Associate Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Durham University
I am an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematical
Sciences at Durham University. My research and teaching focus
on applied mathematics and applications of topological
methods. I primarily work in two fields The first, magnetic
field topology, with a view to modelling astrophysical
plasmas, in particular the Sun. The second is mathematical
biology. I have two current long term projects in this field,
the first concerns the topology, structure and dynamics of
proteins in solution. The second concerns the mechanics and
topology of biofilaments.
For more information, visit my Durham University Staff Profile.
I am a member of the Applied Mathematics Research Group at
Durham University. My work explores the intersection of
mathematics and real-world applications, aiming to solve
complex problems through innovative methods. Our group covers
a diverse range of topics including astrophysical plasmas,
geophysical flows, dynamical systems in a biological context,
developmental biology, active fluid systems and ecological
systems.
In Epiphany term 2025 I teach analysis of many variables. The
course notes can be found here.