Background in Physics (Master’s degree from Strathclyde University 2015-2020). PhD researcher focused on Nano-Plasmonic Sub-Sea Sensors at the University of St Andrews with the Scottish Oceans Institute (SOI), in collaboration with Glasgow and Strathclyde universities.
A lab on a chip: Using nano-plasmonic tongues for building miniaturised ecosystem sensors
PhD Aims:
- This project will investigate how nano-plasmonic technology can benefit current marine environmental sensors and looks to provide information on physical, chemical, and biological parameters.
- It aims to develop a sensor that is portable, robust, and low-cost (relative) with the capacity to make a variety of highly accurate physical measurements in the marine environment.
PhD Objectives:
- Nanoparticle based optical sensor design and development
- Device characterisation and optimisation (initial sensing capabilities will be targeted at salinity, pH, temperature, and other commonly found nutrients)
- Device production – transportable, multi-use, and easy to use
- In-situ testing of marine and coastal environments
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Updates:
- October 2021: Prize-winning e-poster ‘Emerging Marine Biosensors’ at the MASTS Annual Science Meeting
- April 2021: Won a MASTS Marine Technology and Technical Innovation funding award