I joined CCCU in 2021 as a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering. Whereas my undergraduate studies were in Physical Chemistry and my postgraduate studies in Surface Science, my academic career has seen me work in areas of materials and chemical engineering, making me a skilled research professional with many years of experience in science and engineering experimental and theoretical research, including the conduct and management of scientific research and teaching, mentoring of junior scientists, and scientific writing and editing.
My research has involved crystallisation (ice, surfactants), rheology (viscous liquids, polymer-surfactant mixes), self-assembly (organic nanoparticle clustering), and more. Specifically, I often enjoy incorporating surface science in my approach to tackle the problem. Interactions at interfaces need to be understood to optimise properties of promising multimaterials & develop "greener" production techniques. With a background in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Physical Chemistry, I provide a unique perspective for surface science research conducted under various conditions (from using UHV chambers to high temperature furnaces, etc.), for a wide range of materials on different interfaces.
My work has been in institutes in various parts of the world, including Australia, Greece, the Netherlands, and the UK. This has helped my to easily adapt to working in new surroundings with a varied group of partners, & thus I can hit the road running when getting a project started. My multidisciplinary approach leads to novel ways of tackling problems at hand, but can also provide for sustainability of the project, e.g., by identifying new paths for further development.
I have had proactive participation in multidisciplinary collaborations, citizenship roles, and outreach projects. My interest in matters of EDI has led me to proactively participate in many relative committees, and I am now the School of Engineering, Technology, & Design's SE WISE Lead, aiming to promote network opportunities for south east women and men in the STEM sector and to forge strong links with the School and various colleges, universities, and industries.
Contact me if you are interested in research and/or WISE collaboration!
An all-round academic with research, teaching, supervision, managing & administration experience.
Interactions at interfaces need to be understood to optimise properties of promising multimaterials & develop "greener" production techniques. With a background in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Physical Chemistry, I provide a unique perspective for surface science research conducted under various conditions (from using UHV chambers to high temperature furnaces, etc.), for a wide range of materials on different interfaces.
Overall, I easily adapt to working in new surroundings with a varied group of partners, & thus can hit the road running when getting a project started. My multidisciplinary approach leads to novel ways of tackling problems at hand, but can also provide for sustainability of the project, e.g., by identifying new paths for further development.
Contact me if you are interested in collaboration!