Physics studies a massive range of phenomena, from the ethereal nature of light, to the quantum behaviour of atoms, to the cosmic masses of space. I study space on some of the largest scales possible (galaxies are too small). Specifically, I study how the colour of light changes as it passes through a moving bubble of either lower density (cosmic voids), or higher density (galaxy clusters) space. This is useful as how the colour changes tells us more about the material that makes up the clump, even if they are materials that we can’t see or touch, materials like dark matter.
Research keyword: Physics, cosmology
About the BEAKER STREET ROVING SCIENTIST PROGRAM
Each August, hundreds of Roving Scientists descend upon Hobart, filling up pubs and chatting to strangers as part of Beaker Street Festival. Discover a new world down the lens of microscope, and joining the least-boring bar conversations you’ve ever heard and these free (the chats – not the drinks) events.
For Scientists, Beaker Street’s Roving Scientist Program offers an excellent outreach, professional development, and networking opportunity. It’s the nerdiest and funnest way to share your research with the public, expand your network, and be inspired by leaders in all sectors of science and science communication.
