimise production efficiency and supports data-driven decision-making across the livestock, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries.
Professional Affiliations & Contributions
Dr. Wood is an active contributor to the scientific and industrial community. She:
- Serves on the Board of Trustees for SCI (Where Science Meets Business)
- Acts as an Officer for the SCI Science and Enterprise Group
- Contributes to the Scottish Enterprise Sustainable Production Committee