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I live in Surrey with my fiancee and work at the University of Sussex as a postdoctoral research fellow in quantum physics in collaboration with Bristol University. I enjoy reading old physics textbooks, stargazing with my telescope and powerlifting and strongman training.

My primary responsibility lies in the development of new, more accurate quantum theories
and their efficient and accurate computational implementation. I have implemented a wide variety of mathematical and scientific techniques using parallel and GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) programming techniques where beneficial. I have specialised knowledge in computationally efficient, high accuracy calculations going beyond standard computer precision; using techniques including DoubleDouble/QuadDouble data types and ball arithmetic. I use a variety of programming languages to achieve these tasks including C++, Python, C, Rust, Bash and Maple.

I wake up at 5:30 am everyday and get in to work at 7 am. A normal day might first involve responding to lots of emails and admin tasks. I might then read recent literature articles relevant to my research to keep up to date with the current knowledge/understanding in my field. I will then start the bulk of my work which involves deriving and solving mathematical equations to describe real world quantum problems which I then program on a computer to solve. The end goal of this is to understand how fundamental particles interact, building a complete picture of the fundamental building blocks of nature. I might also have some teaching to do or to assist current research students with their tasks.

This is my work office:

I have three whiteboards which I use for working through mathematical problems and discussing problems with colleagues. I have multiple monitors allowing for more space to work and to view multiple things at the same time increasing efficiency. I also have access to very powerful computer facilities to assist with solving some very complex and demanding problems.