Professor
Robert Sang
MAIP
Professor Robert Sang is the Dean Academic of the Griffith Sciences Group. Professor Sang is an experimental quantum physicist and he co-founded the Attosecond Science Group at Griffith University. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed research articles in the discipline of atomic physics and his current research involves the applications of ultra-short laser pulses of light to the experimental observation of the dynamics of electrons in atoms and molecules which occurs at the time scale of attoseconds (one attosecond is a billion-billionth of a second). The outcomes of this research are diverse and ranges from the development of new coherent x-ray sources, the testing of fundamental quantum theories, to applications in structure determination of complex molecules.
Professor Sang has held posts as a Max-Planck Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics in Munich, ARC Postdoctoral Fellowship and visiting scientist to the University of Electro-Communications in Tokyo. Professor Sang is an experienced academic leader in Griffith University with roles such as the acting Pro Vice Chancellor of Griffith Sciences, Dean (Research) of Griffith Sciences, Dean (Learning and Teaching) of Griffith Sciences, Head of School (Natural Sciences), Deputy Head (Research) School of Biomolecular and Physical Sciences and the Deputy Director of the Centre for Quantum Dynamics.
Affiliations
- Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- Griffith Sciences
Overview
Current Work
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I use ultra-fast and ultra-short light pulses and interact them with matter to investigate their highly non-linear interaction. The light pulses are only a few millionth billionth of a second in duration and we can use them to create new forms of X-rays, understand how electrons move around atoms and molecules to even attempting to create a nuclear transition using light. We have Australia's most sophisticated laser system in my laboratory which we call the Australian Attosecond Science Facility which we sometimes call Australia's fastest camera. I am currently taking on PhD students please contact me for details. |
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Expertise Keywords
- Atom Trapping
- Atomic Physics
- Attosecond Science
- Laser Spectroscopy
- Lasers
- Quantum Physics
- Strong Field Physics
Country Affiliations
- Australia
Research Publications and Outputs
Recent Publications
Publications: 89 (Other: 89)
Funded Griffith Research
- (2019). Time- and space-resolved photoelectron emission for targeted breaking molecular bonds: Obesrvation, modelling and control
- (2016). Australian National Facility for Noble-Gas Radio-Isotope Measurements
- (2014). Bright x-ray beams from laser-driven microplasmas
- (2014). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2013). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2012). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2011). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2011). Ultrafast molecular imaging with intense few-cycle laser pulses
- (2010). Atomic Force Microscope
- (2010). Infrastructure Support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2009). ARC Centre of Excellence in Coherent Xray Science
- (2009). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2008). Attosecond physics with ultra cold metastable neon
- (2008). Infrastructure support for the centre of quantum dynamics
- (2007). An Australian Attosecond Science Facility
- (2007). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2006). Infrastructure Support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2006). Smart State University Internship Programs
- (2005). Infrastructure Support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2004). Infrastructure support for the centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2003). Infrastructure support for the centre for quantum dynamics
- (2002). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2002). Novel collision experiments with metastable neon atoms in an atom trap
- (2002). The fabrication of nanoscale structures using metastable atomic beams
- (2001). Infrastructure support for the Centre for Quantum Dynamics
- (2001). Investigation of inelastic electron-atom collisions using a high density metastable neon beam
- (2000). Improved infrastructure for the optical fibre communications research laboratory
- (2000). Total absolute electron-metastable neon collision cross section measurements in a magneto-optical trap
- (1999). Atom optics assisted electron superelastic and inelastic scattering from laser excited atomic states.
- (1999). Improved infrastructure for the laser atomic physics laboratory
- (1999). Investigation of a new lithographic technique with quantum state engineered atomic beams.
- (1998). Complete experimental analysis of electron-atom collisions using laser atom trapping and the superelastic scattering techniques
- (1997). Determination of electron-atom atomic collision parameters from metastable atoms using laser atom trapping and superelastic scattering techniques
Engagement and Impact
Learning and Teaching
Current and Past Courses
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2015.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2015.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2015.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2015.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2015.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2015.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Biomolecular Sciences Lab (3004BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 2, 2014.
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Biomolecular Sciences Lab (3004NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 2, 2014.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2014.
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Biotech and Molecular Bio Lab (7306BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2014.
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Biomolecular Sciences Lab (3004BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2014.
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Biomolecular Sciences Lab (3004NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2014.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics 1A (1011SCG)Supervisor, Mixed Model, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics 1A (1011SCG)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics IA (1201BPS)Supervisor, Mixed Model, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics IA (1201BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics IA (1201BPS)Supervisor, Print Materials, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics IA (1201BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Human Physiology (2002BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2013.
