Dr. Ian W. Hamley is a British academic and the Diamond Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Reading. He is recognized for his expertise in soft matter science, particularly in self-assembling molecules like polymers and peptides. Dr. Hamley has made significant contributions to peptide research, focusing on aspects like amyloid peptides, peptide hormones, antimicrobial peptides, and their potential therapeutic applications, including anti-cancer activity. He has authored several important texts in his field, including Introduction to Peptide Science. which delves into the fundamentals and applications of peptides. His work has garnered recognition, including the RSC Peter Day Award for Materials Chemistry and the MacroGroup UK Medal for Contribution to UK Polymer Science.