Project overview Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Summer 2025 Fellowship Staff Lead researchers Dr Monica Ratoi Lecturer in Lubrication Science Research interests Organic friction modifiers and anti-wear additives Langmuir Blodgett and self-assembly layers aqueous lubrication Connect with Monica Email: M.Ratoi@soton.ac.uk Collaborating research institutes, centres and groups Energy Technology Group We research modern scientific and technological challenges faced by the world, with a focus on energy efficiency, emerging energy technologies and sustainability. Research outputs