Matt Wilson Email & Phone Number

Glasgow, Gb

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

In addition to my PhD, I work part time as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Physics Department. I am now in my second year of teaching linear algebra to first year undergraduate physics students. I deliver the weekly problem solving tutorial session, instructing students in using mathematical techniques to solve problems in physics.

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

I am currently a second year physics PhD candidate at the University of Strathclyde. My research focus is the development of integrated photonic devices for next generation neuromorphic computing systems. My aim is to create chip-scale photonic hardware based ML/AI systems.I am involved at all stages of device development: design, fabrication and characterisation. I have a particular interest in the design phase and I am skilled in eigenmode modelling and FDTD simulation techniques. I also have skills in the fabrication and characterisation of polymer integrated photonic devices. I am trained in using direct-write UV laser lithography to fabricate devices under cleanroom conditions. I am also currently building skills in the characterisation of photonic integrated circuits at telecommunication wavelengths (C-band).

Renfrew, Scotland, United Kingdom

I worked as a member of the equipment engineering and calibration team at this international medical device manufacturing company for the summer before starting my PhD. My role was to review and revise procedural and policy documentation related to the maintenance of production machinery and the calibration of measurement equipment to ensure compliance with set regulatory standards.

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

I carried out 2 independent research projects in the Photophysics group at the University of Strathclyde, under the supervision of Dr Olaf Rolinski. This was done to satisfy the independent research project requirement for my integrated masters degree. My first research project was focused on modelling Förster resonant energy transfer between molecules using the “molecular dynamics” simulation method and computational modelling. The aim was to develop a MATLAB script that could aid in the analysis of molecular dynamics simulations and better aid interpretation of experimental results.My second research project aimed to investigate the benefits of using multiple fluorescence measurement techniques to detect the aggregation of beta-amyloid proteins without using fluorescent dyes, exploiting the weak intrinsic fluorescence of the molecules. The two methods selected were time-resolved fluorescence anisotropy and fluorescence lifetime decay measurements on a TCSPC spectrometer.The results of these projects were disseminated into a dissertation and mock paper respectively. Following viva examination, both projects were graded highly (1:1).

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

I joined the Manufacturing and Testing team at Alba Orbital in August 2023 while in the final year of my integrated masters degree. In this role, I developed my technical and leadership skills by taking on a supervisory position within the manufacturing and testing laboratory. I demonstrated an ability to lead and mentor junior members of staff while completing complex technical tasks and meeting agreed KPIs. I also undertook laboratory management duties e.g. installing new equipment, maintaining health and safety documentation, purchasing of consumables and creating mechanical drawings for bespoke parts.

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

I was involved with the Royal Naval Reserve during the first three years of my integrated master's degree through the Glasgow Universities Royal Naval Unit.In this role I received weekly training in management and technical skills. I was appointed as a Divisional Officer, managing a division of 15 individuals. I also gained valuable experience in directly leading a team of up to 10 people while deployed on-ship. Additionally, I was able to strongly develop my technical and engineering skills in this role.While deployed I formed part of the engineering team, assisting in equipment maintenance and repair, the daily set-up of essential equipment and representing the engineering team during emergency drills.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Physics

Master Of Physics - Mphys, Physics With Specialisation In Photonics

Higher National Certificate - Hnc, Mechanical Engineering