About

I’m a postdoctoral researcher in theoretical physics at the University of Manchester, where I also completed my PhD under the supervision of Prof. Brian Cox and Prof. Jeff Forshaw. Before Manchester, I read for an undergraduate Masters (MPhys) at the University of Oxford, specialising in quantum information and particle physics.

My current research sits at the intersection of quantum computing, quantum field theory, and artificial intelligence. I’m interested in how the fundamental laws of physics can be simulated on quantum hardware, and whether AI might change the way we do theoretical physics.

Research

My work focuses on understanding quantum information in relativistic settings and building theoretical bridges between fundamental physics and quantum technologies. Key areas include:

• Causal approaches to quantum field theory: developing probability-level formalisms that make causality manifest, potentially offering new insights into infrared divergence cancellations in gauge theories.
• Qubit simulations of QFT: creating methods to simulate quantum field theory phenomena on near-term quantum computers.
• The Unruh effect: revisiting how accelerating observers perceive quantum fields, revealing new transient behaviour when detectors are switched on.
• Black holes and Hawking radiation: studying quantum information in curved spacetimes, with a focus on detector responses near Schwarzschild black holes.
• AI in theoretical physics: investigating how machine learning and large language models might accelerate discovery in high-energy theory.

My PhD thesis, A Manifestly Causal Approach to Quantum Field Theory, developed new probability-level formalisms for QFT calculations and explored applications to the Unruh effect and black hole physics. I was also fortunate to comment on drafts of Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw’s latest book on black holes, and am acknowledged in the published work.

Teaching & Outreach

I enjoy making physics accessible and engaging. At Manchester I’ve taught tutorials and programming courses covering everything from first-year fundamentals to advanced Python. I’ve also tutored for Seren, Wales’ flagship higher education access programme, and provided private tutoring at various levels.

I’ve presented internationally, including talks in Lisbon and a fireside chat at a major campaign launch in the UAE. I was the winner of the Manchester round of the Vitae 3-Minute Thesis competition, distilling my entire PhD into a three-minute talk for a general audience.

Speaking at a campaign launch in the UAE

In the teaching labs at Manchester

Beyond Physics

When I’m not thinking about quantum fields, I play a lot of football, padel, and pool. I love all things competitive, but I’m also always up for a chat in the pub. I’m also something of a Fantasy Premier League obsessive: I contribute as a pundit for LazyFPL, sharing analysis and tips with their readership.

Get in Touch

I’m always open to conversations about quantum information, high-energy theory, AI in physics, or potential collaborations. If you think our interests overlap, don’t hesitate to reach out.