He is fascinated by modifying the surface properties of materials and often draws inspiration from nature. One example is the lotus leaf, whose unique micro- and nanostructure repels water and keeps the surface clean. Similar structures can be applied to materials such as aerospace-grade aluminium alloys. His research focuses on making laser micro-machining faster and more efficient. His team holds two world records, both set in 2021, for productivity and the number of beams used in nano-machining.
A devoted fan of the TV show Rick and Morty.
