Summary
As an undergraduate at UQ, I studied Physics, Math, Psychology and Philosophy, focusing on foundational questions of reality and consciousness. I then completed honours in Theoretical Physics, writing a thesis focused on Quantum Foundations; specifically, the role of time in standard and nonstandard formulations of Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Gravity.
After beginning my PhD studying quantum entanglement in nanoelectromechanical systems in 2006, in 2007 I shifted fields into the renewable energy space. I am now soon to complete an interdisciplinary PhD project focused on exploiting the fundamental mechanisms of photosynthesis in energy systems which are both ecologically sustainable and economically viable. I am interested in all aspects of sustainable energy development, from the technical details of mechanisms at the nanoscale to broader economic, social, ecological and climate issues.
Experience
- PhD Candidate, Solar Biofuels Consortium 2007 – present
- PhD Candidate, Centre for Engineered Quantum Systems, University of Queensland 2006 – present
Education
- University of Queensland, BSc (Hons) / Physics, 2005
- University of Queensland, BA / Psychology, Philosophy, 2004
- University of Queensland, BSc / Physics, 2004
Research Areas
- Physical Chemistry (Incl. Structural) (0306)
- Quantum Physics (0206)
- Renewable Power And Energy Systems Engineering (Excl. Solar Cells) (090608)
- Environment And Resource Economics (140205)
- Photodetectors, Optical Sensors And Solar Cells (090605)
- Structural Biology (Incl. Macromolecular Modelling) (060112)
- Plant Biology (0607)