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Human Physiology (2002NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2013.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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For Evid & the Expert Witness (2011BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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For Biometrics&Digital Imaging (3013BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Forensic Evid Imaging & Doc (3013NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Micro- and nanofabrication (6105BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Micro- and nanofabrication (6105NSC)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics 1A (1011SCG)Supervisor, Mixed Model, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics 1A (1011SCG)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics IA (1201BPS)Supervisor, Mixed Model, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Mathematics IA (1201BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2013.
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Advanced Physiology (3014BPS)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2013.
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Advanced Physiology (3014NSC)Supervisor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2013.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2012.
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Introduction to Nanoscience (1350BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2012.
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Introduction to Nanoscience (1350NSC)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2012.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2011.
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Introduction to Nanoscience (1350BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2011.
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Introduction to Nanoscience (1350NSC)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2011.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Gold Coast Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Mt. Gravatt Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Quantum Physics III (3301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Quantum Physics III (3301NSC)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics 1A (1031SCG)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Physics IA (1301BPS)Teacher, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 1, 2010.
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Introduction to Nanoscience (1350BPS)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2010.
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Introduction to Nanoscience (1350NSC)Convenor, In Person, Nathan Campus, Semester 2, 2010.
Research by Higher Degree Supervision or Scholarship
Supervision Overview
I currently supervise 6 doctoral candidates over a range of projects using ultra-short pulses of light strongly interacting with atoms and molecules.
Theses Supervised at Griffith
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(2017) Integrated Quantum Photonics with Annealed and Reverse Proton Exchanged Lithium Niobate Waveguides Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2017) Experimental Optical Quantum Science: Efficient Multi-Photon Sources for Quantum Information Science Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2016) Ionisation of Metastable Neon with Few Cycle Laser Pulses Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2016) A Critical Examination of the Impact of Government Policy on the Airfreight Service Needs of Regional Communities in Australia Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2015) Optical Experiments on Shared Quantum Correlations Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2015) Investigating Assessors’ Scoring and Reasoning of Safety-Critical Crew Performance and Collaboration Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2014) Highly Nonlinear Optical Phenomena with Few-Cycle Light Pulses Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2014) Controlling Non-Classical States of Light: Experimental Techniques in Quantum Information Science Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2013) Quantum Correlations: Experimental EPR-Steering, Bilocality and Weak Tomography in Photonic Quantum Information Science Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2012) Production and Characterisation of Nanoscale Structures using Atom Lithographic Techniques Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2011) A UV Free Source of Metastable Neon Atoms for Atom Lithography Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2010) Laser Cooling Trapping of Metastable Neon and Applications to Collision Measurements Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2009) Polarisation and Alignment Studies in Electron Scattering From Rubidium Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2008) Metastable Atom Lithography Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2007) Electron Coincidence Studies of Molecules Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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(2005) Laser Cooling and Trapping of Metastable Neon and Applications to Photoionization Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
Background
Academic experience
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Professor of Physics, Griffith University 2015 -
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Associate Professor of Physics, Griffith University 2009 - 2014
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Senior Lecturer in Physics, Griffith University 2003 - 2008
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Lecturer in Physics, Griffith University 2001 - 2003
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Australian Research Council Postdoctoral Fellowship, Griffith University 1997 - 2001
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Research Scientist, Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics 1995 - 1997
Awards and Honours
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Youth Lecturer 2012, Australian Institute of Physics 2012 - 2012
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Australian Postgraduate Research Award (Priority Award), Commonwealth Government of Australia 1991 - 1994
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Max Planck Fellowship, Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics 1995 - 1997
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ARC Postdoctoral Fellowship, Australian Research Council 1997 - 2001
Internal service roles
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Dean(Research) , Sciences Group, Griffith University 2017 - 2017
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Acting Pro Vice Chancellor, Sciences, Griffith University 2016 - 2016
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Dean(Learning and Teaching), Sciences Group, Griffith University 2016 - 2016
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Head of School, Natural Sciences, Griffith University 2013 - 2015
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HDR Convenor School of Biomolecular and Physical Sciences, Griffith University 2008 - 2015
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Deputy Head of School (Research) School of Biomolecular and Physical Sciences, Griffith University 2009 - 2012
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Deputy Director, Centre for Quantum Dynamics, Griffith University 2007 - 2013
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Head of Physics, School of Biomolecular and Physical Sciences, Griffith University 2007 - 2009
Visiting appointments
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Visiting Scientist, Institute for Laser Science, University of Electrocommunication 1998 - 1998
Professional memberships
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MAIP Member, Australian Institute of Physics 1988 -
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Member, American Physical Society 2003 -
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Member, Australian Optical Society 2001 -
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Member, Optical Society of America 2007 -