Open-Surface Microfluidics
Our research in microfluidics involves development of novel micro-/nano-fabricated surfaces for controlling phase change processes. Our current focus is on the development of surface tension gradients for passive microdroplet control.
Engineering Thermodynamics
Our engineering thermodynamics research includes computational fluid dynamics modelling and design development and performance testing of novel heat exchanger technology. Design, development and performance testing of energy efficient heat pump technology configured for drying processes.
Optical Lithography
Development of advanced interference based optical lithographic imaging techniques for nanofabrication. Specific areas of interest include high and ultra-high NA lithography using liquid-immersion and solid-immersion techniques. This work is done in close collaboration with Otago’s Sub-Wavelength Optics Research group.