Professor Tony D. James, Professor of Chemistry at the University of Bath, has been elected a Fellow of the European Academy of Sciences (EurASc) in recognition of his internationally leading contributions to supramolecular chemistry and chemical sensing.
He is renowned for pioneering fluorescent sensors (probes) and theranostic systems, including the development of the first glucose-selective fluorescent sensor in 1994. Molecular designs from his laboratory now underpin commercial continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technologies, including the Eversense® diabetes management system—advances that have delivered significant global clinical impact.
His recent research focuses on fluorescent probes for imaging reactive oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species, as well as long-wavelength probes for studying cellular metabolism, with emerging applications in cancer diagnostics.
Election to EurASc recognises Professor James’s scientific excellence and his success in translating fundamental molecular design into real-world medical technologies.
Tony said:
I am deeply honoured to be elected a Fellow of the European Academy of Sciences. This recognition reflects not only my own work, but also the creativity and dedication of the many students, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators I have had the privilege to work with over the years.
My career has focused on linking fundamental supramolecular chemistry with practical biomedical challenges, and it is especially rewarding to see molecular sensing technologies move from the laboratory into clinical use, where they can make a real difference to patients’ lives.